Book description
The FAYZ breathes its last gasp, and you hear it in the crackle of the audiobook's quiet. Not a roar, but a slow, suffocating sigh beneath the surface of Perdido Beach. Eight months since the adults vanished, the air still thick with hunger, lies, and the ghosts of battles fought. Yet here, in this fragile calm, the true horror stirs-silent, insidious, and utterly inescapable.
This isn't just a story told; it's a dread that settles in your bones, narrated with a voice that knows exactly how close the dark is. The whisper of the Darkness slipping into a mind, the frantic pulse of a fever spreading through the streets, the chilling buzz of predatory insects cutting through the night-each sound is rendered with terrifying intimacy. You don't just hear Sam's doubt; you feel it coil in your throat. You don't just learn of the illness; you taste its metallic tang on the air.
Michael Grant's prose, already razor-sharp, finds a new rhythm in audio. Short, staccato sentences mimic the frantic heartbeat of survival. Long, flowing lines dissolve into the eerie calm before the storm. The narrator doesn't shout the terror; they let it seep in, like the fever itself. You hear the tremor in Astrid's voice when she questions their path. You feel the weight of Diana's resolve as she stands against the tide. Caine's internal struggle isn't just described-it's a low hum beneath the words, a vibration in your chest.
What makes this audiobook truly sing is how it transforms the setting into a character. The wind through the empty streets isn't just background noise; it's the FAYZ itself, holding its breath. The distant, unnatural screech of the mutated insects isn't a sound effect-it's the world unraveling, felt in the silence between your own breaths. The quiet moments aren't empty; they're charged, thick with the unspoken fear that this calm is the calm before the final, desperate plunge.
You're not just following Sam, Astrid, Diana, and Caine through a nightmare. You're breathing the same thin, desperate air with them. The audiobook strips away the page, pulling you straight into the heart of the FAYZ, where every choice feels like the last, and every shadow might hold the Darkness waiting. It's not just the best way to experience Plague-it's the only way to feel its true, chilling weight. The dread isn't coming; it's already here, in your headphones, in your quiet, and it won't let go.
Betty Cricket
π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
Crossing Guard
πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. Iβve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers! The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Toolmaker
Effortlessly immersing in stories β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Boo
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
Teeder
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
NecroBull
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
The Belgian
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. πΆπ My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. π§πΆ πΆββοΈπ Walking my way through exciting narratives β this app makes exercise more fun! ποΈπ§
NecroBull
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true β no more hassles! I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! The app's compatibility with Apple Watch elevates my workouts, making them more engaging and productive.
Moon Radar
Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend! I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books.
MrOnsTr
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Efficiency and ease combined β this app is a must-have for book lovers. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a perfect match. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Fire Bite
I used to struggle to find time for books β now, I listen while doing chores! I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
CosPlatoon
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! π±π The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Insane SweepKick
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨ Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
Jester
User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Acid Gosling
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Audiobook excellence β this app's design enhances my reading experience. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds β this app's functionality is genius. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Iβm blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and Iβve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Digital Goddess
I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Uluru Walker
π Indulging in soothing bedtime stories β this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. ππ π‘ Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder β thank you, this app! π±π ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. Perfect for studying with its playback controls and audio filters. Excellent app!
Frenzy
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. ππ§ ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience.
SneakerKid
This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Raid Bucker
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. I can't get over how smooth the playback is. Even high-quality files play flawlessly. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
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