Book description
From the winner of the PEN/Malamud Award and "one of our most gifted writers" (Chicago Tribune) comes a comic novel about a divorced Midwestern dad who takes a cutting-edge medical test and learns that he has a predisposition to murder. In this fresh take on love and trouble in America, Brock Hobson, an insurance salesman and Sunday-school teacher, finds his equilibrium disturbed by the results of a predictive blood test. Baxter, a master storyteller, brings us a gradually building rollercoaster narrative, and a protagonist who is impertinent, searching, and hilariously relatable. From his good-as-gold, gentle girlfriend to the excessively macho subcontractor guy his ex-wife left him for, not to mention his well-raised teenage kids, now exploring sex and sexuality, the secondary characters in Brock's life all contribute meaningfully to the drama, as increasing challenges to his sense of self and purpose crash over him. The final battle-no spoilers, but there is one-couldn't be more delightful, as this quick and bracing novel reminds us to choose the best people to love, accept the ones we love even if we didn't choose them, and love them all well.
Barbera Shift
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K-9
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High Woo
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Murmur
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. ⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is commendable. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Dewdrop Doll
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Boost Princess
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. 🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable.
Good-lookin’
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Stickers
Audiobooks have never been this accessible – this app is a true innovation. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖
Whistler
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Street Squirrel
ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Roma Kabuki
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Ember Rope
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Mud Pie Man
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
Nessie Pork
This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. 📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Willow Dragon
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Crash Override
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Bitmap
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! I love the auto-rewind feature. It’s great for when I zone out. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Dahlia
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄
Twin Blaze
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Canine Hannibal
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's a convenient habit. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
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