Book description
ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2022 A NEW YORKER "ESSENTIAL READ" A NATIONAL BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES, THE WASHINGTON POST, TIME, THE NEW YORKER, BOOKPAGE, AND KIRKUS REVIEWS "Superb. . . . A celebration of a place and time when people held onto their own ways, and basked in ordinary joys even as outside forces conspired to take them away." --New York Times From the winner of the 2021 Nobel Prize in Literature, a sweeping, multi-generational saga of displacement, loss, and love, set against the brutal colonization of east Africa. When he was just a boy, Ilyas was stolen from his parents on the coast of east Africa by German colonial troops. After years away, fighting against his own people, he returns home to find his parents gone and his sister, Afiya, abandoned into de facto slavery. Hamza, too, returns home from the war, scarred in body and soul and with nothing but the clothes on his back-until he meets the beautiful, undaunted Afiya. As these young people live and work and fall in love, their fates knotted ever more tightly together, the shadow of a new war on another continent falls over them, threatening once again to carry them away.
Little Granger
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Show Boat
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Snowflake Pixie
π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« π This app is a testament to thoughtful design β its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. πβ¨ ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. 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.
Swedish Twizz
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Sky Bully
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Omega Sub
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Stud Buster
π₯ Simplifying my reading routine β the app's functionality ensures I'm always one click away from literary adventures. ππ Audiobook immersion without complications β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Milan Call Back
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device.
ShadowFax
The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
General Finish
This app is not just about convenience β it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Shadow Gal
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
RoarSweetie
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces β this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. π±π
Journeyman
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. Seamless integration of audiobooks β this app's ease of use is impressive.
MicroStar
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Captain Peroxide
I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Steel
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Spunky Comet
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. Audiobook enjoyment redefined β this app's design focuses on the essentials. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
ManBreaker
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph.
Airport Hobo
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise.
Freesia
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. ποΈ Soaking up the sun with an audiobook by my side β beach days just got better! ποΈπ Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. 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