Book description
THE BLOCKBUSTER HIT-Over two million copies sold! A New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly BestsellerLook for Lisa Wingate's powerful new historical novel, The Book of Lost Friends, available now!"Poignant, engrossing."-People "Lisa Wingate takes an almost unthinkable chapter in our nation's history and weaves a tale of enduring power."-Paula McLainMemphis, 1939. Twelve-year-old Rill Foss and her four younger siblings live a magical life aboard their family's Mississippi River shantyboat. But when their father must rush their mother to the hospital one stormy night, Rill is left in charge-until strangers arrive in force. Wrenched from all that is familiar and thrown into a Tennessee Children's Home Society orphanage, the Foss children are assured that they will soon be returned to their parents-but they quickly realize the dark truth. At the mercy of the facility's cruel director, Rill fights to keep her sisters and brother together in a world of danger and uncertainty. Aiken, South Carolina, present day. Born into wealth and privilege, Avery Stafford seems to have it all: a successful career as a federal prosecutor, a handsome fiancé, and a lavish wedding on the horizon. But when Avery returns home to help her father weather a health crisis, a chance encounter leaves her with uncomfortable questions and compels her to take a journey through her family's long-hidden history, on a path that will ultimately lead either to devastation or to redemption. Based on one of America's most notorious real-life scandals-in which Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country-Lisa Wingate's riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong.Publishers Weekly's #3 Longest-Running Bestseller of 2017 Winner of the Southern Book Prize If All Arkansas Read the Same Book SelectionThis edition includes a new essay by the author about shantyboat life.
RedFisher
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Peanut Butter Woman
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Pusher
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Solo Kill
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Cowboy Booter
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Pinball Wizard
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Greek Rifle
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Pocket Muzzie
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
Demo Tequila
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle – this app's design is a win.
Dropkick
Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. 📚🎧 Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Springheel Jack
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Sir Shove
ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! 🎶📚 Tuning in to the symphony of stories – audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. 🎵📚 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. 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!
LifeRobber
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Acid Queen
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
xSTORMx
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Boo
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Popeye Wipeout
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. 🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius.
HedgeH0g2
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true – no more hassles! This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Sleek Assassin
I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. 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. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Nice Gnome
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph.
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