Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER - From the beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning author--a funny, joyful, brilliantly perceptive journey deep into one Baltimore family's foibles, from a boyfriend with a red Chevy in the 1950s up to a longed-for reunion with a grandchild. "A quietly subversive novel, tackling fundamental assumptions about womanhood, motherhood and female aging." --Jennifer Haigh, New York Times Book Review The Garretts take their first and last family vacation in the summer of 1959. They hardly ever leave home, but in some ways they have never been farther apart. Mercy has trouble resisting the siren call of her aspirations to be a painter, which means less time keeping house for her husband, Robin. Their teenage daughters, steady Alice and boy-crazy Lily, could not have less in common. Their youngest, David, is already intent on escaping his family's orbit, for reasons none of them understand. Yet, as these lives advance across decades, the Garretts' influences on one another ripple ineffably but unmistakably through each generation. Full of heartbreak and hilarity, French Braid is classic Anne Tyler: a stirring, uncannily insightful novel of tremendous warmth and humor that illuminates the kindnesses and cruelties of our daily lives, the impossibility of breaking free from those who love us, and how close--yet how unknowable--every family is to itself.
ThreadTraveler
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app – it's a constant source of joy. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Scare Stone
This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Demolition Queen
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧
Athena Star
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Lady Q
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. 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.
Digger
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Slow Trot
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Saber-RED
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Third Moon
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! I can't get enough of this app – it's a true game-changer for book lovers. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition!
Roller Turtle
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
Hex Panther
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
VileHero
I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Winter Underdog
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Aqua Monsoon
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Murmur
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Lincoln Rider
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Foot-long Fry
ListenBook's customizable audio filters allow me to personalize my listening experience – a fantastic feature. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. 🔥 Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears – audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. 🎵📖 Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features.
Moon Peaches
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. This app's convenience has transformed my reading habits – it's a game-changer. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Mallow Man
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats – this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. 🎉🔊 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
NightDream
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
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