Book description
NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE WASHINGTON POST, VOGUE, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, NPR, ESQUIRE, AND KIRKUS"There's some kind of genius sorcery in this novel. It's startlingly original, hilarious and harrowing by turns, finally transcendent. Watkins writes like an avenging angel. It's thrilling and terrifying to stand in her wake." --Jenny Offill, author of Dept. of Speculation and Weather A darkly funny, soul-rending novel of love in an epoch of collapse--one woman's furious revisiting of family, marriage, work, sex, and motherhood. Since my baby was born, I have been able to laugh and see the funny side of things. a) As much as I ever did. b) Not quite as much now. c) Not so much now. d) Not at all. Leaving behind her husband and their baby daughter, a writer gets on a flight for a speaking engagement in Reno, not carrying much besides a breast pump and a spiraling case of postpartum depression. Her temporary escape from domestic duties and an opportunity to reconnect with old friends mutates into an extended romp away from the confines of marriage and motherhood, and a seemingly bottomless descent into the past. Deep in the Mojave Desert where she grew up, she meets her ghosts at every turn: the first love whose self-destruction still haunts her; her father, a member of the most famous cult in American history; her mother, whose native spark gutters with every passing year. She can't go back in time to make any of it right, but what exactly is her way forward? Alone in the wilderness, at last she begins to make herself at home in the world. Bold, tender, and often hilarious, I Love You but I've Chosen Darkness reaffirms Watkins as one of the signal writers of our time.
Midnight Rambler
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3D Waffle
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable.
The Howling Swede
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Mr. Wholesome
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Venom Charms
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Easy Sweep
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes β options galore to suit everyone's preferences.
Captain Peroxide
ListenBook's versatile player features are like having a personal audio assistant β it's that good! ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Marshmallow Treat
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Twix Esses
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Lewd Dice
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Barbera Shift
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Taz Ringer
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Super Flick
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I'm hooked on this app's seamless performance β it's like having a personal audiobook curator. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Buckshot
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Spit Turanga
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Diamond Gamer
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Tough Nut
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Blister
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Rando Tank
This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Teeder
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, making even the busiest days enjoyable. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
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