Book description
Cassandra Clare's The Ragpicker King isn't just a sequel-it's a masterclass in immersive fantasy storytelling, perfectly realized for the audiobook format. Let the narrative's rich textures wash over you as the narrator navigates the glittering, treacherous heart of Castellane with effortless precision. Kel Saren's desperate balancing act as a prince's double, torn between duty and the shadowy underworld ruled by the enigmatic Ragpicker King, gains profound depth through vocal nuance. You hear the tension in his every measured word, the weight of his secret as he hunts palace assassins while the city teeters on the edge of civil war.
Meanwhile, Lin Caster's perilous gamble-posing as the Goddess Reborn to save a friend-unfolds with breathtaking urgency. The audiobook amplifies the stakes: her growing, dangerous attraction to Prince Conor clashes with the terrifying demands of the Goddess's arrival, her magic now a fragile lifeline. The narration captures Lin's internal chaos perfectly-the fear, the allure, the sheer exhaustion of maintaining a lie that could mean exile or death. You feel the suffocating pressure as she's summoned to heal the King's ancient, monstrous madness, a magic that mirrors her own dangerous pull toward Conor.
The true brilliance lies in how the audiobook elevates the Ragpicker King himself. He's not merely a plot device but a living, breathing presence, his voice a low thrum of power and mystery that resonates through every scene. His alliance with both Lin and Kel isn't just strategic; it's the only thread holding Castellane's crumbling facade together. The narrator gives him a distinct, compelling cadence-neither villain nor savior, but the city's undeniable, chaotic heartbeat.
Clare's intricate web of conspiracy-Artal Gremont's monstrous ambition, the decadent nobles hiding in plain sight, the deadly dance of loyalty and betrayal-flows seamlessly in audio. The pacing never falters; you're pulled relentlessly forward, every whispered secret, every tense confrontation landing with visceral impact. The audiobook transforms the novel's complex dual perspectives into a unified, thrilling experience. You don't just read about Castellane's simmering danger; you hear its pulse, feel the grit underfoot, and sense the ever-present threat of a single misstep leading to ruin. It's fantasy at its most compelling: a story where every character's choice echoes in the shadows, and the most powerful magic is often the choice to trust-or not. This isn't just a book to read; it's a world to step into, and the audiobook makes that journey utterly unforgettable.
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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
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
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