Book description
With the verve and bite of Ottessa Moshfegh and the barbed charm of Nancy Mitford, Marlowe Granados’s stunning début brilliantly captures a summer of striving in New York CityRefreshing and wry in equal measure, Happy Hour is an intoxicatingnovel of youth well spent. Isa Epley is all of twenty-one years old, and already wise enough to understand that the purpose of life is the pursuit of pleasure. She arrives in New York City for a summer of adventure with her best friend, one newly blond Gala Novak. They have little money, but that’s hardly going to stop them from having a good time.In her diary, Isa describes a sweltering summer in the glittering city. By day, the girls sell clothes in a market stall, pinching pennies for their Bed-Stuy sublet and bodega lunches. By night, they weave from Brooklyn to the Upper East Side to the Hamptons among a rotating cast of celebrities, artists, Internet entrepreneurs, stuffy intellectuals, and bad-mannered grifters. Resources run ever tighter and the strain tests their friendship as they try to convert their social capital into something more lasting than precarious gigs as au pairs, nightclub hostesses, paid audience members, and aspiring foot fetish models. Through it all, Isa’s bold, beguiling voice captures the precise thrill of cultivating a life of glamour and intrigue as she juggles paying her dues with skipping out on the bill.Happy Hour is a novel about getting by and looking great in a system that wants you to do neither.
Rando Tank
With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Metal Lady
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JigKraken
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
Fennel Dove
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
Dropkick
📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱 As an audiobook aficionado, this app is a dream come true. Its support for various formats and effortless navigation make it my perfect reading companion. 🌟🎧 Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Guncap Slingbad
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Blizzard Vixen
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Frosty Snazz
Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Easy Mac
Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Natural Mess
ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Fire Fish
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. 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.
Street Squirrel
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Biscuit Meg
Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable. 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.
Third Moon
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
VisionVoyager
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Wiccan Trouble
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. Great for multitasking! I listened while cooking, driving, and even working out, and it kept me entertained the whole time. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, and the story flowed smoothly. Very enjoyable!
DriftDetector
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Versace-Cat
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience.
Mad Robin
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Chuckles
The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
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