Book description
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE 2022 JOYCE CAROL OATES PRIZE FINALIST FOR THE 2021 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION One of Barack Obama's Favorite Books of 2021 Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, TIME, NPR, The Financial Times, Good Housekeeping, Esquire, Vulture, Marie Claire, Vox, The Los Angeles Times, USA Today and more!"A relentless exhibition of Groff's freakish talent. In just over 250 pages, she gives us a character study to rival Hilary Mantel's Thomas Cromwell ." - USA Today "An electric reimagining . . . feminist, sensual . . . unforgettable." - O, The Oprah Magazine "Thrilling and heartbreaking." -Time Magazine "[A] page-by-page pleasure as we soar with her." -New York TimesOne of our best American writers, and author of the highly anticipated THE VASTER WILDS, Lauren Groff returns with this exhilarating and groundbreaking novelCast out of the royal court by Eleanor of Aquitaine, deemed too coarse and rough-hewn for marriage or courtly life, seventeen-year-old Marie de France is sent to England to be the new prioress of an impoverished abbey, its nuns on the brink of starvation and beset by disease. At first taken aback by the severity of her new life, Marie finds focus and love in collective life with her singular and mercurial sisters. In this crucible, Marie steadily supplants her desire for family, for her homeland, for the passions of her youth with something new to her: devotion to her sisters, and a conviction in her own divine visions. Marie, born the last in a long line of women warriors and crusaders, is determined to chart a bold new course for the women she now leads and protects. But in a world that is shifting and corroding in frightening ways, one that can never reconcile itself with her existence, will the sheer force of Marie's vision be bulwark enough? Equally alive to the sacred and the profane, Matrix gathers currents of violence, sensuality, and religious ecstasy in a mesmerizing portrait of consuming passion, aberrant faith, and a woman that history moves both through and around. Lauren Groff's new novel, her first since Fates and Furies, is a defiant and timely exploration of the raw power of female creativity in a corrupted world.
Granola Dove
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Phoenix Tetra
Audiobooks made delightful β this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Guncap Slingbad
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SunnySnap
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers!
Cinder Coffee
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. ππ On-the-go listening has never been smoother β this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. ππ 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.
Manimal
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Sultan of Speed
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a true marvel.
RawSkills
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Moon Peaches
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VisionVortex
π₯ Spicing up my routine with this app β it's like having a personal storyteller on hand at all times! β¨π The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
New York Winder
I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Little Cobra
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MrOnsTr
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Patton Digger
ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Yellow Menace
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
EchoEnigma
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Palomino
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
3P-own
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design β it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Spooky Electric
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth.
Vermilion
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
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