Book description
‘SUFFUSED WITH JOY’ Guardian, ‘PROPHETIC’ Daily Mail, ‘BEAUTIFUL’ Scotsman, ‘IMMERSIVE’ IMAGEPerched on a hill above a village by the sea, the high house has a mill, a vegetable garden and a barn full of supplies.Caro and her younger half-brother, Pauly, arrive there one day to find it cared for by Grandy and his granddaughter, Sally. Not quite a family, they learn to live together, and care for one another.But there are limits even to what the ailing Grandy knows about how to survive, and, if the storm comes, it might not be enough.‘Deeply moving … so grounded in reality and the ordinariness of the lives of this disparate group, that I had to read parts of it through my fingers’ Good Housekeeping Books of the Year
Feral Cookie
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Canine Hannibal
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Kill Switch
This app's efficient downloading process ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks whenever and wherever. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. 👩🍳 Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales – cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! 🍳🎧 Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight.
Disco Thunder
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories.
Sexual Chocolate
The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Marine Dre
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Dredd
🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖 ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Demolition Queen
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 💡 This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts – it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. 📚🎧 ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
Bom Crossed
Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Whip Chu
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧
Lightweight
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Killah Goose
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! 🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖 Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Impulse
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! 📱🎧
Peanut Butter Woman
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Granola
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
ButterQuest
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. 🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories.
Silver Rose
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. 🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Mental
Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings.
Indigo Red
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Electric Player
ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
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