Book description
Hey, I've just finished the first volume of What Moves the Dead and I have to tell you about it. I'm still buzzing from how the story unfolds. As an audiobook, it's a real treat-each character's voice feels distinct, and the narrator's pacing gives the eerie setting its weight.
The plot kicks off when Alex Easton, a retired soldier, learns that his old friend Madeline Usher is dying. Alex races to the Ushers' ancestral home in the remote Ruravia countryside. What he finds is a nightmare: fungal growths overrun the landscape, wildlife behaves oddly, and a dark, pulsing lake dominates the scene. Madeline isn't just sick; she sleepwalks and speaks in strange voices at night. Her brother Roderick is also afflicted, suffering a mysterious neurological illness that threatens to consume him.
Alex is not alone in his investigation. He teams up with a stalwart British mycologist-she brings scientific rigor to the fungal menace-and a baffled American doctor who tries to untangle the medical mysteries. Together, they must piece together the secrets of the House of Usher before the house claims them all. The tension builds steadily; every new detail feels like a puzzle piece falling into place, and the stakes keep climbing.
What makes this audiobook stand out is the voice acting. The narrator's clear, concise delivery mirrors the corporate tone of a briefing-every sentence gets to the point, no fluff. The different characters' voices are crisp, which makes following the plot easier than in some other horror audiobooks where the cast can blur together. When the mycologist explains fungal behavior, she does so in a way that feels both authoritative and accessible, matching the scientific tone of a briefing. When Alex reflects on his past, the narrator's voice shifts subtly, conveying the emotional weight without overindulgence.
The writing itself is tight. The language is efficient and industry-aware, almost like a report. Yet it doesn't sacrifice suspense. Each chapter ends with a clear call to action, propelling you forward. The descriptive passages are vivid yet concise, giving you the atmosphere without dragging. The pacing is spot-on; it's not a sluggish read, nor does it rush through crucial moments. Instead, it feels like a well-planned operation, with every step justified and necessary.
In short, What Moves the Dead is a compelling, professionally delivered audiobook that keeps you engaged from the first sentence to the last. If you enjoy a mix of horror, science, and a tight narrative, this is the one to pick up.
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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