Book description
Picture this: it's a dark, stormy night, and a stranger with a glowy scarf shows up at your doorstep, whispering, "Come on, we're saving the universe." That's A Wrinkle in Time in a nutshell, and the audiobook version? Absolute magic. Madeleine L'Engle's 1963 Newbery winner isn't just a classic-it's a cosmic road trip you'll want to take again and again, especially when you've got a narrator who makes you feel like you're actually flying through space with Meg Murry, her telepathic brother Charles Wallace (who sees right through your soul, by the way), and Calvin O'Keefe, the guy who's way too cool for his own good.
The magic here isn't in fancy sci-fi jargon-it's in how human it feels. Meg's not a perfect hero; she's messy, scared, and kinda grumpy. Charles Wallace? He's the kind of kid who'd tell you your life choices are "a bit off" while staring into your eyes. And the villain? A force called IT that's basically the universe's worst Wi-Fi signal-soul-sucking and aggressively boring. The audiobook nails this. You can hear the storm outside the Murry house, the whispery urgency of the three Mrs. Ws (yes, they're named Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which-because L'Engle had zero interest in being boring), and Meg's internal panic as she realizes she's not just saving her dad, but the whole fabric of reality.
What makes this audiobook sing? It's the pacing. The narrator doesn't rush you through the tesseract (yes, that's a thing-think folding space like origami, but with more existential dread). Instead, they let you feel the wonder of floating through a storm of stars, the chill of a planet where everyone's just... happy, and the sheer, jaw-dropping moment when you realize the real enemy isn't some monster-it's the terrifying comfort of not being yourself. And Charles Wallace? His voice in the audiobook is so effortlessly profound, you'll catch yourself nodding along like, "Yeah, dude. I get it."
It's not just for kids, either. Adults will chuckle at how L'Engle predicted the 1960s (and still feels shockingly relevant). The audiobook's warmth makes you forget it's been around since before your parents were born. You'll find yourself pausing your commute to hear how Meg finally stands up to IT, or how Calvin's line "I think I've found my place in the universe" lands like a perfectly timed punchline.
So yeah, skip the dusty library copy. This audiobook? It's the kind of thing you'll put on while making coffee, then realize you've been listening for an hour, utterly transported. It's not just a book-it's a reminder that the scariest things in the universe are the ones that make you feel small... and the bravest thing you can do is keep walking anyway. Don't just read it-let it swallow you whole. You'll be glad you did.
StormCake
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ForumFlare
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect.
High Beam
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DollFaceKillah
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SunnySnap
Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. π±π Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Swedish Pixie
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Miss Rum Punch
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Sugar Man
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again.
LerveDr
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience β a fantastic feature. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
Tall Honey
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Morbid Angel
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Saber-RED
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction.
Racy Lady
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Insane SweepKick
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Mad Rascal
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Bad Princess
πββοΈπ Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. πββοΈπ The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience.
Predator
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Murmur
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 β it shows their dedication to excellence. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. ππ With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Skirble
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive.
Sprinkle Lovenuts
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
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