Book description
"A surreal excursion into heartache and horror narrated by a man undone by grief . . . Along with allusions to Rod Serling and The Exorcist, there are shades of H. P. Lovecraft, Stephen King, zombie literature and, at least once, A Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy . . . You don't want to read this book right before bed." --Sarah Lyall, The New York Times Book Review "This intense cosmic horror with a touch of Mexican American folklore is incredibly creepy and moving." --Margaret Kingsbury, BuzzFeed It was Vera's idea to buy the Itza. The "world's most advanced smart speaker!" didn't interest Thiago, but Vera thought it would be a bit of fun for them amidst all the strange occurrences happening in the condo. It made things worse. The cold spots and scratching in the walls were weird enough, but peculiar packages started showing up at the house--who ordered industrial lye? Then there was the eerie music at odd hours, Thiago waking up to Itza projecting light shows in an empty room. It was funny and strange right up until Vera was killed, and Thiago's world became unbearable. Pundits and politicians all looking to turn his wife's death into a symbol for their own agendas. A barrage of texts from her well-meaning friends about letting go and moving on. Waking to the sound of Itza talking softly to someone in the living room . . . The only thing left to do was get far away from Chicago. Away from everything and everyone. A secluded cabin in Colorado seemed like the perfect place to hole up with his crushing grief. But soon Thiago realizes there is no escape--not from his guilt, not from his simmering rage, and not from the evil hunting him, feeding on his grief, determined to make its way into this world. A bold, original horror novel about grief, loneliness and the oppressive intimacy of technology, This Thing Between Us marks the arrival of a spectacular new talent.
InsightfulInk
๐ผ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories โ a true work-life balance! ๐ป๐ Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app!
Athena Star
ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Nessie Pork
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Shady Prairie
Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. ๐ This app's functionality is a masterpiece โ it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ๐๐จ
Little Cobra
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ๐๏ธ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level โ audiobooks make it an adventure! ๐๐
Snowflake Pixie
No more fighting over the radio during family trips โ we're all hooked on audiobooks now. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits โ truly impressive. ๐ The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. ๐ฑ๐ง Navigating audiobooks with ease โ this app's design is user-centric.
Fuzzy Claws
ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go.
Dancing Madman
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ๐ผ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background โ love it! ๐ป๐ง
Sw00sh
The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
All Natural
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it! The app is so reliable. Iโve never had any issues with it.
Copilot
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now โ all thanks to this app. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Black Hole Necromancer
This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. ๐ Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner โ this app adds flavor to every meal! ๐ฒ๐
HOV
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres โ there's something for everyone. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. ListenBookโs interface is clean and intuitive. Itโs a joy to use.
Mallow Man
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant.
Domino
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Fire Queen
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ๐ผ Balancing responsibilities with relaxation โ audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. ๐ป๐ Streamlined audiobook integration โ this app's usability is truly impressive. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Spunky Sphinx
I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. ListenBookโs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
PixelPilgrim
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. ๐ My audiobook haven โ this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ๐๐ ๐ฑ Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go โ this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ๐๐ Audiobook immersion simplified โ this app's ease of use is a true asset.
Lumberyard
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. I'm impressed by the app's performance โ it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Swedish Twizz
Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
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