Book description
From the bestselling author of The Mountains Sing, a richly poetic and suspenseful saga about two Vietnamese sisters, an American veteran, and an Amerasian man whose lives intersect in surprising ways, set during and after the war in Việt Nam. In 1969, sisters Trang and Quỳnh, desperate to help their parents pay off debts, leave their rural village to work at a bar in Sài Gòn. Once in the big city, the young girls are thrown headfirst into a world they were not expecting. They learn how to speak English, how to dress seductively, and how to drink and flirt (and more) with American GIs in return for money. As the war moves closer to the city, the once-innocent Trang gets swept up in an irresistible romance with a handsome and kind American helicopter pilot she meets at the bar. Decades later, an American veteran, Dan, returns to Việt Nam with his wife, Linda, in search of a way to heal from his PTSD; instead, secrets he thought he had buried surface and threaten his marriage. At the same time, Phong--the adult son of a Black American soldier and a Vietnamese woman--embarks on a mission to find both his parents and a way out of Việt Nam. Abandoned in front of an orphanage, Phong grew up being called "the dust of life," "Black American imperialist," and "child of the enemy," and he dreams of a better life in the United States for himself, his wife Bình, and his children. Past and present converge as these characters come together to confront decisions made during a time of war--decisions that reverberate throughout one another's lives and ultimately allow them to find common ground across race, generation, culture, and language. Immersive, moving, and lyrical, Dust Child tells an unforgettable story of how those who inherited tragedy can redefine their destinies with hard-won wisdom, compassion, courage, and joy.
Highway
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Hang 11
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Hyper Kong
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Good-lookin’
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Red Heroine
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Black Mustard
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket.
Spellbinder
Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
Red Pepper
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Evil Smith
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StormCake
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata.
Washer
The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
JK Friend
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Scrapper
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling.
Nessie
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NecroBull
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Voluntary
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Midnight Bat
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears.
Crash Enforcer
🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
The Final Judgement
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection – it's a parenting win! I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem.
Fl00d
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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