Book description
"This debut novel about an Irish expat millennial teaching English and finding romance in Hong Kong is half Sally Rooney love triangle, half glitzy Crazy Rich Asians high living--and guaranteed to please." --Vogue A RECOMMENDED BOOK FROM: The New York Times Book Review Vogue TIME Marie Claire Elle O, the Oprah Magazine The Washington Post Esquire Harper's Bazaar Bustle PopSugar Refinery 29 LitHub * DebutifulAn intimate, bracingly intelligent debut novel about a millennial Irish expat who becomes entangled in a love triangle with a male banker and a female lawyerAva, newly arrived in Hong Kong from Dublin, spends her days teaching English to rich children.Julian is a banker. A banker who likes to spend money on Ava, to have sex and discuss fluctuating currencies with her. But when she asks whether he loves her, he cannot say more than "I like you a great deal."Enter Edith. A Hong Kong-born lawyer, striking and ambitious, Edith takes Ava to the theater and leaves her tulips in the hallway. Ava wants to be her--and wants her. And then Julian writes to tell Ava he is coming back to Hong Kong... Should Ava return to the easy compatibility of her life with Julian or take a leap into the unknown with Edith?Politically alert, heartbreakingly raw, and dryly funny, Exciting Times is thrillingly attuned to the great freedoms and greater uncertainties of modern love. In stylish, uncluttered prose, Naoise Dolan dissects the personal and financial transactions that make up a life--and announces herself as a singular new voice.
Gro
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Grotas
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Mad Jack
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Firecracker
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Winter Bite
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Foot-long Fry
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection.
Granola Dove
Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
LoreLoomer
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Phoenix Tetra
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Metal Aphrodite
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. π§ Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly β this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. ππ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations.
Mr. Alien
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Skylark
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Domino Combat
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Soda Delirium
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again β it's a must-have. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true β from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection β this app's functionality is a winner.
Skool
With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true winner. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available.
Vortex
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
London Fox
π Reading has never been this easy β this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. ππ« The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. One of the best audiobooks Iβve heard! The story was compelling, and the narratorβs delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one! Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Dancing Madman
π Reading has never been this easy β this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. ππ« βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! Downloading books over WiFi is quick and hassle-free. Very convenient.
InsightInkwell
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app.
Star Sword
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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