Book description
Okay, so you've heard about Theft of Swords, right? The one where a thief and a swordsman get totally screwed over by a conspiracy? Yeah, that one. And honestly? The audiobook version is chef's kiss. Forget reading it - you need to hear Royce Melborn and Hadrian Blackwater argue their way through a royal murder plot. Seriously, their dynamic is the best thing since sliced bread.
I read some other reviewers raving about how Sullivan's characters feel real, and the audiobook? It just cranks that up to eleven. The voice actor (whoever they are - seriously, they nailed it) gives Royce that sarcastic, quick-talking thief vibe, and Hadrian? Pure, earnest, slightly exasperated idealism. You can hear the banter crackle. Like when Royce is trying to talk Hadrian out of some idiotic hero move? It's like hanging out with your two best friends who constantly annoy each other but would totally have your back.
The plot? Classic high-stakes fantasy, but way more fun than most. They're just trying to pull a simple job - steal a sword - and suddenly they're framed for killing the king? Yeah, that's the hook. And it's not just about escaping the castle; it's about this ancient mystery that's been messing with kingdoms for centuries. Sullivan's pacing is perfect for audio - short chapters, constant action, and those little twists that make you go, "Wait, what?" You'll find yourself hitting 'next' before you even realize it's been an hour.
And the best part? This is the first part of the Riyria Revelations, but it's so damn satisfying on its own. You get the whole setup, the core conflict, and those two guys just click. You don't need to know the rest to be hooked - you'll be begging for the next book before the first one's even done. Plus, it's way more grounded than a lot of epic fantasy; it's got heart, humor, and people who actually talk like real people (not like they're reading a history book).
Seriously, if you're looking for a fantasy that's fast, funny, and full of characters you'll genuinely root for, skip the boring stuff. Grab Theft of Swords as an audiobook. You'll be hooked before you know it, and you'll be telling all your friends, "You have to hear this!" It's exactly the kind of book that makes you think, "Wow, I need more of this." Grab it now - you won't regret it.
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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