Book description
Winner of the Man Booker Prize One of Entertainment Weekly's Top 10 Books of the Decade One of the Top 10 Books of 2014 - Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times A "thrilling, ambitious . . . intense" (Los Angeles Times) novel that explores the attempted assassination of Bob Marley in the late 1970s, from the author of Black Leopard, Red Wolf In A Brief History of Seven Killings, Marlon James combines masterful storytelling with his unrivaled skill at characterization and his meticulous eye for detail to forge a novel of dazzling ambition and scope. On December 3, 1976, just before the Jamaican general election and two days before Bob Marley was to play the Smile Jamaica Concert to ease political tensions in Kingston, seven unnamed gunmen stormed the singer's house, machine guns blazing. The attack wounded Marley, his wife, and his manager, and injured several others. Little was officially released about the gunmen, but rumors abounded regarding the assassins' fates. A Brief History of Seven Killings is James's fictional exploration of that dangerous and unstable time in Jamaica's history and beyond. Deftly spanning decades and continents and peopled with a wide range of characters--assassins, drug dealers, journalists, and even ghosts--James brings to life the people who walked the streets of 1970s Kingston, who dominated the crack houses of 1980s New York, and who reemerged into a radically altered Jamaica of the 1990s. Brilliantly inventive, A Brief History of Seven Killings is an "exhilarating" (The New York Times) epic that's been called "a tour de force" (The Wall Street Journal).
Sloth
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Marbles
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Danqqqqq
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories โ this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. ๐ฑ๐ง
Moxie
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Heaven Sent
Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read โ this app is always ready. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem!
Spontan8ty
Simplifying my reading routine โ this app's ease of use is remarkable. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
Seattle Jay
I can't believe how much more I'm able to read with the help of this app. ๐งโโ๏ธ Finding zen through storytelling โ this app makes meditation even more calming. ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ง My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze.
Wild Kitten
๐ Elevating my reading routine โ this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ๐๐ ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! ListenBookโs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineโgood narration, decent storyโbut it didnโt leave a lasting impression. If youโre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Snake Eyes
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers โ it's my go-to source for literary adventures! With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Tabasco Dracula
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Pigeon Woman
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver โ no more losing my place in the story! With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Nutmeg Riot
ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Freeway
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. I can't imagine my life without this app โ it's my daily dose of literary magic. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey.
ChatterChampion
ListenBook has made my audiobook journey effortless, turning every moment into an escape. This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read โ this app is always ready.
Tall Sally
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. Effortlessly switching between stories โ this app's ease of use is impressive. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
Scuffs
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Nice Gnome
With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play โ it's genius! ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Lucky Brandy
๐โโ๏ธ๐ Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. ๐โโ๏ธ๐ ๐ผ Workday blues? Not anymore โ this app turns my office hours into reading time! ๐ป๐ ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Cumulo
๐ Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories โ thank you, this app! ๐๐ Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Bleach
The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itโs so easy to navigate.
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