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A 2023 Pick for Vulture Men's Health IGN Polygon Goodreads Amazon Nerd Daily WeAreBookish Paste Books, Bones & Buffy The Escapist Paste Magazine SciFixFantasy Distractify Gizmodo Ms. Magazine Popsugar Book Riot Autostraddle The Mary Sue & othersInspired by a classic of martial arts literature, S. L. Huang's The Water Outlaws are bandits of devastating ruthlessness, unseemly femininity, dangerous philosophies, and ungovernable gender who are ready to make history--or tear it apart."This wuxia eat-the-rich tale is a knockout."--Publishers Weekly, starred review In the jianghu, you break the law to make it your own. Lin Chong is an expert arms instructor, training the Emperor's soldiers in sword and truncheon, battle axe and spear, lance and crossbow. Unlike bolder friends who flirt with challenging the unequal hierarchies and values of Imperial society, she believes in keeping her head down and doing her job. Until a powerful man with a vendetta rips that carefully-built life away. Disgraced, tattooed as a criminal, and on the run from an Imperial Marshall who will stop at nothing to see her dead, Lin Chong is recruited by the Bandits of Liangshan. Mountain outlaws on the margins of society, the Liangshan Bandits proclaim a belief in justice--for women, for the downtrodden, for progressive thinkers a corrupt Empire would imprison or destroy. They're also murderers, thieves, smugglers, and cutthroats. Apart, they love like demons and fight like tigers. Together, they could bring down an empire.
Stacker of Wheat
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
Taffy Duchess
I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. 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.
Trick Baron
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic.
Geneva Cuffs
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Gr8 Flick
The range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
High Beam
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Miss Lucky
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Shadow Bishop
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Titanium Ladybug
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse.
Alias Stick
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Senior Smurf
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Moon Solitaire
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Freesia
Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature.
Avenge Paws
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EchoEnigma
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart.
Red Hot Kevorkian
This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. π± Carrying my library in my pocket β this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! ππ The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
InsightInkwell
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Snow Hound
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just rightβnot too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
ThoughtTrail
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest.
Eerie
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. π± Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories β this app is pure magic! πβ¨ Audiobooks made delightful β this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
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