Book description
A New York Times Notable Book Louise Erdrich, the New York Times bestselling, National Book Award-winning author of LaRose and The Round House, paints a startling portrait of a young woman fighting for her life and her unborn child against oppressive forces that manifest in the wake of a cataclysmic event. The world as we know it is ending. Evolution has reversed itself, affecting every living creature on earth. Science cannot stop the world from running backwards, as woman after woman gives birth to infants that appear to be primitive species of humans. Twenty-six-year-old Cedar Hawk Songmaker, adopted daughter of a pair of big-hearted, open-minded Minneapolis liberals, is as disturbed and uncertain as the rest of America around her. But for Cedar, this change is profound and deeply personal. She is four months pregnant. Though she wants to tell the adoptive parents who raised her from infancy, Cedar first feels compelled to find her birth mother, Mary Potts, an Ojibwe living on the reservation, to understand both her and her baby's origins. As Cedar goes back to her own biological beginnings, society around her begins to disintegrate, fueled by a swelling panic about the end of humanity. There are rumors of martial law, of Congress confining pregnant women. Of a registry, and rewards for those who turn these wanted women in. Flickering through the chaos are signs of increasing repression: a shaken Cedar witnesses a family wrenched apart when police violently drag a mother from her husband and child in a parking lot. The streets of her neighborhood have been renamed with Bible verses. A stranger answers the phone when she calls her adoptive parents, who have vanished without a trace. It will take all Cedar has to avoid the prying eyes of potential informants and keep her baby safe. A chilling dystopian novel both provocative and prescient, Future Home of the Living God is a startlingly original work from one of our most acclaimed writers: a moving meditation on female agency, self-determination, biology, and natural rights that speaks to the troubling changes of our time.
Louise Erdrich, the New York Times bestselling, National Book Award-winning author of LaRose and The Round House, paints a startling portrait of a young woman fighting for her life and her unborn child against oppressive forces that manifest in the wake of a cataclysmic event. The world as we know it is ending. Evolution has reversed itself, affecting every living creature on earth. Science cannot stop the world from running backwards, as woman after woman gives birth to infants that appear to be primitive species of humans. Thirty-two-year-old Cedar Hawk Songmaker, adopted daughter of a pair of big-hearted, open-minded Minneapolis liberals, is as disturbed and uncertain as the rest of America around her. But for Cedar, this change is profound and deeply personal. She is four months pregnant. Though she wants to tell the adoptive parents who raised her from infancy, Cedar first feels compelled to find her birth mother, Mary Potts, an Ojibwe living on the reservation, to understand both her and her baby's origins. As Cedar goes back to her own biological beginnings, society around her begins to disintegrate, fueled by a swelling panic about the end of humanity. There are rumors of martial law, of Congress confining pregnant women. Of a registry, and rewards for those who turn these wanted women in. Flickering through the chaos are signs of increasing repression: a shaken Cedar witnesses a family wrenched apart when police violently drag a mother from her husband and child in a parking lot. The streets of her neighborhood have been renamed with Bible verses. A stranger answers the phone when she calls her adoptive parents, who have vanished without a trace. It will take all Cedar has to avoid the prying eyes of potential informants and keep her baby safe. A chilling dystopian novel both provocative and prescient, Future Home of the Living God is a startlingly original work from one of our most acclaimed writers: a moving meditation on female agency, self-determination, biology, and natural rights that speaks to the troubling changes of our time.
Flakes
The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. 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.
Tangerine
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Baby Spell
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EchoExplorer
I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Lord Theus
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. π An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures β count me in! π§Ήπ The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Flame OUT
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Mr. Lucky
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Sky Trinity
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly β it's a game-changer. ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ 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.
Jester
This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. ππ§ The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Silver Agent
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
Sandbox
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Rook
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app's user-friendly interface has made reading on-the-go a breeze. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Frenzy
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. Kudos to the creators for crafting an app that understands audiobook lovers. With smooth playback and thoughtful design, it's a true companion for book enthusiasts. ππ ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. I'm amazed by the app's versatility in downloading audio. It accommodates various sources seamlessly. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Scare Stone
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
BuzzBait
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze β a true travel essential. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
Red Delicious
Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Acetic Princess
ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket.
Good-lookinβ
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
CloudFrenzy
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Electric Player
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content.
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