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Audiobook Review - "The Treatment" by Suzanne Young
If you're already hooked on the Program series, the second instalment is a must-listen, and the audiobook version delivers every twist with an extra layer of immediacy. From the opening line, you can hear why Publishers Weekly called it "chilling and suspenseful": the narrator's voice shifts from hushed urgency to full-throated dread in an instant, pulling you straight into Sloane and James' frantic escape.
What makes this audio experience truly compelling is how well the narration captures the fractured memories that haunt the protagonists. The sound design-soft whispers of lost memories, the abrupt silence when a memory is wiped out-creates a palpable sense of loss. When the "Treatment" pill is finally introduced, the single dose feels like a ticking bomb; the narrator's pacing slows to match the weight of the decision.
The cast is spot-on: the lead voices convey Sloane's fierce determination and James' quiet resilience without ever sounding forced. The supporting characters-especially the rebellious group that aids them-are layered with just enough depth to make you care about their fate. You can almost feel the camaraderie and tension in each dialogue exchange.
The pacing is steady, never dragging despite the novel's complex plot. Each chapter ends on a hook that leaves you reaching for your phone again, which is exactly what an audiobook should do: keep you turning pages (or rather, chapters) without breaking the spell.
In short, "The Treatment" as an audiobook amplifies Suzanne Young's masterful storytelling. The voices, sound cues, and tight pacing transform a page-turning thriller into an immersive sonic adventure that will keep listeners on edge from start to finish. If you're looking for a suspenseful ride with emotional depth, this is the audio book to add to your queue.
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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