Book description
"A beautiful book about family, memories, and the power of stories." --BuzzFeed"Mystical, masterful storytelling." --Ms. MagazineFrom International Latino Book Award-winning author Ann Dávila Cardinal comes a gorgeously written family saga about a Puerto Rican woman who finds herself gifted (or cursed?) with a strange ability.There was always an old woman dying in the back room of her family's house when Isla was a child...Isla Larsen Sanchez's life begins to unravel when her father passes away. Instead of being comforted at home in New Jersey, her mother starts leaving her in Puerto Rico with her grandmother and great-aunt each summer like a piece of forgotten luggage.When Isla turns eighteen, her grandmother, a great storyteller, dies. It is then that Isla discovers she has a gift passed down through her family's cuentistas. The tales of dead family storytellers are brought back to life, replaying themselves over and over in front of her.At first, Isla is enchanted by this connection to the Sanchez cuentistas. But when Isla has a vision of an old murder mystery, she realizes that if she can't solve it to make the loop end, these seemingly harmless stories could cost Isla her life.BuzzFeed's 20 Highly Anticipated Thrillers of 2022BookRiot's 15 Best New Mystery Books of 2022Goodreads' Books to Read for Hispanic Heritage MonthApartment Therapy's One Book to Read in October 2022Paste Magazine's Best New Fantasy Books of October 2022BuzzFeed's Best New Books of October 2022BookRiot's Best New Mysteries, Thrillers, and True Crime of October 2022CrimeReads' Most Anticipated Books of Fall 2022The Nerd Daily's Most Anticipated Book ReleasesSheReads' Best Sci-Fi & Fantasy Books Coming In 2022Hasty Book List's Best Books of October
LoreLoomer
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
DragonBlood
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1st Degree
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Bazooka Har-de-har
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Shay
Audiobook immersion made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around.
Petite Flurry
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S’more Vixen
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Spit Turanga
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SprkR
If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Daisy Stick
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Red Heroine
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Blinker
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The Beekeeper
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Spider Fuji
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. 💪 Flexing my reading muscles with this app's easy-to-use controls – I'm devouring books while managing my busy schedule. 💼📚
Pixie
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Toy Peep
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day.
Dance Bloom
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Lskeee
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Mr. Lucky
I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. Seamless integration of audiobooks – this app's ease of use is impressive. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
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