Book description
Two-time British Fantasy Award WinnerAstounding Award WinnerLambda Literary Award FinalistHugo Award FinalistLocus Award Finalist "Magnificent in every way."--Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange Tree "A dazzling new world of fate, war, love and betrayal."--Zen Cho, author of Black Water Sister She Who Became the Sun reimagines the rise to power of the Ming Dynasty's founding emperor. To possess the Mandate of Heaven, the female monk Zhu will do anything "I refuse to be nothing..." In a famine-stricken village on a dusty yellow plain, two children are given two fates. A boy, greatness. A girl, nothingness... In 1345, China lies under harsh Mongol rule. For the starving peasants of the Central Plains, greatness is something found only in stories. When the Zhu family's eighth-born son, Zhu Chongba, is given a fate of greatness, everyone is mystified as to how it will come to pass. The fate of nothingness received by the family's clever and capable second daughter, on the other hand, is only as expected. When a bandit attack orphans the two children, though, it is Zhu Chongba who succumbs to despair and dies. Desperate to escape her own fated death, the girl uses her brother's identity to enter a monastery as a young male novice. There, propelled by her burning desire to survive, Zhu learns she is capable of doing whatever it takes, no matter how callous, to stay hidden from her fate. After her sanctuary is destroyed for supporting the rebellion against Mongol rule, Zhu takes the chance to claim another future altogether: her brother's abandoned greatness.
Killer Curio
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Morbid Angel
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ChatterChampion
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Light Lion
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Vixen
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Heavenly Connection
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Sky Bully
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Lord Pistachio
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Criss Cross
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Teeder
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
HOV
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Shooter
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Metal Lady
I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
Napoleonic Haze
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators β they add a unique charm to each book. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
Springheel Jack
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
Fire Feline
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Pepper Prada
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Stacker of Wheat
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All Natural
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful!
QuestQuill
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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