Book description
Un amanecer de 1945, un muchacho es conducido por su padre a un misterioso lugar oculto en el corazón de la ciudad vieja: el Cementerio de los Libros Olvidados. Allí encuentra La Sombra del Viento, un libro maldito que cambiará el rumbo de su vida y le arrastrará a un laberinto de intrigas y secretos enterrados en el alma oscura de la ciudad. Ambientada en la enigmática Barcelona de principios del siglo XX, este misterio literario mezcla técnicas de relato de intriga, de novela histórica y de comedia de costumbres, pero es, sobre todo, una tragedia histórica de amor cuyo eco se proyecta a través del tiempo. Con gran fuerza narrativa, el autor entrelaza tramas y enigmas a modo de muñecas rusas en un inolvidable relato sobre los secretos del corazón y el embrujo de los libros, manteniendo la intriga hasta la última página. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION Gabriel García Márquez meets Umberto Eco meets Jorge Luis Borges for a sprawling magic show.--The New York Times Book Review. -A New York Times Bestseller Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author's other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax's books in existence. Soon Daniel's seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona's darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love. " Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind. Really, you should."--Michael Dirda, The Washington Post Wonderous... masterful... The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero. --Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) One gorgeous read.--Stephen King
Roller Girl
📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
New York Mood
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NoiseFire
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Chew Chew
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Demand Chopper
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ReiGnZ
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Cream
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱
Mud Eye
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Bug Blitz
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Mad Robin
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. 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!
Midnight Bat
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout.
MindfulMingle
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized. 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!
D-Hog-Day
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. Audiobook adventures simplified – this app's functionality is a revelation. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Barbera Shift
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
Cricket
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended!
Dorothy Solitaire
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Gro
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. I can't believe how much more I'm able to read with the help of this app. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
QuantumQuipper
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧
Star Scratch
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime.
Hex Panther
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient – no more complicated processes. Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
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