Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - NOW A TNT ORIGINAL SERIES - "A first-rate tale of crime and punishment that will keep readers guessing until the final pages."--Entertainment Weekly "Caleb Carr's rich period thriller takes us back to the moment in history when the modern idea of the serial killer became available to us."--The Detroit News When The Alienist was first published in 1994, it was a major phenomenon, spending six months on the New York Times bestseller list, receiving critical acclaim, and selling millions of copies. This modern classic continues to be a touchstone of historical suspense fiction for readers everywhere. The year is 1896. The city is New York. Newspaper reporter John Schuyler Moore is summoned by his friend Dr. Laszlo Kreizler--a psychologist, or "alienist"--to view the horribly mutilated body of an adolescent boy abandoned on the unfinished Williamsburg Bridge. From there the two embark on a revolutionary effort in criminology: creating a psychological profile of the perpetrator based on the details of his crimes. Their dangerous quest takes them into the tortured past and twisted mind of a murderer who will kill again before their hunt is over. Fast-paced and riveting, infused with historical detail, The Alienist conjures up Gilded Age New York, with its tenements and mansions, corrupt cops and flamboyant gangsters, shining opera houses and seamy gin mills. It is an age in which questioning society's belief that all killers are born, not made, could have unexpected and fatal consequences. Praise for The Alienist "[A] delicious premise . . . Its settings and characterizations are much more sophisticated than the run-of-the-mill thrillers that line the shelves in bookstores."--The Washington Post Book World "Mesmerizing."--Detroit Free Press "The method of the hunt and the disparate team of hunters lift the tale beyond the level of a good thriller--way beyond. . . . A remarkable combination of historical novel and psychological thriller."--The Buffalo News "Engrossing."--Newsweek "Gripping, atmospheric . . . intelligent and entertaining."--USA Today "A high-spirited, charged-up and unfailingly smart thriller."--Los Angeles Times "Keeps readers turning pages well past their bedtime."--San Francisco Chronicle
Prez Dog
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
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Purity Catnip
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Genghis Glyph
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Sleepwalker
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Renegade Slugger
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch. The app is worth every penny. It’s packed with features and works flawlessly. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Apex
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Roadspike
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Spellbinder
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Chocolate Thunder
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Austin Shamrock
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Ozzie Treat
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RealmRanger
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Cowboy Booter
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer.
Lope Lope
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores – this app is a lifesaver! I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. Streamlining my audiobook journey – this app's design is top-notch. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless.
Leaf Assassin
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption – a fantastic way to measure my progress. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before.
JK Friend
🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
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