Book description
Award-winning author James Wade blends atmospheric prose with soul-stirring themes in Hollow Out the Dark, a gothic adventure set against a Depression-era landscape where a whiskey war threatens to decimate a small Texas town. Veteran of the Great War, Jesse Cole is grateful for the quiet life he now leads. But when his closest friend runs afoul of local criminals, Frog and Squirrel Fenley, Jesse is forced to spin his moral compass and enter a violent and volatile underworld. There he encounters corrupt lawmen, hired assassins, and a dark family secret that will upend all he once knew. Complicating matters are Texas Ranger Amon Atkins--who arrives to investigate the Fenleys just as their empire is threatened by a deadly new competition--and the green-eyed, raven-haired Adaline, a love Jesse thought he'd lost forever. With resources scarce and winter falling hard on the town, a desperate Jesse must choose between the law and the lawless and find a way to survive while still protecting the people he loves. A heart-pounding tale full of plot-twisting revelations, Hollow Out the Dark brings readers into a whiskey-fueled world where everyone has a secret, and love everlasting balances on the edge of a knife.
Raggedy Ann
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Metal Aphrodite
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MicroStar
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Digger
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Sugar Man
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Houston
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QuantumQuill
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Slow Trot
I'm hooked on this app's curated content – it's like having a personal librarian. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Criss Cross
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Burn
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. 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.
Racy Lion
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Accidental Genius
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings.
Helmet Destroyer
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Sleek Assassin
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
Magenta
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Find It Girl
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Silver Cup
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality.
QuestQuill
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Saturn Extreme
The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Frosty
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
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