Book description
Nastya's voice cuts through the static of her world: I live in a world without magic or miracles. And then, Josh arrives. Not with fanfare, but with the quiet weight of a storm you feel in your bones. Katja Millay's The Sea of Tranquility isn't just a novel-it's a whisper against the noise, and its audiobook version makes that whisper impossible to ignore.
You hear it in the pauses between words, the way the narrator lets the ache of music disintegrating linger in the air. Millay, a former film producer, crafts sentences like slow-motion camera pans: "People die and music disintegrates and things suck." It's raw, devastating, yet beautiful in its honesty. As an audiobook, these lines land with physical force. You don't just read Nastya's loneliness-you feel it in the tremor of the voice reading it, the slight catch before she says "I want to make him pay."
Josh's story is the counterpoint: a boy named for loss, where "every person he loves has been taken from his life." The audiobook's genius lies in how it lets you hear the distance he keeps, the way his voice softens only when Nastya refuses to let him disappear. You trace the shift in his tone as she unravels-"the more he gets to know her, the more of an enigma she becomes." The narrator doesn't shout the tension; it breathes it, letting the silence between sentences do the work.
This isn't a story about grand gestures. It's about the miracle of a single note played on a piano in a dark room, the way a voice says "I'm here" when the world insists you're invisible. Millay's prose is lyrical, yes, but the audiobook strips it bare-no fancy metaphors, just truth, delivered like a hand pressed gently to your shoulder. You hear the suck of reality Nastya describes, the crushing weight that makes her "wonder how [she] is still able to lift [her] feet." And then, Josh's voice, quiet but unyielding: "I don't want to be left alone."
The magic isn't in fantasy. It's in the way two broken people learn to walk again, step by hesitant step. The audiobook makes you lean in, not for a spectacle, but for the fragile, human act of being seen. You'll find yourself pausing the player just to sit with the quiet after a line like "the miracle of second chances." It's not a book you consume-it's a space you inhabit, word by word, breath by breath. And in that space, against all odds, you remember how to breathe too.
Sβmore Vixen
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WordWanderer
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Impulsive Flower
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Bug Fire
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Swerve
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Lava Nibbler
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Flash Protein
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Metal Star
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Silver Cup
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SubWoof330
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Screwtape
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Crash Override
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Sw33per
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Breadmaker
Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. ListenBookβs interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Starshine
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Daisy Stick
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PepperBurst
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content β it's a real game-changer.
Tunez
This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a standout.
Spitfire
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Murder Cherry
Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true winner. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
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