Book description
With this outrageous new novel, China Miéville has written one of the strangest, funniest, and flat-out scariest books you will read this--or any other--year. The London that comes to life in Kraken is a weird metropolis awash in secret currents of myth and magic, where criminals, police, cultists, and wizards are locked in a war to bring about--or prevent--the End of All Things. In the Darwin Centre at London's Natural History Museum, Billy Harrow, a cephalopod specialist, is conducting a tour whose climax is meant to be the Centre's prize specimen of a rare Architeuthis dux--better known as the Giant Squid. But Billy's tour takes an unexpected turn when the squid suddenly and impossibly vanishes into thin air. As Billy soon discovers, this is the precipitating act in a struggle to the death between mysterious but powerful forces in a London whose existence he has been blissfully ignorant of until now, a city whose denizens--human and otherwise--are adept in magic and murder. There is the Congregation of God Kraken, a sect of squid worshippers whose roots go back to the dawn of humanity--and beyond. There is the criminal mastermind known as the Tattoo, a merciless maniac inked onto the flesh of a hapless victim. There is the FSRC--the Fundamentalist and Sect-Related Crime Unit--a branch of London's finest that fights sorcery with sorcery. There is Wati, a spirit from ancient Egypt who leads a ragtag union of magical familiars. There are the Londonmancers, who read the future in the city's entrails. There is Grisamentum, London's greatest wizard, whose shadow lingers long after his death. And then there is Goss and Subby, an ageless old man and a cretinous boy who, together, constitute a terrifying--yet darkly charismatic--demonic duo. All of them--and others--are in pursuit of Billy, who inadvertently holds the key to the missing squid, an embryonic god whose powers, properly harnessed, can destroy all that is, was, and ever shall be.
Toxic-oxide
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Killer Merlot
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Fiend Oblivion
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Lounge Master
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Little Granger
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Delicious Wing
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Cosmo
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Po1son
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
PixelPathfinder
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. 🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable.
Fire Fish
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Mother Hen
ListenBook has given me the gift of time – turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Whip Chu
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Snow Cream
Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Night Train
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. With this app, reading is no longer a task – it's a delightful habit. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy.
Genghis Glyph
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. 📚👏 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Universe Bullet
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Bleachers
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King Bass
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Cosmo
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have!
Freak
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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