Book description
The highly anticipated new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Clockmaker's Daughter, a sweeping novel that begins with a shocking crime, the effects of which echo across continents and generationsAdelaide Hills, Christmas Eve, 1959: At the end of a scorching hot day, beside a creek in the grounds of the grand and mysterious house, a local delivery man makes a terrible discovery. A police investigation is called and the small town of Tambilla becomes embroiled in one of the most shocking and perplexing murder cases in the history of South Australia.Many years later and thousands of miles away, Jess is a journalist in search of a story. Having lived and worked in London for almost twenty years, she now finds herself laid off from her full-time job and struggling to make ends meet. A phone call out of nowhere summons her back to Sydney, where her beloved grandmother, Nora, who raised Jess when her mother could not, has suffered a fall and been raced to the hospital. At Nora's house, Jess discovers a book that chronicles the police investigation into a long-buried crime: the Turner Family Tragedy of Christmas Eve, 1959. It is only when Jess skims through the pages that she finds a shocking connection between her own family and this once-infamous event - a murder mystery that has never been resolved satisfactorily.An epic novel that spans generations, Homecoming asks what we would do for those we love, and how we protect the lies we tell. It explores the power of motherhood, the corrosive effects of tightly held secrets, and the healing nature of truth. Above all, it is a beguiling and immensely satisfying novel from one of the finest writers working today.
Pocket Mazda
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. πβ¨ The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
GoldTouch
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Street Squirrel
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QuestWeaver
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Zod
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Turnip King
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Kingfisher
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment.
Woo Woo
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McDreamy
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Seattle Jay
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180
I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Firefly Caramel
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The Dude
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Undergrad Split
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
Master Jetson
This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness.
Video Game Heroine
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
Fatsy Bear
Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. With its powerful audio downloading features, I can have my favorite audiobooks ready to go, anytime and anywhere. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear and distraction-free listening. 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.
Screwtape
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ Audiobooks on the go β this app's design prioritizes convenience. 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.
Emerald Vine
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Granola Dove
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
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