Book description
New York Times BestsellerFrom Neal Stephenson--who coined the term "metaverse" in his 1992 novel Snow Crash--comes a sweeping, prescient new thriller that transports readers to a near-future world in which the greenhouse effect has inexorably resulted in a whirling-dervish troposphere of superstorms, rising sea levels, global flooding, merciless heat waves, and virulent, deadly pandemics."Stephenson is one of speculative fiction's most meticulous architects. . . . Termination Shock manages to pull off a rare trick, at once wildly imaginative and grounded." -- New York Times Book ReviewOne man--visionary billionaire restaurant chain magnate T. R. Schmidt, Ph.D.--has a Big Idea for reversing global warming, a master plan perhaps best described as "elemental." But will it work? And just as important, what are the consequences for the planet and all of humanity should it be applied?Ranging from the Texas heartland to the Dutch royal palace in the Hague, from the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sunbaked Chihuahuan Desert, Termination Shock brings together a disparate group of characters from different cultures and continents who grapple with the real-life repercussions of global warming. Ultimately, it asks the question: Might the cure be worse than the disease?Epic in scope while heartbreakingly human in perspective, Termination Shock sounds a clarion alarm, ponders potential solutions and dire risks, and wraps it all together in an exhilarating, witty, mind-expanding speculative adventure.
Snake Eyes
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Texas Butterfly
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
DreamWeaver
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Ba1t
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Jelly Camber
Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. ππ§ ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Wild Kitten
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. ππ Road trips have never been this entertaining β this app keeps me engaged on the highway! ππ The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference.
Baked ZD
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Pecan Oblivion
π Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner β this app adds flavor to every meal! π²π CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Nutmeg
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Ladysmith
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Bourbon Mirage
I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience exceptional. Its intuitive interface and diverse compatibility are a true game-changer. π±π§ I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Yellow Menace
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JigKraken
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Venom Charms
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design β it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend! My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Don Stab
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ManBreaker
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need.
Buckshot
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Daffy Neo
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Ship Whip
Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes β options galore to suit everyone's preferences. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
TeederSmartie
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
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