Book description
# The Wicked King: A Masterclass in Faerie Politics
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Holly Black has done it again - she's taken the dark, twisted world of Faerie and cranked the political intrigue up to eleven. If you thought mortal politics were complicated, wait until you dive into the treacherous waters of the Folk of the Air.
## What Makes This Audiobook Spellbinding
The real magic happens in the narration. Black's prose is sharp enough to cut glass, but it's the audiobook performance that brings the venom and seduction of Cardan to life. You can practically hear the smirk in his voice during every cutting remark.
Jude's transformation from underestimated mortal to power player behind the throne is absolutely riveting. She's not just playing Faerie politics - she's rewriting the rules while everyone else is still figuring out what game they're playing.
## The Delicious Complexity of Power
What I love most is how Black doesn't give us easy answers. Jude's position is precarious, Cardan's motives are opaque, and every alliance feels like it could shatter at any moment. The tension between Jude and Cardan crackles with unresolved chemistry and mutual manipulation that'll leave you questioning who's really in control.
The betrayal subplot adds layers of paranoia that feel genuinely earned. When you're surrounded by immortal beings who view mortality as weakness, trust becomes a luxury you can't afford.
## Why You Can't Put It Down
This isn't just fantasy - it's a masterclass in political maneuvering wrapped in beautiful, brutal prose. Every chapter ends on a hook that'll have you saying "just one more chapter" until dawn.
Perfect for fans of dark fantasy who appreciate their heroines sharp-tongued and their villains impossibly charming. The Folk of the Air series continues to be everything I want in YA fantasy: dangerous, delicious, and utterly addictive.
Bottom line: Start with The Cruel Prince if you haven't, but don't sleep on this sequel. It's where the series truly finds its voice.
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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