Book description
Okay, so I just finished listening to The Reluctant Prophet and wow - where do I even start? This audiobook completely hooked me from the very first chapter.
The main character Esther is literally cursed with the ability to see everyone else's fate except her own, which honestly sounds both amazing and terrifying. I mean, how would you even handle that kind of responsibility? Gillian O'Rourke does such an incredible job of making Esther feel real and relatable, even though she's living in this completely different fantasy world.
What really got me was how Esther goes from this simple peasant girl to suddenly being surrounded by all these power-hungry nobles who want to use her gift for their own gain. It's like she can't catch a break! And then there's this mysterious "dark man" from her father's warnings - cue the dramatic music in my head while listening.
The narrator's voice work is absolutely perfect for this story. They capture Esther's confusion and fear so well, especially when she realizes she's been betrayed by the very people who were supposed to protect her. There were moments where I actually had to pause the audiobook just to process what was happening.
I love how this isn't just another fantasy story about saving the world - it's more personal than that. It's about one woman trying to find her own happiness while literally holding the fate of everyone else in her hands. The internal struggle Esther goes through is so well-written, and you can really feel her pain and confusion throughout the journey.
The plot twists kept me guessing, and I found myself staying up way too late just to hear what happens next. O'Rourke's background in healthcare definitely shows in how she writes about vulnerability and human connection, even in a fantasy setting.
If you're into fantasy audiobooks with strong female characters and moral dilemmas that'll make you think, you need to add this to your listening list ASAP. I'm already excited to see what happens in the next book!
Lunar Treat
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Fennel Dove
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Ladysmith
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Pitfall
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Earl of Arms
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ThreadTrail
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Predator
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360
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Mammoth 2
Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Swerve
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TulipCake
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Mad Robin
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Abyss Tamer
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Friday Fox
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Innocent Ghost
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Firedog
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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