Book description
π§ Audiobook Alert: These Violent Delights is pure, unadulterated magic. Chloe Gong's 1926 Shanghai isn't just a setting-it's a character, dripping with jazz, danger, and the sharp scent of betrayal. Juliette Cai (Scarlet Gang heir) and Roma Montagov (White Flowers heir) aren't just rivals; they're a wildfire of history, love, and the kind of rage that cracks concrete. And oh, the voices in this audiobook? Perfection. Juliette's sharp wit and Roma's quiet intensity leap from the page (or rather, the earbuds) with such raw, lived-in authenticity, you'll swear you're standing in a smoke-filled Shanghai speakeasy. π₯
The twist? A bloody contagion turns gang members against themselves-clawing throats out while whispering about a monster in the Huangpu River. Suddenly, the feud isn't just about power; it's about survival. And the chemistry? Chef's kiss. You'll be yelling at your headphones, "Just talk to each other!" as they navigate old wounds and a city on the brink. Gong masterfully twists Shakespeare into something fresh, violent, and utterly addictive-no dusty old ballroom here, just neon-lit chaos and razor-sharp dialogue that sings in audio. π
If you loved The Last Magician's intrigue or Descendant of the Crane's fierce heroines, this is your next obsession. The audiobook isn't just a listen-it's a vibe. You'll feel the Shanghai heat, the tension in every pause, the heartbeat of a city drowning in its own blood. Trust me: the narration (seriously, find this version) makes the rivalries feel personal, the romance electric, and the monster under the river real. You won't just hear this story-you'll live it. π§β¨
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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