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.
Darth 44
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. 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!
CosPlatoon
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! Audiobooks made simple – this app's functionality is a breath of fresh air.
Bad Princess
I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. 👩🍳 Cooking up a storm while enjoying thrilling stories – this app adds flavor to my meals! 🍳🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
Alias Stick
Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Sir Squire
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. 🎉 This app has turned my errands into exciting quests – I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! 🛒📖 Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
Goatee Shield
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. No more hassle with formats – this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧
Bat Magenta
📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it! Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Heaven Sent
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible!
Serendipity
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Don Stab
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Friday Ferrari
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance – it's a must-have for any reader. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Peanut Butter Woman
The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. 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.
Snow Pharaoh
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine – it's a habit I cherish. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling.
Mule Skinner
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension.
Saturn Extreme
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Granola
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Acid Queen
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives.
Fist Wizard
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Teeder
This app has become my go-to for audiobooks, adding a layer of convenience and enjoyment to my days. 🌟 Making every moment count – this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! 📚💫
Candy Butcher
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
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