Book description
In the vein of The Pisces and The Vegetarian, Chlorine is a debut novel that blurs the line between a literary coming-of-age narrative and a dark unsettling horror tale, told from an adult perspective on the trials and tribulations of growing up in a society that puts pressure on young women and their bodies... a powerful, relevant novel of immigration, sapphic longing, and fierce, defiant becoming.Ren Yu is a swimmer. Her daily life starts and ends with the pool. Her teammates are her only friends. Her coach, her guiding light. If she swims well enough, she will be scouted, get a scholarship, go to a good school. Her parents will love her. Her coach will be kind to her. She will have a good life.But these are human concerns. These are the concerns of those confined to land, those with legs. Ren grew up on stories of creatures of the deep, of the oceans and the rivers. Ones that called sailors to their doom. Ones that dragged them down and drowned them. Ones that feasted on their flesh. Ones of the creature that she's always longed to become: mermaid.Ren aches to be in the water. She dreams of the scent of chlorine--the feel of it on her skin. And she will do anything she can to make a life for herself where she can be free. No matter the pain. No matter what anyone else thinks. No matter how much blood she has to spill.
RedFisher
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DZE
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Hang 11
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Blizzard Vixen
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Saint La-Z-Boy
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360
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
NexusNomad
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VenusXX
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Bazooka Har-de-har
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding.
Lady Katniss
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
JK Friend
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now β all thanks to this app. π Embracing reading in the digital age β this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. π±π My productivity has soared since I started using ListenBook for my study materials. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Low Menace
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app.
Omega Sub
I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Centurion Sherman
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Digital Moonshine
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. Seamless integration of audiobooks β this app's ease of use is impressive.
HighBomber
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! 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.
RiddleRover
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Pocket Mazda
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Roadspike
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion.
Evil Smith
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. π Elevating everyday moments β this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. πβ¨ Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actorβs tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaintsβjust a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end. 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.
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