Book description
He was a disrupter and a peacemaker, a rebel and a rabbi. His friends were the riffraff, and his enemies the religious elite. He was the wounded man who healed the sick, the homeless man who fed the hungry, the convicted criminal who released the captives, and the dead man who conquered the grave. The stories he told were scandalous, and the stories he lived changed the world. To reflect on the Jesus of the Gospels is to reflect on paradox, mystery, wonder, and messiness. It is to find God in the shadows, the tensions, and the ambiguities of life on earth as it is. These essays on the stories of Jesus are invitations to faith in all its complexity and untidiness. The Jesus who emerges here is not the sanitized Christ of piety and platitude, but the Christ of complicated joys and transcendent sorrows. The Christ who weeps, wonders, loses, learns, and seeks. These are the stories of the Incarnate God who finds and loves us in the messiness of our lives.
BlackExcalibur
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
xFRST
The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Old Orange Eyes
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Black Fantastic
Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives.
High Beam
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. 🔥 Elevating my reading routine to new heights – this app is a real page-turner! 📚🚀
Santa's Little Helper
As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Slint FUBAR
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized.
Mad Jack
🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app makes each day a new adventure! 📖🚀 Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience.
QuantumQuill
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
German Coach
🎉 This app's functionality is a masterpiece – it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. 📚🎨 ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Mad Rascal
⭐️ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time – multitasking made easy! 🧠🎧 Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps.
Pixie Taze
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. 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!
Neophyte Believer
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. 💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚 I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
BearDrift
ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Lady Katniss
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is top-notch. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
PepperBurst
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
DreamDiver
AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Microwave
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Bones
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧
Phoenix Tetra
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. 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