Book description
Katie Kacvinsky's Awaken isn't just a story about a digital dystopia-it's a deeply felt exploration of what it means to truly connect, delivered with perfect timing in audiobook form. Set in a near-future where everyone lives and interacts entirely through screens, Maddie's life is comfortable, predictable, and utterly lonely. Her world shifts the moment she meets Justin, whose simple joy in physical presence-touch, eye contact, shared space-awakens something dormant in her. The audiobook format makes this internal awakening palpable. You hear the hesitation in Maddie's voice as she questions her life, the warmth in Justin's when he speaks of "real" connection, and the growing tension as societal pressure pushes her back toward isolation.
What elevates Awaken beyond typical YA dystopia is its quiet, relatable core. Kacvinsky avoids grand, apocalyptic stakes; the real battle is internal. Maddie's struggle to trust her own feelings against her parents' digital orthodoxy and societal norms feels incredibly current. The audiobook's narrator captures this beautifully-subtle shifts in tone reveal her growing awareness without melodrama. You don't just read about Maddie's journey; you hear her learning to breathe again, to feel the weight of a hand held, the comfort of a shared silence. The pacing is deliberate, letting the emotional beats land, making the small victories-like choosing to walk outside-feel monumental.
This isn't a book shouting "Unplug!" It's a gentle, urgent reminder that human connection isn't optional-it's the foundation. For listeners, the audiobook becomes a companion in that realization, the voice guiding you through Maddie's quiet revolution. It's the perfect blend of thought-provoking and deeply moving, making Awaken not just a compelling start to a series, but a resonant experience you'll carry with you long after the final chapter. A must-listen for anyone who's ever felt the ache of being truly seen.
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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