Book description
*BELLETRIST JUNE BOOK CLUB PICK* Named a Best Book of May by TIME Magazine & Glamour One of NPR's Best Books of the Year This darkly funny and provocative novel reimagines classic fairy tale characters as modern women in a support group for trauma. In present-day New York City, five women meet in a basement support group to process their traumas. Bernice grapples with the fallout of dating a psychopathic, blue-bearded billionaire. Ruby, once devoured by a wolf, now wears him as a coat. Gretel questions her memory of being held captive in a house made of candy. Ashlee, the winner of a Bachelor-esque dating show, wonders if she really got her promised fairy tale ending. And Raina's love story will shock them all. Though the women start out wary of one another, judging each other's stories, gradually they begin to realize that they may have more in common than they supposed . . . What really brought them here? What secrets will they reveal? And is it too late for them to rescue each other? Dark, edgy, and wickedly funny, this debut for readers of Carmen Maria Machado, Kristen Arnett, and Kelly Link takes our coziest, most beloved childhood stories, exposes them as anti-feminist nightmares, and transforms them into a new kind of myth for grown-up women.
Mechani-Man
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Sherm
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Z-Boy
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Kitchen
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Slinger
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Marbles
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Murmur
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. 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.
Zod
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Napoleonic Haze
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Undergrad Split
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Mule Skinner
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Ladysmith
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Rosie Bird
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VisionVoyager
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Mauve Cactus
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Pepper Mouse
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Speedwell
Accessing my favorite audiobooks has never been easier β this app's user-centric design and comprehensive features make it an absolute gem. π±π§ ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically.
The Beekeeper
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day! The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Ella of Light
I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres β there's something for everyone. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. πβ¨ The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
Blister
I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. Iβm blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and Iβve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
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