Book description
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER "A rare treat for readers. I loved this book!"--Matthew Sullivan, author of Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore"Who doesn't love a mystery involving rare books and bad librarians?" --Karen Joy Fowler, New York Times bestselling authorAnxious People meets the delights of bookish fiction in a stunning debut following a librarian whose quiet life is turned upside down when a priceless manuscript goes missing. Soon she has to ask: what holds more secrets in the library--the ancient books shelved in the stacks, or the people who preserve them?Liesl Weiss long ago learned to be content working behind the scenes in the distinguished rare books department of a large university, managing details and working behind the scenes to make the head of the department look good. But when her boss has a stroke and she's left to run things, she discovers that the library's most prized manuscript is missing.Liesl tries to sound the alarm and inform the police about the missing priceless book, but is told repeatedly to keep quiet, to keep the doors open and the donors happy. But then a librarian unexpectedly stops showing up to work. Liesl must investigate both disappearances, unspooling her colleagues' pasts like the threads of a rare book binding as it becomes clear that someone in the department must be responsible for the theft. What Liesl discovers about the dusty manuscripts she has worked among for so long--and about the people who care for and revere them--shakes the very foundation on which she has built her life.The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections is a sparkling book-club read about a woman struggling to step out from behind the shadows of powerful and unreliable men, and reveals the dark edge of obsession running through the most devoted bookworms.
Tin Fox
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Blink
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Hyper Kong
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Venious
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Suicide Jockey
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures. Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Low Voltage
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Ozzie Treat
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
RiddleRanger
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Black Hole Necromancer
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Subzero Taffy
π± My pocket-sized library β this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! ππ± Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
FRMhndshk
Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Phoenix Tetra
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Dr. WMD
No more hassle with formats β this app ensures my audiobook adventures are smooth, and my favorite tales are just a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
ByteBard
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Red Pepper
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Pixie Soldier
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Celtic Charger
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Shy Warrior
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Burn
Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. The app's compatibility with CarPlay has made my road trips so much more enjoyable. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily.
IdeaAlchemy
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
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