Book description
A whip-smart and charming debut novel that brilliantly reimagines Pride and Prejudice, set in contemporary Chinatown, exploring contemporary issues of class divides, family ties, cultural identity, and the pleasures and frustrations that come with falling in love. When Elizabeth Chen's ever-hustling realtor mother finally sells the beloved if derelict community center down the block, the new owners don't look like typical New York City buyers. Brendan Lee and Darcy Wong are good Chinese boys with Hong Kong money. Clean-cut and charismatic, they say they are committed to cleaning up the neighborhood. To Elizabeth, that only means one thing: Darcy is looking to give the center an uptown makeover.Elizabeth is determined to fight for community over profit, even if it means confronting the arrogant, uptight man every chance she gets. But where clever, cynical Elizabeth sees lemons, her mother sees lemonade. Eager to get Elizabeth and her other four daughters ahead in the world (and out of their crammed family apartment), Mrs. Chen takes every opportunity to keep her investors close. Closer than Elizabeth likes.The more time they spend together, the more conflicted Elizabeth feels...until a shocking betrayal forces her to reconsider everything she thought she knew about love, trust, and the kind of person Darcy Wong really is.
Black Fantastic
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Are Ess Tee
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. ππ§ The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
Miss Lucky
I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections.
Snow Cream
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Crazy Rox
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Double Eerie
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate.
Sweetness
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings. 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.
Divine Bramble
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« π§ββοΈβ Unwinding with a cup of tea and a captivating audiobook β relaxation meets intellectual stimulation. π΅π Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a winner.
QuestQuill
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Senior Smurf
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Napoleonic Haze
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QuantumQuill
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SprkR
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences β time flies by! ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly.
Curio
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Jack Cassidy
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Chasm Face
Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories.
Prez Dog
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Riff Raff
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Crash Test
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched.
Moon Cricket
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
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