Book description
Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by Oprah Daily, Elle, and LitHub! A LibraryReads Pick for March 2023! From Jeannette Walls, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Glass Castle, comes a riveting new novel about an indomitable young woman in Virginia during Prohibition. Most folk thought Sallie Kincaid was a nobody who'd amount to nothing. Sallie had other plans. Sallie Kincaid is the daughter of the biggest man in a small town, the charismatic Duke Kincaid. Born at the turn of the 20th century into a life of comfort and privilege, Sallie remembers little about her mother who died in a violent argument with the Duke. By the time she is just eight years old, the Duke has remarried and had a son, Eddie. While Sallie is her father's daughter, sharp-witted and resourceful, Eddie is his mother's son, timid and cerebral. When Sallie tries to teach young Eddie to be more like their father, her daredevil coaching leads to an accident, and Sallie is cast out. Nine years later, she returns, determined to reclaim her place in the family. That's a lot more complicated than Sallie expected, and she enters a world of conflict and lawlessness. Sallie confronts the secrets and scandals that hide in the shadows of the Big House, navigates the factions in the family and town, and finally comes into her own as a bold, sometimes reckless bootlegger. You will fall in love with Sallie Kincaid, a feisty and fearless, terrified and damaged young woman who refuses to be corralled.
Lilac Lizard
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The Belgian
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VisionVortex
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Phoenix Tetra
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. 🌌🎧 AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
RedFisher
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RoarSweetie
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LocKz
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Bowler
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Dream Killer
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Hobo Samurai
This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
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Roadblock
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
RiddleRover
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New Magoo
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Waylay Dave
This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
WanderWord
This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's design is a game-changer. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Demand Chopper
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InsightfulInk
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
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