Book description
Winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award - Winner of the Orange Prize - National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist"Bel Canto is its own universe. A marvel of a book." --Washington Post Book WorldNew York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett's spellbinding novel about love and opera, and the unifying ways people learn to communicate across cultural barriers in times of crisisSomewhere in South America, at the home of the country's vice president, a lavish birthday party is being held in honor of the powerful businessman Mr. Hosokawa. Roxanne Coss, opera's most revered soprano, has mesmerized the international guests with her singing. It is a perfect evening--until a band of gun-wielding terrorists takes the entire party hostage. But what begins as a panicked, life-threatening scenario slowly evolves into something quite different, a moment of great beauty, as terrorists and hostages forge unexpected bonds and people from different continents become compatriots, intimate friends, and lovers.Patchett's lyrical prose and lucid imagination make Bel Canto a captivating story of strength and frailty, love and imprisonment, and an inspiring tale of transcendent romance.
Dandelion
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. 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.
Blood Taker
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Snapdragon
I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
London Fox
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
K-9
Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. π±π Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Mad Rascal
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. π An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures β count me in! π§Ήπ ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better.
ManBreaker
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Stallion Patton
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
MysticMingle
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. π Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! ππ« The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Noisy Girl
I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Fatsy Bear
This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Mad Viral
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use.
QuestQuill
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook!
AxelRoad
πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless.
THRESHmSTR
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Ginger Chaos
I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. ππ This app has rekindled my love for books β I can't stop listening! ππ§
White Swan
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest.
InsightInkwell
Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Kamikaze Granny
π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Suicide Jockey
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
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