Book description
REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICK • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “A shocking story, made all the more stunning by the fact that it has its roots in true history.”—Jodi Picoult, author of By Any Other Name “A new generation of survival story . . . an extraordinary book that reads like a thriller, written with the care of the most delicate psychological and historical fiction.”—Vogue (Best of 2025 Preview) A young woman and her lover are marooned on an island in this “lushly painted” (People) historical epic of love, faith, and defiance from the bestselling author of Sam.Heir to a fortune, Marguerite is destined for a life of prosperity and gentility. Then she is orphaned, and her guardian—an enigmatic and volatile man—spends her inheritance and insists she accompany him on an expedition to New France. That journey takes a unexpected turn when Marguerite, accused of betrayal, is brutally punished and abandoned on a small island.Once a child of privilege who dressed in gowns and laced pearls in her hair, Marguerite finds herself at the mercy of nature. As the weather turns, blanketing the island in ice, she discovers a faith she’d never before needed.Inspired by the real life of a sixteenth-century heroine, Isola is the timeless story of a woman fighting for survival.
Friday Ferrari
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Show Off
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Miss Mustard
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Austin Shamrock
This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Crossing Guard
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Stud Buster
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Wrangler Jim
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
Wildcat Appaloosa
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Gbbledgoodk
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Tunez
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
Moxie
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. 🚶♀️📖 Exploring stories as I stroll – audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. 🏞️🎧 ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
Skirble
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. 🎉 An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures – count me in! 🧹📖 Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it!
CZR
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true.
Plegasus
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🌌 Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking – this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! 🍲📖 The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Little Cobra
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. I'm so grateful for this app – it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. 💼 Balancing responsibilities with relaxation – audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. 💻📖 The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Swerve
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Murder Matter
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Hidden Tree
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds – this app's functionality is genius.
Milan Call Back
AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Necessary Momentum
Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
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