Book description
Alright, let me tell you about this gem from Seanan McGuire - and yes, I'm still glowing after listening to it.
Lost in the Moment and Found is pure magic wrapped in an audiobook package. I went in thinking it was just another portal fantasy, but wow, McGuire absolutely wrecked me in the best possible way.
The story follows Antsy, who works at this mystical shop where all lost things end up - your missing socks, forgotten toys, those headphones you swore you'd take care of this time. Sounds whimsical, right? Until you realize her father is among the lost things, and she's stuck in this liminal space between worlds.
What really got to me was how McGuire tackles the weight of growing up. This isn't just some adventure through magical doors - it's about that moment when you realize childhood can't be reclaimed, no matter how many portals you step through. The audiobook format really amplifies this bittersweet feeling, especially with the narrator's delivery.
The writing is quintessential McGuire: sharp, imaginative, and emotionally devastating. She builds this entire universe around the concept of lost things, and every minute of it feels necessary. The pacing is perfect for audio - you get these little moments of wonder mixed with genuine heartbreak.
Honestly, this might be my favorite in the Wayward Children series. It's accessible enough to work as a standalone, but it'll definitely make you want to revisit the earlier books. Just don't start it if you're not ready to sit through the whole thing in one go - I couldn't stop listening.
The audiobook production quality is excellent too, which helps when you're dealing with multiple world-hopping sequences. Trust me, add this to your queue.
Kickstart
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Solo Kill
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Romance Guppy
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Snow Cream
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Shadow Chaser
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. 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!
Accidental Genius
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LoreLoomer
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Reed Lady
I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Avenge Paws
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Miss Lucky
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Suicide Jockey
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FLAK Angel
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Tacklebox
Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Heartbreaker
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DriftDetector
Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Noh Noh
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Scarlet Mary
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Shy Warrior
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xFRST
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Dance Bloom
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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