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.
Nutmeg Riot
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
Jack Cassidy
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Taffy Duchess
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. ⭐️ Loving the fact that I can learn and listen at the same time – multitasking made easy! 🧠🎧
Feline Devil
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Midnight Bat
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. 🏝️ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side – beach days just got better! 🏖️📖 Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
Sand Whiskers
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Hermopolis
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
PixelPioneer
ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Iron Butterfly
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again – but in a modern, convenient way. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Flame OUT
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
Jelly Momentum
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Nola
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. 🌟 Making every moment count – this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! 📚💫 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Chip Queen
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks.
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Twinkle
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LuminaLore
Unlocking a world of literary possibilities, this app's extensive compatibility and user-friendly controls have made audiobook enjoyment an everyday joy. 📱🔊 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
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This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Tin Fox
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. 🎶📚 Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling – audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. 🎧🏠 With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything!
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The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
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