Book description
THE BLOCKBUSTER HIT--Over two million copies sold! A New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller "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 fiancΓ©, 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 Selection This edition includes a new essay by the author about shantyboat life.
Juice Petite
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. 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.
Valley Guardian
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Congo Wire
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Trash
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Jersey
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Upper D3ckR
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Terror Master
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Miss Nova
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Snow Pharaoh
ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Nightmare King
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Iron Butterfly
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues!
Heavenly Connection
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MuseMaster
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
Contrary Mary
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ReiGnZ
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Unseen
The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. Itβs a pleasure to use.
Lime
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience.
Devil Chick
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
West Warrior
The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Hermopolis
Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
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