Book description
A dazzling gothic tale of Faustian bargains, jealousy, and murder set in a spectacular circus, where star-crossed lovers' destinies are forged at an unexpected price--perfect for readers of V. E. Schwabβ's The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. In Victorian London, where traveling sideshows are the very pinnacle of entertainment, there is no more coveted ticket than Ashe and Pretorius' Carnivale of Curiosities. Each performance is a limited engagement, and London's elite boldly dare the dangerous streets of Southwark to witness the Carnivale's astounding assemblage of marvels. For a select few, however, the real show begins behind the curtain. Rumors abound that the show's proprietor, Aurelius Ashe, is more than an average magician. It's said that for the right price, he can make any wish come true. No one knows the truth of this claim better than Lucien the Lucifer, the Carnivale's star attraction. Born with the ability to create fire, he's dazzled spectators since he was a boy. When Odilon Rose, one of the most notorious men in London, comes calling with a proposition regarding his young and beautiful charge, Charlotte, Ashe is tempted to refuse. After revealing, however, that Rose holds a secret that threatens the security of the troupe's most vulnerable members, Ashe has no choice but to sign an insidious contract. The stakes grow higher as Lucien finds himself drawn to Charlotte and her to him, an attraction that spurs a perilous course of events. Grave secrets, recovered horrors, and what it means to be family come to a head in this vividly imagined spectacle--with the lives of all those involved suspended in the balance.
Ex0tic
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IceDog
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Burst Nibbler
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression. 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.
Petite Flurry
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Good William
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Runway Darling
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ThoughtTracer
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Sherwood Gladiator
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DZE
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Pluto
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Mammoth 2
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Don Stab
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Slow Trot
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EchoEmissary
ListenBook has made my daily walks so much more enjoyable. I'm always learning now! ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Alias Stick
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
Princess Dove
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Raid Bucker
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
Gunhawk
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Heartbreaker
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Plum Moon
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
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