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.
Sky
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. 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!
Willow Dragon
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Master Jetson
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Wanted Candy
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Preach Man
ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
Thumb Candy
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
Iron Butterfly
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Coldy
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Unseen
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High Beam
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination.
Spoiler Betty
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. π Elevating my reading routine β this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ππ Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless.
Sienna Princess
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Miss Lucky
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Noisy Girl
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Dorothy Solitaire
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Darth 44
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Petite Beauty
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ManBreaker
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts. Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Copilot
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Shadow Bishop
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
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