Book description
When the first whisper of Vanessa's voice fills your ear, you're pulled into a room you never left. This isn't just a story-it's the sound of a life measured in stolen moments, whispered confessions, and the slow poison that tasted like honey. The audiobook masterfully breathes life into Kate Elizabeth Russell's devastating debut, where every pause, every tremor in the narrator's voice, carries the weight of a truth long buried.
Vanessa's 2000 self speaks in honeyed tones-fifteen, bright, craving the world's edges. Her teacher, Jacob, is a storm wrapped in calm, his words a spell. You hear the ache in her voice as she recalls the first time his hand brushed hers, the way the world narrowed to just him and the heat between them. But then 2017 arrives, sharp and unrelenting: a former student accuses Jacob, and Vanessa's past explodes into her present. The audiobook's genius lies in how it mirrors this fracture-her younger self's voice, laced with longing, collides with the older woman's raw, trembling disbelief. You feel the duality in the cadence: the breathless rush of first love, then the suffocating silence of reckoning.
The narrator doesn't just tell you Vanessa's story; they make you lean closer, as if hearing a secret meant only for your ear. When Vanessa questions herself-Was it love? Or was it the only thing she knew how to be?-the words hang in the air, heavy and unresolved. The audiobook's rhythm mirrors the novel's tension: short, urgent phrases for the past's fevered intensity, slower, fractured sentences for the present's unraveling. You hear the fear in her voice when she says, I loved him, and the horror that follows, sharp as glass.
This isn't just a novel about abuse-it's a symphony of what happens when love and violation blur into one. Russell doesn't offer easy answers. She asks what happens when the man who taught you to feel your own power becomes the source of your deepest shame. The audiobook's intimacy makes this impossible to ignore. You're not just listening; you're standing in that room with Vanessa, feeling the floor tilt as everything you believed cracks open.
It's the sound of our times-raw, necessary, and utterly unforgettable. You'll hear it long after the final word fades: the echo of a girl who loved, and the woman who had to learn how to stop. What did she love? And what did she lose? The answer lingers, not in a shout, but in the quiet space between one breath and the next. This is how a story becomes a reckoning.
Dredd
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Riff Raff
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Brick Mooch
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Pixie Taze
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Lewd Dice
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Cereal Killer
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Blister
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NexusNavigator
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Red Hot Kevorkian
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Slint FUBAR
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Sneaky Lady
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it!
Mr. Spy
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Mother Hen
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my daily dose of literary magic. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. ππ§
WeldMaster
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RiddleRanger
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub.
InsightfulInk
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Manimal
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Iβm 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!
Mum Mary
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. No more fussing with synchronization β this app just gets it done! Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features.
Babe
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Savoring stories has never been this smooth β this app's functionality is genius.
QuantumQuill
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream!
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