Book description
A princess isn't supposed to fall for an evil sorceress. But in this "bewitching and fascinating" (Tamora Pierce) retelling of "Sleeping Beauty," true love is more than a simple fairy tale. "Walter's spellbinding debut is for all the queer girls and women who've been told to keep their gifts hidden and for those yearning to defy gravity."--O: The Oprah Magazine Once upon a time, there was a wicked fairy who, in an act of vengeance, cursed a line of princesses to die. A curse that could only be broken by true love's kiss. You've heard this before, haven't you? The handsome prince. The happily ever after. Utter nonsense. Let me tell you, no one in Briar actually cares about what happens to its princesses. Not the way they care about their jewels and elaborate parties and charm-granting elixirs. I thought I didn't care, either. Until I met her. Princess Aurora. The last heir to Briar's throne. Kind. Gracious. The future queen her realm needs. One who isn't bothered that I am Alyce, the Dark Grace, abhorred and feared for the mysterious dark magic that runs in my veins. Humiliated and shamed by the same nobles who pay me to bottle hexes and then brand me a monster. Aurora says I should be proud of my gifts. That she . . . cares for me. Even though a power like mine was responsible for her curse. But with less than a year until that curse will kill her, any future I might see with Aurora is swiftly disintegrating--and she can't stand to kiss yet another insipid prince. I want to help her. If my power began her curse, perhaps it's what can lift it. Perhaps together we could forge a new world. Nonsense again. Because we all know how this story ends, don't we? Aurora is the beautiful princess. And I-- I am the villain. Book One of the Malice Duology
Friday Ferrari
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests.
3D Waffle
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RedFisher
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Hoover Spark
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Golden Cougar
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Renegade Slugger
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LuminaLore
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Daisy Stick
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Elektrik
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Boost
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Princess Dove
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SkyGod
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Brick Mooch
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Brick Mooch
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§
ButterQuest
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience.
ChatterChampion
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Ship Whip
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Automatic Slicer
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Audiobook pleasure without the fuss β this app's functionality is top-notch. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze.
Sepukku
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Doll Champagne
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
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