Book description
A city is always a cemetery. When a professor named Cristina Rivera Garza stumbles upon the corpse of a man in a dark alley, she finds a stark warning on the brick wall beside the body, scrawled in coral nail polish: 'Beware of me, my love / beware of the silent woman in the desert.'After reporting the crime to the police, the professor becomes the lead informant of the case, led by a detective with a newfound obsession with poetry and a long list of failures on her back. But what has the professor really seen? While more bodies of men are found across the city, the detective tries to decipher the meaning of the poems, and the darker stream of violence spreading throughout the city.From one of Mexico's greatest living writers, Death Takes Me is a dark and dazzling literary thriller that flips the traditional crime narrative on its head, in a world where death is rampant and violence is gendered. Unfolding with the charged logic of a dream in sentences as sharp as the cuts on the bodies of the victims - a word which, in Spanish, is always feminine - it explores with masterful imagination the unstable terrains of desire and sexuality.'A dexterous creator of atmospheres, with a powerful style, an evocative and indomitable language' Lina Meruane'A masterful storyteller' Jennifer Clement
Sick Saurus
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Romance Guppy
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. 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.
Die Slice
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
JesterZilla
ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Lady In Red
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Savoring audiobooks without fuss – this app's design is impressive. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Snow Pharaoh
⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability.
Bad Badminton
ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket. I’m 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!
Bae
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Nola
🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟 The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story.
Spitfire
I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Jetta Talent
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
BlacKitten
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Aqua Diva
ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Twisty Freesia
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. ⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done!
JesterZilla
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
High-Fructose
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
Athena Star
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats!
Sherwood Gladiator
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Honey
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
London Fox
I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
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