Book description
2022 Edgar Award Nominee for Best Novel"A fantastic novel. . . . You are going to like this a lot."--Stephen King"What's more thrilling than a fictional character speaking to us in a voice we haven't heard before, a voice so authentic and immediate--think Huck Finn, Holden Caulfield, Mattie Ross--that we suspect it must've been there all along, that we somehow managed to miss it? Daniel, the protagonist of Will Leitch's smart, funny, heartbreaking new novel How Lucky, is just such a voice, and I'm not sure it will ever completely leave my head, or that I want it to."--Richard RussoFor readers of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and Nothing to See Here, a first novel as suspenseful and funny as it is moving, the unforgettable story of a fiercely resilient young man living with a physical disability, and his efforts to solve a mystery unfolding right outside his door. Daniel leads a rich life in the university town of Athens, Georgia. He's got a couple close friends, a steady paycheck working for a regional airline, and of course, for a few glorious days each Fall, college football tailgates. He considers himself to be a mostly lucky guy--despite the fact that he's suffered from a debilitating disease since he was a small child, one that has left him unable to speak or to move without a wheelchair. Largely confined to his home, Daniel spends the hours he's not online communicating with irate air travelers observing his neighborhood from his front porch. One young woman passes by so frequently that spotting her out the window has almost become part of his daily routine. Until the day he's almost sure he sees her being kidnapped...
Contrary Mary
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Juice Petite
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Heaven Sent
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Tweety Bun Bun
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Badger the Burglar
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Capital F
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Plegasus
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Delicious
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams! The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Day Hawk
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D-Hog-Day
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Little General
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Darling Peacock
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Sokol
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
InsightfulInk
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Round Kick Boomer
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Killer Grenade
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
The Belgian
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
Overrun
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening 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