Book description
David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas meets Octavia Butler's Earthseed series, as acclaimed author Monica Byrne (The Girl in the Road) crafts an unforgettable piece of speculative fiction about where humanity came from, where we are now, and where we're going--and how, in every age, the same forces that drive us apart also bind us together."A stone-cold masterpiece."--New ScientistThe Actual Star takes readers on a journey over two millennia and six continents--telling three powerful tales a thousand years apart, all of them converging in the same cave in the Belizean jungle.Braided together are the stories of a pair of teenage twins who ascend the throne of a Maya kingdom; a young American woman on a trip of self-discovery in Belize; and two dangerous charismatics vying for the leadership of a new religion, racing toward a confrontation that will determine the fate of the few humans left on Earth after massive climate change.In each era, a reincarnated trinity of souls navigates the entanglements of tradition and progress, sister and stranger, and love and hate--until all of their age-old questions about the nature of existence converge deep underground, where only in complete darkness can they truly see.
Plum Moon
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design – it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Bae
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections – I'm discovering hidden gems! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. I’ll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Miss Mustard
I'm hooked on ListenBook's silky-smooth playback, making my audio sessions truly enjoyable. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive – smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind.
Opulent Gamer
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨
Eerie Mizzen
Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Tall Sally
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Pepper Prada
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Moon Solitaire
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. 📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
The Happy Jock
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use.
Dahlia Bumble
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Flame OUT
ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true standout.
Squatch
With this app, reading is no longer a task – it's a delightful habit. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Vortex
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Firefly
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Heavenly Connection
This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Burst Nibbler
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Biscuit Meg
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3P-own
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience.
LunaStar
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh.
Flyswat Briggs
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite 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