Book description
Summer humidity hits the ear first. That's the audiobook opening. Like stepping into a Brooklyn apartment where the AC's broken. Audre's voice cracks over the phone: no Malibu house. Just apartment walls. Mom's sighs. Goblin Baby's shriek. Her Stanford self-help book's stalled. Needs wild dares. Needs fun.
Bash's voice answers next. Smooth. Low. "Fun consultant?" He laughs. Not a boyfriend. Just a job.
The chemistry? It's not just in the words. It's in the pauses. The way Audre's laugh catches when Bash says something stupid. The way his voice drops when he's trying to be serious. You hear it. You feel it.
This isn't just a book. It's a soundtrack to that last, desperate summer before everything changes. The debate team captain's panic. The new guy's quiet confidence. The way they pretend they're just friends while every sentence hums.
"Five dares," Audre says. "You help me. I pay you."
Bash: "Deal."
No hesitation. Just that click. Like two puzzle pieces fitting.
The audiobook makes the banter pop. You hear the smirk in his voice when he says "Goblin Baby." You hear the panic in her voice when she's trying to write her book at 2 a.m. The way she calls her stepdad "the Steppie" - it's not just funny, it's real.
You hear the city outside the apartment window. The distant sound of kids playing. The hum of a fridge. It's not background noise. It's the world they're trapped in. And the world they're trying to escape.
Bash isn't just a crush. He's a lifeline. A way out of the apartment walls. Audre isn't just a girl. She's someone trying to build a future while her present is crumbling.
The audiobook doesn't just tell you their story. It puts you in the car with them. On the bus. Standing under the old oak tree. You hear the rustle of the leaves. You hear the way Bash's voice changes when he says her name.
It's not just sweet. It's electric. Like the first time you realize someone's looking at you. Like the way your heart skips when they say your name.
You don't need to imagine it. You hear it. Right there. In your ear.
The best part? It's not about the romance. It's about the friendship. The way they learn to be real with each other. The way they see each other. Not just as a crush. Not just as a project.
Bash isn't boyfriend material. Audre isn't looking for one.
But the way they talk? The way they laugh? You know.
They're already more than friends.
And the audiobook? It makes you feel it.
You don't just read it. You live it. Right there. In the summer heat.
Silver Rose
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. ππ
Campfire Mama
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Kingfisher
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Queen Bee
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Most Wanted
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Low Menace
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Trouble Mittens
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PixelPioneer
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Pepper Prada
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
SkyGod
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Yellow Menace
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Blackfire
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Frosty Sunshine
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature!
Taz Ringer
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42nd Street
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literary magic. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Bourbon Mirage
Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. π±π The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Flyswat Briggs
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Skirble
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Sir Shove
π Say goodbye to boredom during long drives β this app makes road trips fly by! ππ CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
RZR
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
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