Book description
"This is a deeply impressive book, and I think an important one. Its intensity, its narrative attack, the fascinations of its era and setting, make it impossible to tear the attention away. Energy and inventiveness distinguish every page." -- Hilary MantelFrom an unforgettable new voice in Caribbean literature, a sweeping story of two families colliding in 1940s Trinidad--and a chilling mystery that shows how interconnected their lives truly are Trinidad in the 1940s, nearing the end of American occupation and British colonialism. On a hill overlooking Bell Village sits the Changoor farm, where Dalton and Marlee Changoor live in luxury unrecognizable to those who reside in the farm's shadow. Down below is the Barrack, a ramshackle building of wood and tin, divided into rooms occupied by whole families. Among these families are the Saroops--Hans, Shweta, and their son, Krishna, all three born of the barracks. Theirs are hard lives of backbreaking work, grinding poverty, devotion to faith, and a battle against nature and a social structure designed to keep them where they are.But when Dalton goes missing and Marlee's safety is compromised, farmhand Hans is lured by the promise of a handsome stipend to move to the farm as a watchman. As the mystery of Dalton's disappearance unfolds, the lives of the wealthy couple and those who live in the barracks below become insidiously entwined, their community changed forever and in shocking ways.A searing and singular novel of religion, class, family, and historical violence, and rooted in Trinidad's wild pastoral landscape and inspired by oral storytelling traditions, Hungry Ghosts is deeply resonant of its time and place while evoking the roots and ripple effects of generational trauma and linked histories; the lingering resentments, sacrifices, and longings that alter destinies; and the consequences of powerlessness. Lyrically told and rendered with harrowing beauty, Hungry Ghosts is a stunning piece of storytelling and an affecting mystery, from a blazingly talented writer.
Bad Bond
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2nd Hand Joe
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HolyCombo
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Bad Beh8vior
ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. 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.
M8deUp
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Trip
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ThoughtTrail
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Mosquit-No
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Trixie
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Sleepwalker
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodโwhat a creative addition! ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features. ListenBookโs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Riff Raff
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Sleek Zelda
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Tall Honey
With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
Cardinal Rebel
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Roller Girl
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. The appโs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Neophyte Believer
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of โ now they're my favorites! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
Risen
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge.
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