Book description
A National Bestseller A USA TODAY Bestseller A New York Times Editors' Choice A Goodreads Choice Award Finalist Named a Best Book of the Year by The Washington Post, Good Housekeeping, Electric Literature, Tor, and Literary Hub From the critically acclaimed author of Bunny comes a "Grimm Brothers fairy tale for the modern age" (Good Housekeeping) and "darkly funny horror novel" (NYLON) about a lonely young woman who's drawn to a cult-like spa in the wake of her mother's mysterious death. "Surreal, scary and deeply moving-like all the best fairy tales" (People). A Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by Time, Vogue, The Guardian, Goodreads, Bustle, The Millions, LitHub, Tor, Good Housekeeping, and more!For as long as she can remember, Belle has been insidiously obsessed with her skin and skincare videos. When her estranged mother Noelle mysteriously dies, Belle finds herself back in Southern California, dealing with her mother's considerable debts and grappling with lingering questions about her death. The stakes escalate when a strange woman in red appears at the funeral, offering a tantalizing clue about her mother's demise, followed by a cryptic video about a transformative spa experience. With the help of a pair of red shoes, Belle is lured into the barbed embrace of La Maison de Méduse, the same lavish, culty spa to which her mother was devoted. There, Belle discovers the frightening secret behind her (and her mother's) obsession with the mirror-and the great shimmering depths (and demons) that lurk on the other side of the glass. Snow White meets Eyes Wide Shut in this surreal descent into the dark side of beauty, envy, grief, and the complicated love between mothers and daughters. With black humor and seductive horror, Rouge explores the cult-like nature of the beauty industry-as well as the danger of internalizing its pitiless gaze. Brimming with California sunshine and blood-red rose petals, Rouge holds up a warped mirror to our relationship with mortality, our collective fixation with the surface, and the wondrous, deep longing that might lie beneath.
Tall Sally
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience so effortless. From downloading to playback, it's a true companion for book lovers. 📚💫 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Athena Star
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Poptart AK47
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Charms
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Dallas Foxface
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Jungle King
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Eight Patrol
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
Miss Rum Punch
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Screwtape
is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Airport Hobo
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. 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!
StormCake
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Palomino
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure.
Gro
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Delirium
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Cool Whip
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's a convenient habit. Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Dream Killer
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Microwave
I'm no longer missing out on great stories – this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach.
Darkside Isis
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Domino
Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Little Drunk Girl
Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
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