Book description
"Around these parts, the publication of a new George Dawes Green novel is an event. ... Green leans all the way into Southern Gothic, but the main grotesquerie is the city's history, built on the backs of enslaved people. His prose is languid, even luxurious, but at critical moments of suspense, he pares it back to ramp up the terror."--New York Times Book Review Savannah may appear to be "some town out of a fable," with its vine flowers, turreted mansions, and ghost tours that romanticize the city's history. But look deeper and you'll uncover secrets, past and present, that tell a more sinister tale. It's the story at the heart of George Dawes Green's chilling new novel, The Kingdoms of Savannah. It begins quietly on a balmy Southern night as some locals gather at Bo Peep's, one of the town's favorite watering holes. Within an hour, however, a man will be murdered and his companion will be "disappeared." An unlikely detective, Morgana Musgrove, doyenne of Savannah society, is called upon to unravel the mystery of these crimes. Morgana is an imperious, demanding, and conniving woman, whose four grown children are weary of her schemes. But one by one she inveigles them into helping with her investigation, and soon the family uncovers some terrifying truths--truths that will rock Savannah's power structure to its core. Moving from the homeless encampments that ring the city to the stately homes of Savannah's elite, Green's novel brilliantly depicts the underbelly of a city with a dark history and the strangely mesmerizing dysfunction of a complex family.
Rink Ruler
πββοΈπ Combining fitness and fiction β this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! πββοΈπ Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook!
HedgeH0g2
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
Houston
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations β it's like the app knows me! π Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories β thank you, this app! ππ
Kazami of Truth
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
Toxic-oxide
π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨ Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Sky Trinity
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. ππ§ The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Legacy
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. ππ§ Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Clover Rabbit
The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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!
New York Sixlet
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights β it's a true audio marvel. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Dr. Cocktail
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook's audiobook player is a true workhorse β chapters, controls, and filters are all seamlessly integrated. I can't imagine my life without this app β it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
360
πΆββοΈπ§ Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks β pure bliss! ποΈπ ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
Tin Fox
ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Unlocking a world of literary possibilities, this app's extensive compatibility and user-friendly controls have made audiobook enjoyment an everyday joy. π±π Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Miss Nova
I can't imagine my audio routine without ListenBook's seamless and user-friendly design. ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy.
ThreadTraveler
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. π± A world of books at my fingertips β this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. ππ± πΆπ The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! π΅π§ An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Red Woman
ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
BuzzBait
π Rekindling my love for reading β this app makes each day a new adventure! ππ Audiobooks made convenient β this app's functionality is impressive. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use.
ThoughtTracer
ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true triumph. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Freeway
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Texas Butterfly
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me!
D-Hog-Day
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
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