Book description
A "quietly stunning" (Ocean Vuong) exploration of love and loss, the struggles and limitations of family life--and how we all must learn to live together and apart--from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Hours "Along with George Eliot, Michael Cunningham belongs in that rare group of novelists who hold the world close, with apparently infinite respect, compassion, and tenderness, all while describing the world and its inhabitants unsparingly."--Tony Kushner April 5, 2019: In a cozy brownstone in Brooklyn, the veneer of domestic bliss is beginning to crack. Dan and Isabel, husband and wife, are slowly drifting apart--and both, it seems, are a little bit in love with Isabel's younger brother, Robbie. Robbie, wayward soul of the family, who still lives in the attic loft; Robbie, who, trying to get over his most recent boyfriend, is living vicariously through a glamorous avatar online; Robbie, who now has to move out of the house--and whose departure threatens to break the family apart. And then there is Nathan, age ten, taking his first uncertain steps toward independence, while his sister, Violet, five, does her best not to notice the growing rift between her parents. April 5, 2020: As the world goes into lockdown, the cozy brownstone is starting to feel more like a prison. Violet is terrified of leaving the windows open, obsessed with keeping her family safe. Isabel and Dan communicate mostly in veiled sleights and frustrated sighs. And dear Robbie is stranded in Iceland, alone in a mountain cabin with nothing but his thoughts--and his secret Instagram life--for company. April 5, 2021 Emerging from the worst of the crisis, the family reckons with a new, very different reality--and with what they've learned, what they've lost, and how they might go on.
Roadblock
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Voodoo Queen
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Midas
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Ex0tic
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Red Delicious
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InsightfulInk
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Hog Butcher
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Kazmii
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Ship Whip
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Pixie
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Miss Fix It
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Troubled Pie
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
NightWonka
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New Cycle
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Cosmic Presence
Audiobooks have turned road trips into unforgettable journeys of imagination. I appreciate the minimal ads β it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible.
Vicious Street
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Kimono Goddess
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Clang Glyph
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for.
Master Jetson
I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling.
Jersey
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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