Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A GLOBE AND MAIL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A REAL SIMPLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the author of Norwegian Wood and Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World comes a love story, a quest, an ode to books and to the libraries that house them, and a parable for our peculiar times."Haruki Murakami invented 21st-century fiction." -The New York Times "More than any author since Kafka, Murakami appreciates the genuine strangeness of our real world." -San Francisco Chronicle "Murakami is masterful." -Los Angeles TimesWe begin with a nameless young couple: a boy and a girl, teenagers in love. One day, she disappears . . . and her absence haunts him for the rest of his life.Thus begins a search for this lost love that takes the man into middle age and on a journey between the real world and an other world - a mysterious, perhaps imaginary, walled town where unicorns roam, where a Gatekeeper determines who can enter and who must remain behind, and where shadows become untethered from their selves. Listening to his own dreams and premonitions, the man leaves his life in Tokyo behind and ventures to a small mountain town, where he becomes the head librarian, only to learn the mysterious circumstances surrounding the gentleman who had the job before him. As the seasons pass and the man grows more uncertain about the porous boundaries between these two worlds, he meets a strange young boy who helps him to see what he's been missing all along.The City and Its Uncertain Walls is a singular and towering achievement by one of modern literature's most important writers. "Truth is not found in fixed stillness, but in ceaseless change/movement. Isn't this the quintessential core of what stories are all about?" -Haruki Murakami, from the afterword
High Beam
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QuantumQuill
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Doll Champagne
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it!
RealmRanger
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CommandX
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Athena Star
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Trixie
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RiddleRanger
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High-Fructose
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Bad Badminton
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling.
Sweet Bacon
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Miss Lucky
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Street Squirrel
ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Pixie Taze
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EchoEmissary
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Stickers
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
Zod
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Woodland Beauty
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
VileHero
The sound quality is outstanding – it's like having a movie theater in my ears! Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Duchess
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
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