Free Audiobook : Starter Villain, by John Scalzi

Charlie Fitzer’s life was quiet, maybe even a little dull, until his estranged uncle kicks the bucket and leaves him something way bigger than a family heirloom. In "Starter Villain," John Scalzi cooks up an audiobook that’s equal parts hilarious and thrilling, with Wil Wheaton’s voice bringing every oddball moment to life. Suddenly, Charlie’s trading lesson plans for a supervillain gig, complete with a hidden island base and a whole lot of trouble.

What starts as a weird windfall turns into a crash course in survival. Scalzi throws Charlie into a mess of cunning rivals, unexpected allies, and some seriously chatty animals, all while keeping the vibe light and the pace snappy. It’s a story that doesn’t let up, bouncing from one wild revelation to the next as Charlie tries to keep his head above water in a world he never signed up for.

This audiobook’s got a charm that sneaks up on you. It’s packed with dry wit and a knack for turning the absurd into something you can’t stop listening to. When it’s over, you’re left with a grin and a nagging question: how does Scalzi make a guy tripping over his own villainous legacy feel so relatable?