Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - MAN BOOKER PRIZE NOMINEE - From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Clock Dance comes the story of four generations unfolding in and around the lovingly worn house that has always been the Whitshank family's anchor. "Among the best chroniclers of family life this country has ever produced." --The Washington Post"It was a beautiful, breezy, yellow-and-green afternoon ..." This is how Abby Whitshank always describes the day she fell in love with Red in July 1959. From Red's parents, newly arrived in Baltimore in the 1920s, to the grandchildren carrying the Whitshank legacy boisterously into the twenty-first century, the Whitshanks are one of those families that radiate an indefinable kind of specialness, but like all families, their stories reveal only part of the picture: Abby and Red and their four grown children have accumulated not only tender moments, laughter, and celebrations, but also jealousies, disappointments, and carefully guarded secrets.
Lady Petal
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Lucky Aurora
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MuseMaster
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MeeP
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Count Eagle
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Whistler
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Sexy
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Sylvester Eye
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CuriousCraft
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White Snare
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LuminaLore
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Rink Ruler
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Noisy Girl
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Armed Hawk
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Racy Babe
This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. Simplifying my reading routine β this app's ease of use is remarkable. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Poppin Loot
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. ππ§
Pearl Girl
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JesterZilla
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever.
Goatee Shield
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
RightN0w2
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
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