Book description
From a beguiling voice in Mexican fiction comes an astonishing novel--her first to be translated into English--about a mysterious child with the power to change a family's history in a country on the verge of revolution.From the day that old Nana Reja found a baby abandoned under a bridge, the life of a small Mexican town forever changed. Disfigured and covered in a blanket of bees, little Simonopio is for some locals the stuff of superstition, a child kissed by the devil. But he is welcomed by landowners Francisco and Beatriz Morales, who adopt him and care for him as if he were their own. As he grows up, Simonopio becomes a cause for wonder to the Morales family, because when the uncannily gifted child closes his eyes, he can see what no one else can--visions of all that's yet to come, both beautiful and dangerous. Followed by his protective swarm of bees and living to deliver his adoptive family from threats--both human and those of nature--Simonopio's purpose in Linares will, in time, be divined.Set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution and the devastating influenza of 1918, The Murmur of Bees captures both the fate of a country in flux and the destiny of one family that has put their love, faith, and future in the unbelievable.
K-9
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Dora the Destroyer
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FlyGuardX
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Alpha
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MicroStar
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Lucifurious
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Skylark
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Sir Squire
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Midnight Bat
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius!
LoreLoomer
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊
Fist Wizard
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience.
Racy Lady
With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Solo Kill
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length – I'm in! Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Frosty Sunshine
Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate.
CyberScribe
🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖 🎶📚 Tuning in to the symphony of stories – audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. 🎵📚 Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
QuantumQuill
I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Trash
Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
RedMouth
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
Uncle Psycho
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! 🎶 Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls – this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. 🎵📖 Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
180
I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! 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.
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