Book description
By the YouTube sensation with two and a half million followers, the inspiring account of a young woman who, in a moment of personal crisis, embarked on an epic, transcontinental motorcycle ride-and along the way found a new sense of purpose.Noraly Schoenmaker was a thirtysomething geologist living in the Netherlands when she learned that her live-in partner had been having a long-term affair. In desperate need of a new beginning, she decided to quit her job and jet off to India. But her plans were dashed when she fell quickly and helplessly in love: with a motorcycle. Behind the handlebars, she felt alive and free-nimble enough to trace the narrowest paths, powerful enough to travel the longest of roads. First, she set off toward the Pacific, through the jungles of Myanmar and Thailand, then into Malaysia. Rather than satisfy her appetite for the open road, this ride only piqued it. She shipped her bike to Oman, at the base of the Arabian Peninsula, and embarked on a journey through Iran, across Tajikistan along its border with Afghanistan, over the snowy peaks of Central Asia, and into Europe, all the way back home to the Netherlands. She covered remote and utterly unfamiliar territory, broke down on impossibly steep mountains, and pushed too many miles along empty roads, farther and farther from civilization. But through her travels, she discovered the true beauty of the world, the kindness of its people, the simplicity of its open spaces, and a new and unshakable belief in her capabilities. Free Ride is an inspiring story of self-discovery and renewal. Filled with unforgettable figures, hilarious disasters, and powerful human connections, it shows you what happens when you open your heart and let the world in.
Chameleon
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Pocket Mazda
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Friday Ferrari
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. Iβm blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and Iβve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Austin Shamrock
I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings.
101
The narrators on this app are truly talented β they bring characters to life. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is a true delight.
Lava Nibbler
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Trash Sling
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Gas Man
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Sandbox
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Kitchen
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Club Nola
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch. 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.
Pogue
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Sherwood Gladiator
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Shade Nightman
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze β a true travel essential. This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. 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 wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Nice Gnome
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features.
Palomino
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
Granola
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. Audiobook excellence simplified β this app's functionality is a true delight.
Uncle Psycho
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
LoreLoomer
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ ListenBookβs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Criss Cross
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
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