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.
Good William
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Count Eagle
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Silver Rose
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Prometheus
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King Panther
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RealmRanger
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Knight Light
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces.
Dance Bloom
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Winter Underdog
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧
Lord Nikon
ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. 🎉 Unveiling the joy of reading once again – this app is my gateway to literary wonders! 📚🔓 AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Twitch
ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Cabbie
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Foot-long Fry
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. 🚗📖 Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks – driving has never been this fun! 🚗🎧
High Beam
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres – there's something for everyone. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
MysticMingle
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true standout. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
CuriousCrafter
⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Santa's Little Helper
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
21st Street
Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Dredd
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight.
Keystone
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. 🌌🎧 A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
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