Tempting Fate by April White

Tempting Fate

Clockwork desperation meets relentless stakes

Written byApril White
Narrated bySarah Kempton
Length12h28m
Release dateNovember 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.9 (4 ratings)

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AuthorApril White
NarratorSarah Kempton
Runtime12h28m
PublishedNovember 10, 2022
Rating★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5 (4 ratings)
CategoriesTeen & Young Adult, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Time Travel
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Saira Elian isn’t just running—she’s sprinting toward a future she never asked for, and *Tempting Fate* makes sure you feel every desperate breath. In this high-stakes sequel, April White cranks up the tension by refining the razor-wire between hope and annihilation. The worldbuilding snaps into sharper focus here, revealing a 21st century where Immortal Descendants aren’t just myth—they’re micro-governed factions clawing for dominance. White’s prose crackles with kinetic energy, shifting from sleek action sequences to gnawing introspection without missing a beat. It’s a balancing act that could wobble, but White leans in, making the fall feel inevitable—and electrifying. If you crave sci-fi that doesn’t just leap from the page, but *punch* it, this series’ momentum will leave you breathless. The narrator’s secret weapon? She refuses to let the emotional weight overpower the relentless pace—something far too many Young Adult audiobooks stumble on. The result is an ear-snagging ride where every plot twist feels earned, every character’s flaw a loaded gun aimed at the next page.

Tags: time-travel dystopiaimmortal descendants thrillerYA science fiction audiobookhigh-stakes chase adventureteen sci-fi with heart

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  • Expert narration by Sarah Kempton brings every character and scene to life across 12h28m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.9 stars by 4 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Sarah Kempton’s narration is the glue holding *Tempting Fate* together, and she brings the kind of vocal precision that turns a YA thriller into a full-body experience. Her voice for Saira is a razor’s edge between vulnerability and fury—perfect for a heroine who’s both hunted and hunting. The pacing is relentless, but Kempton makes sure the emotional beats land with weight, especially in quieter moments where the weight of Saira’s isolation presses down. The production is crisp, with a sound design that lingers just long enough to amplify the dread (that creeping synth score? Chef’s kiss) without drowning out the dialogue. If I have one gripe, it’s that the Mongers’ motives occasionally verge on cartoonishly evil, which risks undercutting the series’ otherwise sharp social commentary. And while White’s worldbuilding is impressive, a handful of key factions get short shrift, leaving the political landscape feeling lopsided. But these are minor cracks in a listening experience that otherwise crackles with originality. If you’re here for clichéd dystopias or sluggish dystopian tropes, look elsewhere—Tempting Fate is a live wire.

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