Book description
Step into the chilling silence of a plane that shouldn't exist. Stephen King's One Past Midnight: The Langoliers isn't just a story-it's an 8-hour descent into pure, unfiltered dread, perfectly crafted for audio. Forget reading; feel it. As the jet touches down in Boston, only 11 passengers remain awake, stepping into a world frozen in time, where every shadow whispers of the past. The silence isn't empty; it's alive with the weight of what's missing.
This audiobook masterpiece shines because it's meant to be heard. King's razor-sharp dialogue crackles through the narration-each character's fear, suspicion, and fragile hope landing with visceral impact. You don't just hear the Langoliers' chilling whispers; you feel them vibrate in your bones. The pacing is deliberate, letting dread build like fog rolling over an abandoned city. Those 8 hours aren't long; they're the perfect length to sink deeper into the terror, where every creak of the empty airport, every flickering light, becomes a personal threat.
What makes this audio experience transformative? It's the absence of visuals. King's genius lies in the unseen-the dread of a world that shouldn't be, and the terror of being the only ones who remember it. Your imagination fills the gaps, making every sound in the narration feel like it's happening right now, in your own space. The narrator's voice-steady, tense, utterly human-becomes your anchor in the chaos, guiding you through moments that will haunt your next quiet drive home.
This isn't just a Stephen King story; it's a masterclass in suspense audio. It's the sound of your heart pounding in a dead world. If you've ever felt the primal fear of being utterly alone in a place that should be safe, this is your moment. Don't just read about time slipping away-live it. Press play, turn down the lights, and let the Langoliers take you. Your next sleepless night might just be worth it.
Engine Eye
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FearLeSS
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Bat Magenta
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Mule Lock
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PixelPathfinder
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Dorothy Solitaire
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Solitaire
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Skylark
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Old Regret
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Dr. Cocktail
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WittyWordsmith
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Lucifurious
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QuantumQuill
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WanderWord
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Short Firecracker
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Blister
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RealmRanger
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9Lives
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Whistler
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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