Book description
On the terrace of an elaborate hilltop apartment overlooking a Central American capital, four people sit making polite coversation. The American couple - an elderly physician and his young wife - are tourists. Their host, whom they have just met, is a young man of striking good looks and charm. The girl, who is his mistress, is very young and very beatufiul. Sitting there, with drinks in their hands, watching the sunset, the Slades seem to be experienced in the sort of fortunate chance encounter that travelers cherish. But amidst the civilities and small talk, one remark proves prophetic. The host says to the American woman: "It's not exactly what you think." Masterfully - with the poetic control that has always characterized his work - Paul Bowles leads the reader beneath the surface of hospitality and luxury into a tortuous maze of human relationships and shifting moods, until what seems at first a merely casual encounter is seen to be one rooted in viciousness and horror.
Skool
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Twix Esses
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Kamikaze Granny
I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Third Moon
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime.
Juno Cream
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Alley Frog
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
NexusNomad
ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere.
Lincoln Rider
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. π±π The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Berry Succubus
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Hyper
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Mother Hen
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. I love how I can create playlists. Itβs perfect for organizing my books. 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.
K-9
I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
FireBrang
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Houston
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. 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!
Baby Spell
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Snout Pixie
Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me! ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used.
QuestWeaver
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Midas
π‘ Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks β this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. π±π Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. π±π§ High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Fire Fish
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Polar Bee
I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect.
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