Book description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - A riveting, adrenaline-fueled tour of a vast, lawless, and rampantly criminal world that few have ever seen: the high seas. There are few remaining frontiers on our planet. But perhaps the wildest, and least understood, are the world's oceans: too big to police, and under no clear international authority, these immense regions of treacherous water play host to rampant criminality and exploitation. Traffickers and smugglers, pirates and mercenaries, wreck thieves and repo men, vigilante conservationists and elusive poachers, seabound abortion providers, clandestine oil-dumpers, shackled slaves and cast-adrift stowaways--drawing on five years of perilous and intrepid reporting, often hundreds of miles from shore, Ian Urbina introduces us to the inhabitants of this hidden world. Through their stories of astonishing courage and brutality, survival and tragedy, he uncovers a globe-spanning network of crime and exploitation that emanates from the fishing, oil, and shipping industries, and on which the world's economies rely. Both a gripping adventure story and a stunning exposΓ©, this unique work of reportage brings fully into view for the first time the disturbing reality of a floating world that connects us all, a place where anyone can do anything because no one is watching.
Star Sword
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features β from chapters to playback controls. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Morbid Sugar
I love that I can switch between devices seamlessly and continue where I left off. With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. π Rekindling my love for stories β this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! ππ I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives.
Kingfisher
π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
West Warrior
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. ListenBookβs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Round Kick Boomer
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks β this app has converted me! This app has revolutionized my daily routine β I can't imagine life without it. πͺ Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier β this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. πΌπ I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem!
Trash Sling
π§ Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs β this app has it all! ππΌ Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature!
Coldy
No more straining my eyes β this app lets me 'read' with my ears! Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Kamikaze Grandma
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Slinger
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SubWoof330
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched.
Venom Charms
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. 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.
Twinkle Cutlass
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection β this app's functionality is a winner.
Black Mustard
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! π₯ Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine β this app is my secret weapon! β¨π 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.
Green Ghost
ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Captain Peroxide
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true standout. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
ThoughtTrailblazer
πͺ Achieving double wins β workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! πͺπ§ ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
MeeP
The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Killer Curio
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer.
Sugar Domino
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful.
Saturn Extreme
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket.
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