Book description
'An absolute blinder ... so so funny and sexy. So excited now to read everything by Crystal Jeans' Caroline O'Donoghue, author of Scenes of a Graphic Nature'A glorious celebration of queer friendship and all kinds of love. Funny, outrageous, heartbreaking and so much fun' Kate Davies, winner of the Polari Prize'Hilarious, fresh and sexy, with a tale that takes the reader from Egypt to Hollywood' Irish Independent'Funny, filthy and phenomenally good' Matt Cain'Filthy and hilarious, this is a gloriously naughty romp of a read that also has something serious to say about queer love. I didn't want it to end' S.J. Watson'Perfect for fans of Tipping the Velvet and Gentleman Jack... a delicious and diligent piece of fiction that will provide you with enough great comebacks to last a lifetime... This is a delightful book I wish to fling at my friends with affectionate abandon' DIVA'By turns raucous and poignant, hilarious and shattering this is a wonder of a story' Jess Kidd'This delicious romp is the sort of thing Nancy Mitford might have written if she'd been gay... wonderfully blithe, witty and moving' Rowan Pelling, DAILY MAIL 1921: a boy, a girl, a moonlit midnight kiss. A terrible, repulsive kiss. Bettina and Bart have grown up as best friends, so surely they will end up together? After all, Bettina is young, rich, headstrong.... and gay. Bart is young, rich, charismatic... and also, definitely, gay. Any doubts are dispelled by, in short order: that ghastly kiss; a torrid encounter for Bettina in the school boiler-rooms; and an eye-opening Parisian visit for Bart.Society will never stand for it. What else can they do but enter into a 'lavender marriage' and carry on indulging their true natures in secret? As the '20s and '30s whizz past in a haze of cigarettes, champagne and casual sex, Bart and Bettina have no idea that they are hurtling, via Hollywood and Egypt, Paris and London, towards tragedy and bloodshed...
Boo
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience.
2nd Hand Joe
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Electric Saturn
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Trash Sling
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Sky Herald
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze – this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. 📱📖 This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Unleashed
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces.
Skittle Mine
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. The app never crashes. It’s reliable and stable. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Jelly Camber
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app – it's a constant source of joy. 🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable.
Feline Devil
Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. 📚👌 Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
NeoGermal
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
Mule Skinner
I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is a true winner. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. 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!
Gro
🎉 An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures – count me in! 🧹📖 ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
White Snare
📱 An entire library at my fingertips – this app is a book lover's dream come true! 📚🌟 ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
Mirage
I'm amazed at how immersive the experience is – it's like being inside the story. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Thunder Nut
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. 🎉 This app is a testament to thoughtful design – its functionality seamlessly blends with my lifestyle, making reading effortless. 📚✨ Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach.
PixelPioneer
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. 🎉📚 This app has rekindled my love for books – I can't stop listening! 🚀🎧 Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Pepper Legs
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions.
QuestQuill
Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Berlin Kamikaze
Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
QuestWeaver
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
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