Book description
"With tongue-in-cheek humor and sharp cultural criticism, this novel is an unforgettable exploration of diasporic identity politics and the dangers of wanting to belong at any cost." --Xochitl Gonzalez, The TODAY Show "Lozada-Oliva's apocalyptic debut novel in prose is an ode to complicated family dynamics, the overwhelming ways love can consume and eat us alive." --Pamela Avila, USA Today Your granddaughters are lost, Candelaria. Bianca, the brainy archaeologist, had to forfeit her life's work in Guatemala after her advisor seduced and deserted her. Paola, missing for over a decade, resurfaces in Boston as a brainwashed wellness cultist named Zoe. And Candy, the youngest, is a recovering addict who finds herself pregnant by a man she's not even sure ever existed. None of this concerns you of course, until a cataclysmic earthquake hits Boston. Now you must traverse the crumbling city to reach the Watertown Mall Old Country Buffet--for a reason you still cannot disclose--battling strange entities and your own strange past to save your granddaughters and possibly the world. Author of Dreaming of You Melissa Lozada-Oliva delivers an unsettling, raucous debut novel written with tongue-in-cheek humor and sharp cultural criticism that unearths one troubled family's legacy, feasting on diasporic identity politics and examining the limits of bodily autonomy and the dangers of wanting to belong at any cost. A sweeping, mystical novel following three generations of women as they grapple with muddled pasts and predetermined futures, Candelaria is a story of love that eats us alive.
AxelRoad
ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Mafia Rapunzel
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Little Drunk Girl
Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. Sharing books with friends via AirDrop is so convenient. Thanks, ListenBook!
Mental Prophet
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Whip 2T
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Wanted Candy
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BuffFreak
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Little Cobra
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Sleepwalker
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Mint Ness
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Mule Lock
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Dr. Jam Man
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Campfire Mama
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ReiGnZ
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Alias Stick
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
MysticMingle
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. πΆ Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls β this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. π΅π Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
The Flying Mouse
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Swan Mustang
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Lady In Red
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic β what a win! The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Thumb Candy
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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