Book description
"Imagine The Life of Pi, The Alchemist, and The Midnight Library rolled into one fantastical fable." -The New York Times Book Review * "An epic adventure...rich with all the possibilities the world can hold." -People NATIONAL BESTSELLER A dazzlingly epic debut that charts the incredible, adventurous life of one woman as she journeys the globe trying to outrun a mysterious curse that will destroy her if she stops moving.Paris, 1885: Aubry Tourvel, a spoiled and stubborn nine-year-old girl, comes across a wooden puzzle ball on her walk home from school. She tosses it over the fence, only to find it in her backpack that evening. Days later, at the family dinner table, she starts to bleed to death. When medical treatment only makes her worse, she flees to the outskirts of the city, where she realizes that it is this very act of movement that keeps her alive. So begins her lifelong journey on the run from her condition, which won't allow her to stay anywhere for longer than a few days-nor return to a place where she's already been. From the scorched dunes of the Calanshio Sand Sea to the snow-packed peaks of the Himalayas; from a bottomless well in a Parisian courtyard, to the shelves of an infinite underground library, we follow Aubry as she learns what it takes to survive and ultimately, to truly live. But the longer Aubry wanders and the more desperate she is to share her life with others, the clearer it becomes that the world she travels through may not be quite the same as everyone else's... Fiercely independent and hopeful, yet full of longing, Aubry Tourvel is an unforgettable character fighting her way through a world of wonders to find a place she can call home. A spellbinding and inspiring story about discovering meaning in a life that seems otherwise impossible, A Short Walk Through a Wide World reminds us that it's not the destination, but rather the journey-no matter how long it lasts-that makes us who we are.
Moonflower
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Sugar Hiccup
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Venom Charms
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Juice Petite
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Suicide Jockey
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Pepper Mouse
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SunVolt
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Sleek Zelda
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Lucky Brandy
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Sherm
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Glyph
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Chip Queen
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Purity
This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is a true marvel.
Sloth
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats!
Stone Boomstick
This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use.
Twine X
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Shady Prairie
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Darkside Isis
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Koi Diva
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Swerve
💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 🌟 Unleashing the power of audiobooks with this user-friendly app – it's like having a personal storyteller on demand! 📚🔥 I’m 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!
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