Book description
Imagine a bookshop where ordinary shelves suddenly crack open into magic. That's the thrilling, immersive world of Gareth Brown's The Book of Doors, perfectly realized in its audiobook format. Cassie Andrews, a New York bookseller living a quiet life, finds her world shattered when a beloved customer dies-and leaves her a mysterious tome. This isn't just any book. It's the Book of Doors, promising that every door holds a universe, if you know how to open it.
The audiobook's brilliance lies in its sound. The narrator masterfully voices Cassie's shift from quiet routine to urgent adventure. You hear the rustle of pages, the weight of Cassie's grief, and the chilling menace of the shadowy antagonist hunting her. Drummond Fox, the enigmatic librarian with a Scottish brogue, feels utterly real-his voice layered with quiet desperation and ancient knowledge. The tension is palpable, especially during chase scenes where the audio design amplifies every footstep, every whispered threat.
Brown crafts a contemporary fantasy that feels fresh yet familiar, appealing to fans of The Midnight Library and The Night Circus. Cassie's journey-balancing her ordinary life with the extraordinary secret of the Book of Doors-is deeply relatable. Her bond with her roommate Izzy offers warmth against the growing danger. But the stakes are life-or-death: Drummond reveals a hidden library of powerful books, guarded by a select few. Now, Cassie holds the key to its location, making her a target for those who would exploit its magic, including a terrifyingly cruel woman determined to control it.
The audiobook elevates the text. You don't just read about Cassie's fear; you feel it through the narrator's subtle shifts in pace and tone. The magical moments-like the Book of Doors humming with energy-gain texture through sound. It's a sensory experience that makes the fantasy feel tangible. Drummond's explanations of the library's rules, delivered with quiet urgency, become gripping audiobook moments.
This isn't just a story about doors opening. It's about finding courage in the unknown, the power of connection (even with strangers like Drummond), and the quiet magic in everyday places. The audiobook makes you lean in, hearing the next door creak open, wondering what lies beyond. It's a perfect blend of wonder, suspense, and heart-a must-listen for anyone who loves stories where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, one door at a time. The magic isn't just in the words-it's in how the audiobook brings that magic to life, making you feel every step through the threshold.
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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