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Windcatcher (Stone War Chronicles, #1) - Audiobook Review
A.J. Norfield's debut fantasy novel, Windcatcher, launches the Stone War Chronicles with a compelling blend of military strategy, mythic adventure, and coming-of-age storytelling-all brought to vivid life through the audiobook format. Narration enhances the immersive quality of Norfield's world, where ancient relics hold more than mythic power and trust can be as fragile as a newly hatched dragon's first breath.
The story follows Raylan and his squad as they venture into hostile territory to recover a stolen relic on behalf of their kingdom's ally, the Tiankong Empire. What begins as a straightforward mission quickly evolves into something far more complex when the relic reveals itself to be Galirras, a young dragon emerging from centuries of dormancy. Unable to fly and hunted by relentless enemies, Galirras must rely on Raylan's squad for survival, forging an uneasy alliance that drives the emotional and narrative core of the book.
Norfield draws from a rich background in martial arts and fantasy literature to craft battle scenes that are both tactical and visceral, while also grounding the story in moments of quiet character development. The audiobook format amplifies these contrasts, with voice performance adding weight to the tension between human and mythical elements. Listeners are treated to distinct character voices and atmospheric pacing that underscores the peril and wonder of the journey.
The influence of authors like Anne McCaffrey and Naomi Novik is evident, particularly in the bond between human and dragon, yet Norfield's voice remains distinct. His experience as a falconer and martial artist brings authenticity to the handling of creatures and combat alike, while his passion for Japanese culture and RPGs infuses the narrative with strategic depth and world-building richness.
Windcatcher succeeds as both an adventure and a thoughtful exploration of loyalty, survival, and the cost of trust. For fans of character-driven fantasy with a strong mythic undercurrent, this audiobook offers an engaging start to what promises to be a memorable series.
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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