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"Mesmerizing . . . a dark fairy tale of New York, full of magic and loss, myth and mystery, love and madness."--Marlon James, author of the Dark Star trilogy NOW AN APPLE TV+ SERIES STARRING LAKEITH STANFIELD - ONE OF TIME'S 100 BEST FANTASY BOOKS OF ALL TIME Winner of an American Book Award, a Locus Award for Best Horror Novel, a British Fantasy Award for Best Horror Novel, a World Fantasy Award for Best Novel - Nominated for a Shirley Jackson Award, an International Dublin Literary Award, a Mythopoeic Award for Literature When Apollo Kagwa's father disappeared, he left his son a box of books and strange recurring dreams. Now Apollo is a father himself--and as he and his wife, Emma, settle into their new lives as parents, exhaustion and anxiety start to take their toll. Apollo's old dreams return and Emma begins acting odd. At first Emma seems to be exhibiting signs of postpartum depression. But before Apollo can do anything to help, Emma commits a horrific act and vanishes. Thus begins Apollo's quest to find a wife and child who are nothing like he'd imagined. His odyssey takes him to a forgotten island, a graveyard full of secrets, a forest where immigrant legends still live, and finally back to a place he thought he had lost forever. NAMED ONE OF PASTE'S BEST HORROR BOOKS OF THE DECADE - NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times - USA Today - The New York Public Library - NPR - BuzzFeed - Kirkus Reviews - Book Riot "The thriller you won't be able to put down."--O: The Oprah Magazine "Intense, riveting . . . The story is a long, slow burn with a lingering sizzle."--Los Angeles Review of Books "A modern-day tale of terror rooted in ancient myth and folklore, brimming with magical revelation and emotional truth."--San Francisco Chronicle
Hairpin
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
RiddleRanger
As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Noh Noh
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily.
Uluru Walker
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Steel Heart
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Hairpin
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Night Train
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Hyper
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Bazooka Har-de-har
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. 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.
Silver Cup
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Dancing Madman
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Crazy Eights
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am.
MeeP
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection β it's a parenting win! I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day.
Lewd Dice
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Mental Prophet
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. π§ββοΈβ Unwinding with a cup of tea and a captivating audiobook β relaxation meets intellectual stimulation. π΅π Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a winner.
Mr. Spy
ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. 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.
Devine Melon
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. Savoring audiobooks without fuss β this app's design is impressive. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Snow Pharaoh
This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style.
Guncap Slingbad
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Sun Lemon
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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