Book description
P.C. Cast's House of Night series continues to captivate listeners with Untamed, the fourth installment now available as an audiobook. Zoey Redbird's journey at the vampyre finishing school deepens into high-stakes peril, where trust shatters and hidden agendas ignite. Cast's own experience as a public speaker and educator shines through in the narration, lending natural rhythm and emotional precision to Zoey's growing defiance.
The audiobook masterfully balances the series' signature blend of supernatural tension and character growth. Listeners hear every heartbeat during confrontations as loyalties fracture-friends become foes, and allies reveal dangerous secrets. Cast's clear, expressive delivery ensures Zoey's internal struggle feels immediate, whether she's facing a rogue vampyre or wrestling with her own identity. The pacing never lags, accelerating through chase scenes and whispered conspiracies that demand full attention.
What elevates Untamed beyond typical YA fantasy is its focus on moral complexity. The audiobook doesn't just tell us Zoey's choices matter-it makes us feel the weight of each decision through subtle vocal shifts. A hesitant pause when she questions a mentor, a sharp edge in her voice when confronting betrayal-these details, delivered live, transform plot points into visceral experiences. Listeners familiar with the series will appreciate how this volume ties threads from earlier books while advancing the overarching mystery.
Cast's background as a teacher and award-winning author (Oklahoma Book Award, New York Times bestseller) informs the audiobook's accessibility. She avoids over-explaining lore, trusting listeners to follow the emotional logic. The supporting cast-Stark, Stevie Rae, even the mysterious Neferet-gain distinct voices without caricature, making the world feel lived-in. When the plot twists arrive, they land with satisfying impact, thanks to the narrator's skill in building tension through cadence alone.
For newcomers, the audiobook serves as a strong entry point. The narration establishes Zoey's voice early, grounding listeners in her perspective without overwhelming them with backstory. The series' unique vampyre mythology-rooted in ancient mythology Cast adores-feels fresh, not repetitive, as the story pushes toward its climax.
Untamed isn't just another fantasy adventure; it's a testament to how well-crafted narration can make character growth the real thrill. Cast delivers a performance that's both polished and deeply human, turning a page-turning plot into something listeners will replay for the emotional resonance. It's the perfect blend of suspense, heart, and the quiet power of a voice that knows exactly how to hold your attention.
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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