Book description
Okay, so I just finished listening to Pantomime and wow - this audiobook completely swept me away!
The story follows Gene, who's basically living this privileged life but hiding this huge secret - she's intersex in a world where that kind of thing could get her in serious trouble. When her magical abilities start showing up (and apparently they're connected to some ancient, forgotten race), things go from bad to worse. Her parents basically sell her out, so she does the only thing that makes sense - ditches everything and runs away to join the circus.
Here's where it gets really good. Gene reinvents herself as Micah Grey and becomes an aerialist, which sounds absolutely magical to listen to. The narrator does such an amazing job bringing that sense of freedom and flight to life. But (and you knew there was a but coming, right?), the circus isn't all glitter and wonder. There's definitely some dark stuff going on, and Micah keeps getting these visions about some ancient storm that's literally waking up from the past.
What really hooked me was how fresh the whole intersex protagonist thing felt. I don't think I've ever encountered a character quite like Gene/Micah before, and the way L.R. Lam handles it feels respectful and genuine. Plus, the world-building is fantastic - this lost civilization with their glowing glass relics is so intriguing.
The pacing kept me engaged throughout, and I found myself genuinely worried about what was going to happen to Micah. There's political intrigue, family betrayal, found family dynamics, and just enough mystery to keep you guessing.
Definitely worth a listen if you're into fantasy that's a little different from the usual fare. I'm already curious about the rest of the series!
Killer Curio
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met.
Heavenly Connection
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All Natural
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Earl of Arms
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Skylark
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Honey
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Greek Rifle
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DZE
I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Mental
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. Audiobooks have never been this engaging β this app takes them to the next level. Audiobook excellence simplified β this app's functionality is a true delight. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
Snow Cream
Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Nola
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. I'm amazed at how this app has seamlessly integrated reading into my daily rhythm. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
SpellTansy
Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Subzero Taffy
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Sky Bully
The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
QuestQuill
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
Darth 44
I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Zorkle Sporkle
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions.
Mother Hen
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream β simple and efficient. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Sylvester Eye
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Shadow Bishop
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch.
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