Book description
Roald Dahl's The Witches isn't just another bedtime story-it's a spine-tingling tale that flips the fantasy of witches on its head. Narrated with sharp wit and just the right amount of mischief, this audiobook pulls you into a world where witches are not the cackling caricatures of fairy tales, but eerily ordinary-looking women with a horrifying secret: an utter hatred for children. Dahl's genius lies in making the impossible feel real, and the narrator brings that tension to life with perfect timing and tone.
The story follows a young boy and his grandmother as they uncover a chilling witch conspiracy. Dahl's playful language and dark humor shine throughout, keeping listeners on edge while still delivering moments of heart and humor. It's a story that respects its young audience-no sugarcoating, just cleverness, courage, and a battle between good and evil that feels genuinely thrilling.
This audiobook is a fantastic entry into Dahl's catalog-ideal for newcomers and longtime fans alike. His background as a wartime pilot and master of twisted tales gives The Witches a unique edge, blending childlike wonder with just enough danger to keep things interesting. The narration adds another layer, making it an immersive experience that's hard to pause.
For anyone who loves a story that's both entertaining and slightly unnerving, The Witches delivers in every way. It's Dahl at his best-imaginative, irreverent, and utterly unforgettable.
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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