Heavenly Tyrant: Iron Widow, Book 2 Audiobook
Heavenly Tyrant: Iron Widow, Book 2 is Xiran Jay Zhao’s unabridged English audiobook sequel, following Zetian as she takes power and faces a dangerous alliance against a common enemy. Its 21-hour runtime suits listeners looking for a substantial continuation of the series.
At a glance
- Sequel to Iron Widow, with Zetian at the seat of power in Huaxia.
- The story centres on a dangerous alliance, political manoeuvring and a shared enemy.
- The listing describes a Chinese-history-inspired blend of mecha science fiction and fantasy.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged presentation preserves the full story for listeners wanting a long-form sequel.
- The listed narrator and English-language details help buyers assess the audio edition.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 21 hours and 3 minutes |
| Author | Xiran Jay Zhao |
| Narrator | Rong Fu, see all |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 24 Dec. 2024 |
What to know before buying
- The synopsis assumes familiarity with the first book and continues Zetian’s story after a major loss; it may be less suitable as a starting point.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners continuing the Iron Widow series.
- Readers drawn to speculative fiction combining political conflict, mecha science fiction and fantasy.
- Buyers seeking an unabridged English audiobook with a long listening length.
Less suited to
- Anyone looking for a standalone introduction to the series.
- Listeners who prefer a short audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the writing as immersive and entertaining, with praise for the plot, character development, engaging action and ending. The reported enthusiasm for the story may appeal to series readers, though ratings alone cannot show which elements will work for an individual listener. The aggregate rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 1,370 ratings.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the immersive writing, plot and character development.
- The supplied feedback highlights an action-packed story and a powerful ending.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the first book in the series?
No. The listing identifies it as Iron Widow, Book 2 and describes it as a sequel to Iron Widow.
Who wrote and narrates this edition?
The listing names Xiran Jay Zhao as the author and Rong Fu as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 21 hours and 3 minutes.
Is the audiobook abridged?
The listing states that the version is unabridged.
