Book description
I just finished the audiobook of United States of Japan by Peter Tieryas and felt compelled to share it right away. The story opens in a world where Japan emerged victorious in WWII, and the United States is worshipped as an infallible empire. The narrative hinges on a shadowy resistance called the George Washingtons, who have slipped an illegal video-game into the populace-one that forces players to confront a reality where the U.S. is the victor.
I was instantly drawn into Captain Beniko Ishimura's mission to censor video-games. Working alongside Agent Akiko Tsukino of the secret police, Ishimura stumbles upon a conspiracy far deeper than a simple subversive tactic. As the plot unfolds, the audiobook's pacing keeps you on edge: each chapter reveals new layers of intrigue, shifting loyalties, and the dangerous origins of the forbidden game. The voice acting-clear, dynamic, and respectful of the tense atmosphere-adds a layer of immediacy that I found impossible to put down.
What sets this work apart is its seamless blend of detective-style investigation and brutal alternate-history speculation. Tieryas, known for the Mecha Samurai Empire series, proves his skill in crafting a story that feels both familiar and unsettlingly fresh. The dialogue is crisp, the pacing efficient, and the stakes are high. The audiobook format amplifies the suspense; the narrator's modulation brings each character's internal conflict to life, making the emotional beats hit harder.
If you enjoy high-concept science fiction that challenges your perception of history, this audiobook delivers. It's an excellent follow-up to classics like Philip K. Dick's The Man in the High Castle, but with a distinct, contemporary voice. I recommend it to anyone who appreciates a narrative that is as intellectually stimulating as it is thrilling.
Mum Mary
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Admiral Tot
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Reed Lady
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Gothic Slacker
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Wooden Man
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Red Woman
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Freeze Queen
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Foot-long Fry
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Wiccan Trouble
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Tin Fox
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Danger Menace
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Cool Law Topping
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Sylvester Eye
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HOV
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Father Abbot
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Pinball Esq
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StorySculptor
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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