Book description
A San Francisco shut-in is forced to leave his apartment to investigate the murder of his maintenance man in this "offbeat mystery that, at its heart, is an in-depth character study (Foreword Reviews). At forty-seven, balding, and mildly agoraphobic, Internet troll Roy Belkin is a man without direction. He rarely leaves his apartment (he refers to the outside world as The Pounding), and when he must leave, he meticulously recounts the day in his Thunder Book; a journal where he lists all that repulsed him that day. But everything changes the day Belkin returns to his apartment to find the building ablaze along with the suspected murder of the apartment building's maintenance man. As police question him, Belkin meets the mysterious Pernice Balfour, the alluring, religiously obsessed neighbor accused of the crime. Soon, Belkin has no choice but to come out of his shell (and his apartment) to try to clear her name. But the more Belkin investigates, the muddier things become. Wandering through San Francisco's seedy Tenderloin district, Belkin begins to unravel the truth behind the murder, and encounters a bizarre series of characters and situations: "pansexual" crime-scene photographer, an idiot detective, and an all-knowing government operative. "Whispering Bodies perfectly tangles comedy and pathos. I've talked to a few heads who have compared it to A Confederacy of Dunces, and that makes sense." --The Rumpus "Jesse Michaels' debut novel is a unique and side-splitting performance, punctuated by a whip smart narrative and magnetic prose. A dizzying combination of Flann O'Brien's The Third Policeman and Kurt Vonnegut, if he were a hostile agoraphobic." --Alex Green, Caught in the Carousel
Darkside Isis
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Cross Thread
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VenusXX
User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is impressive. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
ThreadTrail
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Gamer Bean
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Friday Ferrari
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German Coach
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White Dragon
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Swedish Pixie
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Pixy Mox
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Trixie
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Alley Fiend
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Teeder
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Street Squirrel
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic β what a win! ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Burst Nibbler
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
CodeExia
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Venious
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience exceptional. Its intuitive interface and diverse compatibility are a true game-changer. π±π§ This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Nibbler
Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is remarkable. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Howitzer Rise
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. No more worries about compatibility β ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Cujo
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
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