Book description
A BEST BOOK OF 2020TIME Magazine・The Atlantic・Book Riot・Electric Literature・The New York Times (Notable Book of the Year) The story of three women by a writer hailed by Haruki Murakami as Japan's most important contemporary novelist, WINNER OF THE AKUTAGAWA PRIZE. On a sweltering summer day, Makiko travels from Osaka to Tokyo, where her sister Natsu lives. She is in the company of her daughter, Midoriko, who has lately grown silent, finding herself unable to voice the vague yet overwhelming pressures associated with adolescence. The story of these three women reunited in a working-class neighborhood of Tokyo is told through the gaze of Natsu--thirty years old, an aspiring writer, haunted by hardships endured in her youth. Over the course of their few days together in the capital, Midoriko's silence will prove a catalyst for each woman to confront her fears and family secrets. On yet another blistering summer's day eight years later, Natsu, during a journey back to her native city, struggles with her own indeterminate identity as she confronts anxieties about growing old alone and childless. One of Japan's most important and best-selling writers, Mieko Kawakami mixes stylistic inventiveness, wry humor, and riveting emotional depth to tell a story of contemporary womanhood in Japan. Breasts and Eggs recounts the intimate journeys of three women on the path to finding peace and futures they can call their own. "Original and deeply moving...This book is a gift."--Laura van den Berg
QuestQuill
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Cosmo
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Pocket Muzzie
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! 🌟📚 The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Moxie
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Renegade Slugger
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Baby Spell
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile!
Stealth
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Find It Girl
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
MindfulMingle
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
Liquid Science
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. 📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉 ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
NightWonka
With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion.
JK Friend
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Beo
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Junkyard Dog
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Hemingway Mirmillone
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TulipCake
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖
Firefly
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Trash Master
I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Midas
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Knock Out Star
ListenBook makes my commute enjoyable. The audio filters really enhance the listening experience. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
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