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.
Ember Rope
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Silver Agent
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StormCake
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Tea Kettle
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Fadey
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Essex
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Fire Sass
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D-Hog-Day
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. 🎉 Rekindling my love for reading – this app has reintroduced me to the joy of books in a whole new way. 📚🔥 The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night.
Hyper
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions.
Double Eerie
This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Goldman
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Spunky Comet
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy of audiobooks. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
Lime
This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. 🎶 Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! 🎵📚 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧
Freeway
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Twiddle Twix
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨
CyberScribe
With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Fadey
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable.
Aqua Monsoon
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Crash Test
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Armed Hawk
Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
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