Book description
"Obsessed!" --Chloë Sevigny "I am literally obsessed." --Busy Philipps A hypnotic, sexy, and incisive debut adult novel following one woman's affair with her daughter's best friend that tests the limits of love and ambition from #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Riding Hood. It's opening night, but Alice's performance in the local Bay Area production of The Winter's Tale is far from glamorous. She doesn't have dreams of stardom, but the basement theater in a wildfire-choked town isn't exactly what she envisioned for her career back home in Los Angeles. To make matters worse, her best friend Sadie is not even coming. Pragmatic, serious Sadie and flighty, creative Alice have been best friends since high school--really one another's only friends--but now that they are through with college (which they attended together) and living on opposite ends of California, Alice would at least expect her friend's support. Sadie, determined not to cancel her plans with her boyfriend, ends up enlisting the help of her mother, Celine. A professor of women's and gender studies at UC Berkeley, Celine's landmark treatise on sex and identity made her notorious, but she's struggling to write her new book in a post-second-wave feminist world. So, when Sadie begs her to attend Alice's play, she relents, if only to escape writer's block. But in a turn of perplexing events, Celine becomes entranced by Alice's performance and realizes that her daughter's once lanky, slightly annoying best friend is now an irresistible young woman. Set over the course of decades--from Alice and Sadie's early friendship days and Celine's decision to leave her husband to the radical movements of 1990s Berkeley and navigating contemporary Hollywood--Alice and Celine's affair will test the limits of their love for Sadie and their own beliefs of power, agency, and feminism. Witty and relatable, sexy and surprising, Sarah Blakley-Cartwright's debut adult novel is a mesmerizing portrait of the inner lives of three very different women.
Austin Shamrock
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off!
Bliss
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. Savoring audiobooks without fuss – this app's design is impressive. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Roma Kabuki
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. 🌌🎧 ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content.
Princess Dove
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
VileHero
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
Contrary Mary
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling.
Necromancer
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Twine X
This app makes traffic jams a breeze – time flies by while I'm engrossed in a story. The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive – smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content.
Married Man
Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes.
Sepukku
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient.
Swerve
🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Dr. WMD
🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Cooger
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. 📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
1st Degree
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Sky Herald
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Succubus In Training
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights – I'm never without a good story. Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Voluntary
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
WeldMaster
ListenBook is more than just an app – it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. I’ll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Spit Turanga
ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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