Book description
From the Booker Prize winner and bestselling author of Atonement--"a sharply intelligent novel of ideas" (The New York Times) that asks whether a machine can understand the human heart, or whether we are the ones who lack understanding. Set in an uncanny alternative 1982 London--where Britain has lost the Falklands War, Margaret Thatcher battles Tony Benn for power, and Alan Turing achieves a breakthrough in artificial intelligence--Machines Like Me powerfully portrays two lovers who will be tested beyond their understanding. Charlie, drifting through life and dodging full-time employment, is in love with Miranda, a bright student who lives with a terrible secret. When Charlie comes into money, he buys Adam, one of the first generation of synthetic humans. With Miranda's assistance, he codesigns Adam's personality. The near-perfect human that emerges is beautiful, strong, and smart--and a love triangle soon forms. Ian McEwan's subversive, gripping novel poses fundamental questions: What makes us human--our outward deeds or our inner lives? Could a machine understand the human heart? This provocative and thrilling tale warns against the power to invent things beyond our control. Don't miss Ian McEwan's new novel, Lessons, available now.
Demo Tequila
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. This app has reignited my love for literature in the most delightful way. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Miss Murder
I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Necessary Momentum
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener.
Honey
Audiobooks have become my escape from reality – a journey into captivating worlds. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
Woodland Beauty
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. No more hassle with formats – this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Polar Bee
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Trixie Doodle
🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! 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!
Vicious Street
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is top-notch. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Shadow Gal
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Airport Hobo
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. 👀📚 Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier – this app's soothing voices 😴🎧 Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
Lightening Trip
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
New Magoo
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story.
Frosty Snazz
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted.
Shimmy Shammy
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
Crossing Guard
ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. It's reliable, versatile, and a pleasure to use. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Moon Laser
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
MicroStar
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature.
Abyss Tamer
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Mafia Princess
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution!
Copilot
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
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