I think I enjoyed this more listening to it than I would have if I'd just read it. The reader got the subtle differences in Southern accents down perfectly. And he made people sound more like the educated, Frank Underwood type Southern accent rather than the dumb hick Southern accent. It was fun to listen to. 
 The story itself was enjoyable--the plot well-thought out and the characters relatable and realistic (as much as supernatural characters can be realistic). I wanted to see a bit more development from some of the side characters, but maybe that's in the sequels. I loved all the literary references and remarks throughout the story, and I laughed during a lot of certain characters' interactions. Also, I may be in love with Macon Ravenwood. (view spoiler)[ That ending? Not. Cool. I think I would have preferred if Ethan had died, even though I spent the whole book in his head. I'm not sure I'll read the sequels just because I'm mad that Macon won't be in them! (But, knowing me, I'll probably still read them...) (hide spoiler)]