Book description
You wake up with no memory, a fresh recruit in a virtual boot camp where everyone's got exactly three lives before their permanent class is locked in. That's the brilliant, nerve-shredding hook of August Aird's The War Game: Basic Training, perfectly realized in this audiobook. Forget gentle introductions; you're instantly plunged into the high-stakes chaos of a training ground where death isn't just possible-it's the only path to your true identity. The narrator nails the frantic energy, making you feel every heartbeat as Carter Ash scrambles to survive, his amnesia a constant, gripping mystery.
What makes this audiobook so compelling isn't just the premise-it's the people. Carter's goofy, loyal friend feels like the buddy you'd actually have in that mess, and Iris? Her presence, delivered with just the right hint of intrigue in the narration, is magnetic. You feel the squad dynamics tightening as they race against the clock, knowing each death isn't just an end-it's a life-altering choice. Will you become a tank or a healer? The audio masterfully uses voice shifts and subtle tension in the narration to make that "permanent class" fear palpable. You're not just listening to a story; you're listening to the countdown ticking in the back of your skull.
And then, just as you start breathing a little easier, the real war hits. This isn't just basic training anymore-it's a galaxy-wide storm of danger, with aliens who are anything but charming. The narrator shifts seamlessly into that wider, darker scale, making the transition feel urgent and inevitable. You're not just surviving boot camp; you're learning to fight for your life in a universe that has no patience for rookies.
Aird crafts a LitRPG that feels fresh, not just a game simulation. It's for readers who love smart sci-fi with emotional weight, where relationships-both the funny, grounded ones with your squad and the deeper, more complex ones-matter as much as the next battle. The audiobook's strength lies in its voice: it's immersive, fast-paced, and never lets you forget the raw, human stakes beneath the virtual armor. You'll find yourself leaning in, eager to hear what happens next, because Carter and his team aren't just playing a game-they're fighting for everything they might become. This isn't just a great audiobook; it's the perfect way to dive into a world where every second counts, and your next life could be your last. Press play, and prepare to be hooked from the first, terrifying beep of the training system.
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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