Book description
A bold and subversive retelling of the goddess's story, this #1 New York Times bestseller is both epic and intimate in its scope, recasting the most infamous female figure from the Odyssey as a hero in her own right (Alexandra Alter, The New York Times). In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child -- not powerful, like her father, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship, she discovers that she does possess power -- the power of witchcraft, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. Threatened, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island, where she hones her occult craft, tames wild beasts and crosses paths with many of the most famous figures in all of mythology, including the Minotaur, Daedalus and his doomed son Icarus, the murderous Medea, and, of course, wily Odysseus. But there is danger, too, for a woman who stands alone, and Circe unwittingly draws the wrath of both men and gods, ultimately finding herself pitted against one of the most terrifying and vengeful of the Olympians. To protect what she loves most, Circe must summon all her strength and choose, once and for all, whether she belongs with the gods she is born from, or the mortals she has come to love. With unforgettably vivid characters, mesmerizing language, and page-turning suspense, Circe is a triumph of storytelling, an intoxicating epic of family rivalry, palace intrigue, love and loss, as well as a celebration of indomitable female strength in a man's world. #1 New York Times Bestseller -- named one of the Best Books of the Year by NPR, the Washington Post, People, Time, Amazon, Entertainment Weekly, Bustle, Newsweek, the A.V. Club, Christian Science Monitor, Refinery 29, Buzzfeed, Paste, Audible, Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Thrillist, NYPL, Self, Real Simple, Goodreads, Boston Globe, Electric Literature, BookPage, the Guardian, Book Riot, Seattle Times, and Business Insider.
Criss Cross
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Kimono Goddess
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Junkyard Dog
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Lilac Lizard
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Crumb Cake
With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Flint Cast-Iron
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide.
Juice Petite
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
B@d B0y
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
Mantis Queen
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Scratch Man
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Slug-em-dog
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Nueva Nova
This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening.
Black Hole Necromancer
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Ship Whip
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive.
InsightInkwell
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Succubus In Training
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Capital F
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Station WMD
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Clover Rabbit
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Firecracker
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. 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!
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