Book description
The audiobook adaptation of Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass, narrated by Elizabeth Evans, masterfully transforms the inaugural volume of the globally acclaimed series into an immersive auditory experience. Evans delivers Celaena Sardothien with a captivating blend of lethal precision and vulnerable depth, her incisive delivery perfectly capturing the assassin's sharp wit, simmering defiance, and quiet yearning for liberation. Listeners are immediately drawn into a world devoid of magic, yet brimming with perilous intrigue, as Celaena, imprisoned within the shadowed halls of the castle, enters a deadly competition to win her freedom.
Evans' performance elevates every encounter. The Crown Prince's provocative barbs land with chilling precision; the Captain of the Guard's quiet protectiveness resonates with palpable sincerity; and the tentative friendship with the distant princess unfolds with genuine warmth. Yet, beneath this intricate social tapestry, Evans masterfully conveys the growing dread as Celaena's competitors fall victim to mysterious, lethal forces. The narrative's pulse quickens, transforming Celaena's fight for freedom into a stark, desperate struggle for survival against a pervasive evil festering within the very stones of the castle.
Evans' vocal control is remarkable, shifting seamlessly between Celaena's internal monologue-taut with strategy and guarded emotion-and the charged dialogue that propels the plot forward. The audiobook doesn't merely convey the story; it allows listeners to feel the tension in the air, the weight of every decision, and the relentless pace of a hunt where the prey is also the hunter. Maas's prose, rich with vivid character dynamics and a meticulously constructed world, finds its ideal sonic counterpart in Evans' nuanced and compelling narration. The result is a listening experience that is both thrilling and deeply satisfying, perfectly capturing the series' signature blend of fierce action, intricate plotting, and character-driven depth. This audiobook adaptation is not merely a faithful rendering; it is an essential, vibrant entry point into a phenomenon that has captivated readers worldwide, proving why Throne of Glass remains a cornerstone of contemporary fantasy.
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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