Book description
A Most Anticipated Book of 2023 from: Dallas Morning News Today.com Good Housekeeping Time The Rumpus The Week Salon Seattle Times Electric Literature Bookpage The Millions Elle.com Washington Post Book Riot Lit Hub NPR's Here & Now Ms. Magazine Town & Country New York Times USA Today Sunset From the bestselling author of ALL YOU CAN EVER KNOW comes a searing memoir of family, class and grief--a daughter's search to understand the lives her adoptive parents led, the life she forged as an adult, and the lives she's lost.In this country, unless you attain extraordinary wealth, you will likely be unable to help your loved ones in all the ways you'd hoped. You will learn to live with the specific, hollow guilt of those who leave hardship behind, yet are unable to bring anyone else with them. Nicole Chung couldn't hightail it out of her overwhelmingly white Oregon hometown fast enough. As a scholarship student at a private university on the East Coast, no longer the only Korean she knew, she found community and a path to the life she'd long wanted. But the middle class world she begins to raise a family in - where there are big homes, college funds, nice vacations - looks very different from the middle class world she thought she grew up in, where paychecks have to stretch to the end of the week, health insurance is often lacking, and there are no safety nets.When her father dies at only sixty-seven, killed by diabetes and kidney disease, Nicole feels deep grief as well as rage, knowing that years of precarity and lack of access to healthcare contributed to his early death. And then the unthinkable happens - less than a year later, her beloved mother is diagnosed with cancer, and the physical distance between them becomes insurmountable as COVID-19 descends upon the world. Exploring the enduring strength of family bonds in the face of hardship and tragedy, A Living Remedy examines what it takes to reconcile the distance between one life, one home, and another - and sheds needed light on some of the most persistent and grievous inequalities in American society.
MythMaker
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Marigold Loot
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Star Jammer
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Devil Chick
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Star Jammer
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of reading. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Dark Matter
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality.
Acid Gosling
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze.
StarZen
Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Bug Blitz
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Miss Rum Punch
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day.
MysticMingle
Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
Overrun
🌟 Reading has never been this easy – this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. 📚💫 Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Demo Tequila
I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. 📚🎧 Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections.
57 Pixels
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver!
ZenaCake
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Emerald Goddess
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Mr. Lucky
Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖 Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Tin Fox
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Twinkle
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Rummy Stickers
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
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