Book description
The frozen silence of Susan Beth Pfeffer's This World We Live In isn't just setting-it's a character, whispering through the audiobook's haunting narration. You hear it in the crunch of ice underfoot, the ragged breaths of survivors in a world where the moon's destruction turned summer into a slow, killing winter. Miranda Evans isn't just fighting hunger or cold; she's wrestling with the ghosts of everything lost, her heart a fragile thing in a landscape that demands only survival.
The audiobook's power lies in its whispers. You feel Miranda's dread as her father arrives with strangers, one of whom-Alex Morales-unravels her carefully built isolation. Their connection isn't sweet; it's charged with the desperate urgency of two people clinging to light in a suffocating dark. Their love story is a fragile bloom in a wasteland, making every moment feel stolen, every word spoken in the wind a potential death sentence. Then the tornado hits. Not a storm, but a violent, unnatural tearing of the world-a visceral, terrifying sound design that makes your own breath catch.
What makes this audiobook linger isn't just the disaster, but Miranda's choice after the storm. It's not a grand gesture, but a quiet, devastating act of love and loss that reshapes everything. The narrator doesn't shout it; they let it settle in the silence between heartbeats, a truth as cold and sharp as the ice outside. You don't just hear the story-you feel the weight of every decision, the way the frozen air seems to press in on your own lungs.
Pfeffer's genius is in the quiet horror of the ordinary turned monstrous: a baby's cry in a shelter, the way a single piece of bread becomes a sacred object. The audiobook's pacing is deliberate, letting dread build like frost on a windowpane. You don't just listen to the end of the world; you live in the suffocating, beautiful, terrifying space between survival and surrender. It's a masterpiece of emotional tension, where the most terrifying thing isn't the cold-it's the warmth you're forced to let go of. This isn't just a book to hear; it's a world you carry with you long after the final whisper fades.
Grave Digger
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Pixie
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Woodland Beauty
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch.
Star Sword
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and moments of relaxation. It's a true companion. 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! Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Murder Matter
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before.
Toy Dogwatch
This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. ListenBookβs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Rusty Vortex
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Devine Melon
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New York Sixlet
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Fennel Dove
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. Audiobooks on this app have turned my exercise sessions into moments of education. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze.
Star Killer
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience β it's like having a personal audio library. π Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories β thank you, this app! ππ π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Silver Cup
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature.
Bowler
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Purity Catnip
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Pitfall Whiskers
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress.
Helmet Destroyer
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
StarZen
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. 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.
Zod
Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Bombay Shivers
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Count Eagle
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic.
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