Book description
I was already hooked the moment the narrator's voice slid in, low and crisp, like a fresh cup of coffee in a quiet, sunlit kitchen. He pulls the story out of the future, from a world where every choice is a line in an algorithm and every decision is already made for you. The hum of machines, the faint scent of recycled plastic, the metallic clatter of a city that never sleeps - you can almost taste the chrome in the air.
The world is called QualityLand, the best country on Earth, and yet the best things feel the most hollow. Here, a universal ranking system clutches every citizen's life. Your job, your status, even your dreams are quantified. The narrator's cadence makes you feel the weight of those numbers pressing down on you, like a concrete slab over a soft, hidden heart. Then, there's the matchmaking service, a kind of invisible cupid that stitches lovers together and untangles them with the same ease. You can hear the soft click of a match made and the sigh of a breakup, almost like the gentle whir of a spinning wheel.
Then comes the most potent company in the world: TheShop. The narrator's voice softens, and you can hear the whisper of its predictive algorithms as they anticipate your desires before you even know them. Delivery drones buzz overhead, dropping packages like rain, each one already wrapped in a bubble of your future needs. The feeling is almost electric, a buzz under your skin that you can almost feel in the skin of your ears.
The story centers on Peter Jobless, a machine scrapper who is a ghost among the gears. He can't bring himself to destroy the imperfect machines that come his way; their whirring hearts echo his own indecision. The narrator's tone turns sympathetic as he describes Peter's quiet rebellion, his secret community of robotic misfits hidden beneath his apartment and in the factory's shadows. Peter receives a package from TheShop that he knows, with certainty, he does not want. The decision to return it feels like pulling a weight from his chest. The narrator's breath slows, and you can feel the pulse of that choice, a single heartbeat against a drum of algorithmic certainty.
And that is where the story shatters. Peter's act, small as it is, calls the flawless algorithm of TheShop into question, and with it, the very foundation of QualityLand. The narrator's voice swells with the stakes, the city's hum turning into a low, ominous hum that vibrates through your bones. It is a moment that feels both like a quiet whisper and a thunderclap, a reminder that even in a perfectly ranked world, a human heart can still refuse to be calculated.
What I love most about this audiobook is how the narrator paints the future with sensory detail - the metallic taste of cold chrome, the electric hum of drones, the feel of paper in your fingers as you flip through a ranking list. He turns the abstract into something tangible, something you can almost touch. It's a story about choice, about the weight of a single decision in a society that prefers certainty over uncertainty. If you crave a narrative that feels both distant and immediate, that makes you think about the value of your own choices, this is the listening experience for you.
Noisy Girl
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Pluto
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Roadblock
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls – it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient!
Twinkle Cutlass
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Duchess
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Winded On Friday
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Gullyway
The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
Babe
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Loot
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
StorySculptor
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
Third Moon
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Mindless Bobcat
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StarStrider
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Third Moon
This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. 📱 Unlocking the world of literature with just a tap – this app is my digital library card! 📚📱 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!
Breezy Mustang
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Lord Theus
ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
ShadowFax
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Poptart AK47
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature.
Kitchen
Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Phoenix Sparrow
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
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