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.
Rink Ruler
Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Jack Cassidy
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle – I can enjoy books while doing chores! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
NexusNomad
Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Gumby Train
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Red Delicious
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Station WMD
I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Whip Chu
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Tough Nut
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it!
ShadowDancer
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you!
Handsome
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Ember Master
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in!
LuminaLore
🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
Hemingway Mirmillone
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration.
Gingersnap Woman
User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
DreamDiver
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. 💼 Making every minute count – this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. 📱📖 Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift.
Jade Fox
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience exceptional. Its intuitive interface and diverse compatibility are a true game-changer. 📱🎧 Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. 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!
Santa's Little Helper
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional.
Biscuit Meg
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. 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.
Moon Peaches
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats – it's a true lifesaver. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Petite Flurry
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
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