Book description
Imagine stepping into the shadowed throne room of ancient Qin, 227 BC, where the air crackles with tension not just from the assassin Jing Ke's near-failure, but from the king's unexpected mercy. That's the spellbinding opening of Cixin Liu's The Circle-wait, no, actually, this is Xavier Besse's compelling audiobook adaptation of the graphic novel series celebrating Cixin Liu's genius, though the story itself is a stunning historical fiction piece set in the Qin dynasty. The narration here is pure magic. A deep, resonant voice guides you through the corridors of power, making the scent of aged scrolls and the weight of imperial decisions feel real. You hear the quiet desperation in Jing Ke's voice as he's spared, the king's chilling fascination with his mathematical mind, and the eerie hum of calculations meant to unlock immortality itself. The sound design is subtle but brilliant-distant court murmurs, the rustle of silk robes, the sharp clink of a jade pendant-each detail pulling you deeper into that ancient world. What's truly remarkable is how Besse's adaptation honors Liu's signature blend of intellect and awe, translating the graphic novel's visual poetry into a purely auditory journey. You're not just hearing a story; you're feeling the tension as Jing Ke deciphers celestial patterns, the sheer scale of ambition in the king's quest for eternity. It's not sci-fi, but it carries the same profound wonder Liu's work inspires-asking the same timeless questions about humanity, power, and what we'll sacrifice for the impossible. The pacing is perfect, never rushing, letting each revelation sink in like a drop of ink in water. This isn't just a book you listen to-it's a portal. By the time Jing Ke's final calculation echoes in your mind, you'll feel the weight of history, the haunting beauty of a moment where a life was spared not by sword, but by the sheer force of a mind seeking the stars. A masterpiece of historical storytelling, made even more immersive by a narration that feels like a whispered secret from the past itself. Don't just read it-let it envelop you.
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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