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
Killer Merlot
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
RedFeet
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Sass Burst
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Poppin Loot
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
Roadblock
ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Backstreet
This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. 🎶📚 The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! 🎵🎧
Prez Dog
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives.
WonderWords
Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Scratch Man
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Steel Ginger
🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel.
Zorkle Sporkle
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. 💼 Workday blues? Not anymore – this app turns my office hours into reading time! 💻📖 Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel.
Twix Esses
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
Plum Moon
🎙️ Turning grocery shopping into a thrilling audiobook hunt – what a game-changer! 🛒📚 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking.
Miss Murder
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
Dallas Burn
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable.
Black Walnut
ListenBook's support for multiple download methods ensures I can always access my favorite content. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Troubled Chick
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. ListenBook has broadened my horizons by introducing me to a diverse range of audiobooks. It's a gateway to endless knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration.
Easy Street
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Titanium Ladybug
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
SereneScribe
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless.
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