Book description
A day in an English school in the 1980s unfolds in the aftermath of the death of a beloved teacher, Mr Ardennes. But while students and teachers grapple with this sudden loss, normal life, as it must, continues. Lessons, flirtations, arguments. The clock ticks on.At the heart of it all is Tin. Burning bright with defiance, feared and adored in equal measure - and potentially betrayed by best friend Robin and boyfriend Jonah. As the heat of the baking hot day intensifies, rivalries and hormones simmer, and old secrets surface.Set against a backdrop of strikes and economic unrest, Dark Like Under is at the same time languorous with sun-soaked, rural beauty. Thrumming with life, this luminous debut captures the promise and risk of late adolescence and is a profound exploration of friendship, loneliness and grief.'A haunting, hypnotically written debut.' The Independent'Full of breathtaking passages . . . this is a quiet, understated book but one of bottled magic.' The Bookseller'So specifically good on the emotional life of teenagers and the adults who interact with them, Dark Like Under is generous, deeply immersive and occasionally startlingly close to the bone.' Lizzy Stewart'It's so intricate and subtle; an equally weighted attention to the richness of each character's interior life, as they are shaped by the forces of personality, circumstance, culture and class. She really captures the intense intimacies and loneliness of adolescence, the complexity of people coming into being; and the teachers' helplessness, exasperation, and tenderness . . . Devastating.'Amy Sackville
Succubus In Training
This app has made literature accessible and engaging for all ages. With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Most Wanted
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Mauve Cactus
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New York Mood
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RiddleRover
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
Reno Monarch
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. 📚 Embracing reading in the digital age – this app makes accessing books a seamless and enjoyable experience. 📱🎉 ListenBook's audio filters allow me to customize the audio playback to suit my preferences perfectly. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. 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!
Microwave Chardonnay
I'm hooked on this app – it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me.
Snow Cream
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🎉 My audiobook haven – this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! 📚🔑 ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Sultan of Speed
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. 🎧 Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs – this app has it all! 📚💼 The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Pink Stream
Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Undergrad Split
I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling – all thanks to this app. ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. 🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Midnight Rambler
Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
VPR
Chapters make navigation a breeze. I can easily pick up where I left off. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Gas Man
The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
QuantumQuipper
🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧 The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Kimono Goddess
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my immersion in every audiobook, regardless of surroundings. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Flashpoint
🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps.
Cosmo
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is a true winner. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. 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.
Free Ham
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly – this app's functionality is commendable.
Skittle Mine
The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
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