Book description
UnSouled - A Thrilling Audiobook Adventure
Neal Shusterman's third entry in the Unwind Dystology series, UnSouled, takes listeners on a heart-pounding ride that feels both fresh and familiar to fans of his earlier books. From the very first word, the narrator pulls you into a world where teenagers are fighting not just for survival but for their very humanity.
The story follows Connor and Lev as they flee from the shattered Graveyard, the last safe haven for AWOL unwinds. Their escape is no longer about outrunning danger; it's a desperate quest to find a woman whose existence has been deliberately erased by the Proactive Citizenry. If these two teens can uncover why the shadowy forces behind the unwinding fear her so much, they might finally crack the code that could stop the process forever.
Meanwhile, Cam-once a rewound boy-plots a daring strike against the organization that created him. His motives are layered: he wants to expose the Citizenry and prove his love for Risa, but without her, he struggles to remember what it feels like to be human. This internal conflict adds depth to an otherwise high-energy plot.
What makes UnSouled especially engaging in audio form is the cast's dynamic performances. The narrator's clear diction carries the fast pacing and complex terminology effortlessly, while the voice actors for Connor, Lev, Cam, Risa, and the ominous "parts pirates" deliver distinct personalities that keep listeners on their toes. The sound design-subtle ambient cues for tense chase scenes and a deeper timbre during reflective moments-helps ground the fantastical elements in a believable world.
Shusterman's prose shines through with vivid imagery and rapid dialogue, and the audiobook format amplifies these strengths. Each chapter ends with cliffhangers that compel you to press "play" again, while the pacing ensures that the story never feels rushed or dragged.
For anyone who loves dystopian thrillers that ask big questions about identity, autonomy, and what it means to be alive, UnSouled is a must-listen. It's a satisfying continuation of the series that balances action with heart, all delivered in an immersive audio experience that will leave you eager for the next chapter.
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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