Book description
Edgar's accident. A dark pencil line on a blank page. That's the start. No more than a scar on the world. His arm gone. His mind scrambled. Wife gone. Daughters gone. Minnesota gone. He wants out. Dr. Kamen says geography. Florida. Duma Key. A sliver of coast. Sun setting into the Gulf. Tidal rattling of shells. That sound. You hear it in the audiobook. The narrator's voice drops low. Like the Gulf whispering. Edgar picks up a pencil. Sketches. Then paints. Feverishly. His hands remember what his mind forgot. The house. The beach. The way the light hits the water. You feel that. The salt in the air. The weight of the brush. His paintings... they breathe. They have teeth. He meets Wireman. Quiet. Holding his own wounds. Then Elizabeth Eastlake. Old. Sick. Roots tangled deep. Her past. It unfolds like a rotten leaf. Ghosts. Not just memories. They're here. In the house. In the paintings. They're real. They're hungry. You hear the dread in the voice. The way the narrator pauses before a shadow moves. The Gulf's whisper becomes a roar. The beach rattling becomes a scream. Edgar's rage. His love for Ilse. The tenacity of it. All that. It's not just a story. It's a thing you feel in your bones. The audiobook makes it live. You're not reading. You're listening. To the wind. To the waves. To the ghosts. To Edgar's mind snapping. The paintings aren't just on the page. They're in your head. They're bleeding. You hear Elizabeth's voice. Old. Broken. Haunting. And the terror? It's not just the ghosts. It's the power of the art. The danger. The way it twists everything. You can't look away. You can't stop listening. Even when it gets dark. Especially when it gets dark. The horror isn't just out there. It's in the painting. In the memory. In the sound of the narrator's voice holding your breath. You want to turn it off. But you don't. You need to hear it. The Gulf's whisper. The shell's rattling. The sound of something breaking. Inside. Outside. Duma Key isn't just a place. It's a wound. And this audiobook? It's the sound of the wound opening. You hear it. You feel it. And you can't unhear it. The last note. The last wave. Stays with you. Long after the book ends.
Trash Sling
Efficient audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is a revelation. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
FireBrang
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Plegasus
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Little Cobra
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NexusNavigator
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
Buckshot
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. Audiobook adventures simplified β this app's functionality is a revelation. 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.
MysticMingle
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Yellow Menace
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Berlin Kamikaze
ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
SunVolt
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Cumulo
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Divine Bramble
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Street Jolly
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DeathDancer
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ πΆπ The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! π΅π§ Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
Hen Skittle
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Fatsy Bear
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. ππ§ The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. 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!
Cupid Dust
π Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! ππ ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was. 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.
Back Bett
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
The Dude
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Skirble
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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