Book description
In Kat Tang's exciting and resonant debut, a "Rental Stranger"-a companion hired under various guises-walks the line between personal and professional in surprising new ways. Would you hire someone to be the best man at your wedding? Your stand-in brother? Your husband? In an age where online ratings are all-powerful, Five-Star Stranger follows the adventures of a top-rated man on the Rental Stranger app-a place where users can hire a pretend fiancé, a wingman, or an extra mourner for a funeral. Referred to only as Stranger, the narrator navigates New York City under the guise of characters he plays, always maintaining a professional distance from his clients. But, when a nosy patron threatens to upend his long-term role as father to a young girl, Stranger begins to reckon with his attachment to his pretend daughter, her mother, and his own fraught past. Now, he must confront the boundaries he has drawn and explore the legacy of abandonment that shaped his life. Five-Star Stranger is a strikingly vivid novel about the commodification of relationships in a gig economy, isolation in a hyperconnected world, and the risk of asking for what we want from those who cannot give. This is the story of a man who finds out who he is by being anyone but himself.
Freesia
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? 🚗📖 Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks – driving has never been this fun! 🚗🎧 The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
Suicide Crusher
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant – it's that good! ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Venious
Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖 ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Undergrad
With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. Audiobook enthusiasts, celebrate! This app's thoughtful features, like auto-rewind and easy chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our reading cravings. 🎉📚 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
NoiseFire
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Shadow Gal
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The China Wall
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
Phoenix Sparrow
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Pitfall
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Darling Peacock
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VPR
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Senior Smurf
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Captain Peroxide
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
Apple Nola
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Chocolate Thunder
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Mad Irishman
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules – it's like time travel through stories. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app!
Star Sword
Audiobooks have made my long drives enjoyable, and this app is my co-pilot. This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Mule Lock
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
StorySculptor
Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
Fadey
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. 🎧 Navigating through narratives has never been simpler – this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. 📚💫 Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
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