Book description
In this "timeless and original" sci-fi thriller (New York Times), a hardboiled baseball scout must solve the murder of his brother in a world transformed by body modification, perfect for readers of William Gibson and Max Barry. An Esquire Pick for the Top 50 Sci-Fi Books of All Time A New York Times Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Novel of 2021 "A breathlessly paced techno-thriller characterized by stunning, spiky worldbuilding." -- EsquireIn the future you can have any body you want--as long as you can afford it.But in a New York ravaged by climate change and repeat pandemics, Kobo is barely scraping by. He scouts the latest in gene-edited talent for Big Pharma-owned baseball teams, but his own cybernetics are a decade out of date and twin sister loan sharks are banging down his door. Things couldn't get much worse.Then his brother--Monsanto Mets slugger J.J. Zunz--is murdered at home plate.Determined to find the killer, Kobo plunges into a world of genetically modified CEOs, philosophical Neanderthals, and back-alley body modification, only to quickly find he's in a game far bigger and more corrupt than he imagined. To keep himself together while the world is falling apart, he'll have to navigate a time where both body and soul are sold to the highest bidder.Diamond-sharp and savagely wry, The Body Scout is a timely science fiction thriller debut set in an all-too-possible future."I devoured it." --Jonathan Lethem"Completely weird and still completely real. Delightful--I couldn't put it down."--Shea Serrano
Roller Turtle
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Heavenly Connection
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Baked ZD
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Ice
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Shadow Bishop
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Pockets
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Phoenix Sparrow
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Black Walnut
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Mr. Spy
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Dahlia Bumble
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer! CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Lucky Brandy
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Houston
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NoiseFire
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PixelPathfinder
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
DanimalDaze
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
DZE
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Steel Cut Toe
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Night Magnet
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QuestQuill
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is impressive. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Unleashed
With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless!
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