Book description
An instant Indie and #1 New York Times bestseller!"Achingly atmospheric and beautifully sharp, A Study in Drowning will draw you in from the first page." --Rory Power, New York Times bestselling author of Wilder Girls Bestselling author Ava Reid makes her YA debut in this dark academic fantasy perfect for fans of Melissa Albert and Elana K. Arnold.Effy Sayre has always believed in fairy tales. Haunted by visions of the Fairy King since childhood, she's had no choice. Her tattered copy of Angharad--Emrys Myrddin's epic about a mortal girl who falls in love with the Fairy King, then destroys him--is the only thing keeping her afloat. So when Myrddin's family announces a contest to redesign the late author's estate, Effy feels certain it's her destiny.But musty, decrepit Hiraeth Manor is an impossible task, and its residents are far from welcoming. Including Preston HΓ©loury, a stodgy young literature scholar determined to expose Myrddin as a fraud. As the two rivals piece together clues about Myrddin's legacy, dark forces, both mortal and magical, conspire against them--and the truth may bring them both to ruin.Part historical fantasy, part rivals-to-lovers romance, part Gothic mystery, and all haunting, dreamlike atmosphere, Ava Reid's powerful YA debut will lure in readers who loved The Atlas Six, House of Salt and Sorrows, or Girl, Serpent, Thorn.
TrixiePhany
AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Killah Goose
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Miss Rum Punch
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Bambi Benz
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Carrot Joker
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
High Woo
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Back Bett
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Saint La-Z-Boy
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Jade Fox
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Captain Peroxide
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West Warrior
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable.
Dahlia Bumble
I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Red Hot Kevorkian
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Magenta
Thanks for making my daily commute to work enjoyable and engaging! ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience.
Tan Stallion
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Necessary Momentum
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears.
Freeway
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Pogue
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Backstreet
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
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