Book description
Let me tell you about this audiobook - The Green Mile by Stephen King. Honestly, it's the kind of story that sneaks up on you, wraps around your heart, and doesn't let go. You don't just listen to it; you feel it in your bones, especially when you're hearing it narrated. The voice of the narrator (I'm thinking of the audiobook version, not the movie) just gets it - that quiet, weary voice of Paul Edgecombe, the prison guard who's seen it all but still gets knocked sideways by the truth.
You're dropped right into Cold Mountain Penitentiary, that gritty, lonely place where the Green Mile (the corridor to the electric chair, "Old Sparky") feels like its own world. You meet killers like Billy the Kid Wharton and the broken Eduard Delacroix, but then... John Coffey walks in. A giant of a man, quiet, with eyes that hold something way deeper than just a murderer. Is he a monster? Or something else entirely? King never tells you straight up - he makes you feel the tension, the doubt, the sheer weight of what might be happening right there in that cellblock.
The best part? The audiobook version makes the whole thing feel intimate, like Paul's telling you this story late at night, whispering secrets. You hear the creak of the floorboards, the distant shouts down the hall, the way Coffey's voice sounds when he speaks - it's not just words on a page, it's lived. You'll get chills during those quiet moments, when the story leans into its mystery, and you'll laugh at Paul's dry humor when he's trying to keep his sanity. And that ending? Yeah, it'll hit you right in the gut. Not a tear-jerker, but a slow, deep ache that stays with you long after you've hit stop.
It's not just a story about death row; it's about what it means to be human when the world feels broken. The audiobook makes it feel real, raw, and utterly unforgettable. If you've never heard it as an audiobook? You're missing out on something special. Trust me - you'll be grabbing for the headphones again before you know it. Just... maybe have a tissue ready.
Blink
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Taffy Duchess
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Mad Robin
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EchoExplorer
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PixelPathfinder
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Flashpoint
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MindfulMingle
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Wildcat Appaloosa
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Alpha
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Sexual Chocolate
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Easy Sweep
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Lady Katniss
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Con Mammoth
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Silver Agent
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Oblivion
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Dream Killer
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream โ simple and efficient. Audiobooks made convenient โ this app's functionality is impressive. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Mr. Wholesome
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
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The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. ๐โจ
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