Book description
Winner of the Shirley Jackson Award for Best Novel - Winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Horror Novel - A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick!From Catriona Ward, author of The Last House on Needless Street, comes a heart-pounding tale of faith and family, with a devastating twist "A great day is upon us. He is coming. The world will be washed away." On the wind-battered isle of Altnaharra, off the wildest coast of Scotland, a clan prepares to bring about the end of the world and its imminent rebirth. The Adder is coming and one of their number will inherit its powers. They all want the honor, but young Eve is willing to do anything for the distinction. A reckoning beyond Eve's imagination begins when Chief Inspector Black arrives to investigate a brutal murder and their sacred ceremony goes terribly wrong. And soon all the secrets of Altnaharra will be uncovered.
SereneScribe
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Dove Dolce
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Wooden Man
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Airport Hobo
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Gingersnap Woman
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Barbwire
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Snake Eyes
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SprkR
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3D Waffle
This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Swing Setter
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Scuffs
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple.
Fire Bite
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Pixie Taze
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Call Back Queen
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. 📚👌 The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. 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.
RedFisher
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DreamDiver
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WittyWordsmith
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go.
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