Book description
I'm literally buzzing as I pull up the audiobook version of The Physicians of Vilnoc and I have to shout it to anyone who will listen. Picture this: a plague suddenly sweeps through the army fort that guards Vilnoc, the bustling port capital of Orbas. The city is on the brink of chaos. And right when the danger feels absolute, General Arisaydia calls in Penric, the wizard who still remembers how to heal, and Desdemona, the demon who is more than just a pretty face.
When the general says she needs Penric's medical skills, I feel the pulse of the story thrum against my ribs. He's being asked to resurrect his old talent, but the stakes are higher than any spell he's cast before. He's not just treating a disease; he's racing against a lethal riddle that no one else can solve. The tension builds like a drumbeat that's impossible to ignore.
The narration crackles with intensity. As Penric fights each day, the audio makes the world feel alive. The sound of the army's heavy footsteps, the whispered prayers at dusk, the rustle of Desdemona's demonic wings-all merge into a living battlefield of sound. It's not just a story about a plague; it's a visceral confrontation between human ingenuity, magical prowess, and raw destiny.
And then the plot thickens. Even Penric's magic feels insufficient, a humbling reminder that power alone doesn't win the day. He must lean on new, dedicated colleagues whose expertise slices through the mystery. The camaraderie rises, the dialogue is sharp, and the stakes never waver. Every chapter ends on a cliff, a hook that pulls you deeper into the fight.
What's more, the book is the eighth novella in the Penric & Desdemona series, set a year after the events of The Orphans of Raspay. The continuity feels seamless; the characters grow, and the world expands. The audiobook brings that evolution to life with a cast that feels intimate and immediate. It's not just a reading; it's a shared adventure, a heartbeat you can feel.
If you've ever wanted a story that marries science, sorcery, and survival, this one will lift your spirit and keep you on the edge of your seat. The Physicians of Vilnoc is a triumph, a relentless, emotionally charged tale that you won't want to let go of until the last note fades.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience