Book description
Hear this: Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight isn't just a memoir; it's a masterclass in turning raw, chaotic life into unforgettable storytelling. Alexandra Fuller's debut, now a celebrated classic, lands with even more power when you hear her voice weave the wild, dusty, heartbreaking, and utterly hilarious story of her childhood in Africa. Forget sanitized nostalgia-Fuller delivers the real deal: a family clinging to life on a failing farm, facing drought, near-disasters, and the sheer absurdity of survival, all while finding laughter in the chaos. Her prose, sharp and vivid, is made for audio. You hear the grit in her voice, the dry wit when describing her father's reckless adventures or her mother's fierce, flawed love. It's not pretty, but it's profoundly human. Critics called it "unflinching" and "captivating"-and that's because Fuller doesn't just tell you about her world; she drops you right into the dust storms and the laughter-filled chaos. You feel the heat, you wince at the near-misses, and you laugh with her, not at her. This isn't just a book about Africa; it's a universal testament to resilience, family, and finding light in the darkest corners. The audiobook? It's pure magic. Fuller's narration brings every detail to life, every sigh, every sharp observation, making you feel like you're sitting right there, sharing the story over a cup of tea. If you've ever wondered how ordinary people endure extraordinary times, this is your answer. Don't just read it-hear it. Let Fuller's voice, raw and real, take you on a journey that will stay with you long after the last word fades. Trust the acclaim: this is the audiobook you've been waiting for. Press play. You won't regret it.
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ThickSKN
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WanderWord
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Miss Murder
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Red Heroine
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Free Ham
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Kinged
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Truth
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Innocent Ghost
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Stud
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Stick Shift
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Lunar Treat
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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