Book description
* The million-copy bestseller* * National Book Award finalist * * One of the New York Times's 10 Best Books of 2017 * * Selected for Emma Watson's Our Shared Shelf book club * 'This is a captivating book... Min Jin Lee's novel takes us through four generations and each character's search for identity and success. It's a powerful story about resilience and compassion' BARACK OBAMA. Yeongdo, Korea 1911. In a small fishing village on the banks of the East Sea, a club-footed, cleft-lipped man marries a fifteen-year-old girl. The couple have one child, their beloved daughter Sunja. When Sunja falls pregnant by a married yakuza, the family face ruin. But then Isak, a Christian minister, offers her a chance of salvation: a new life in Japan as his wife. Following a man she barely knows to a hostile country in which she has no friends, no home, and whose language she cannot speak, Sunja's salvation is just the beginning of her story. Through eight decades and four generations, Pachinko is an epic tale of family, identity, love, death and survival.
Spitfire
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable.
Storm Master
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Cosmic Presence
πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! πββοΈπ πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β audiobooks make my runs more exciting! πββοΈπ§ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Poppy Coffee
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Mr. Fabulous
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. ππ This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Friday Ferrari
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Swedish Twizz
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Tea Kettle
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle β I can enjoy books while doing chores! This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener.
Intimidation Station
With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
London Fox
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Lucky Brandy
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Drugstore Cowboy
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Troubadour
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. ListenBookβs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
Bad Bond
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy.
Mud Eye
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
WanderWord
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Ex0tic
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook's versatility with various audio formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from multiple sources effortlessly.
WanderWord
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. I'm hooked on this app's curated content β it's like having a personal librarian. I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. π Transforming long drives into memorable journeys through the magic of audiobooks! ππ The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference.
X-Dew
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East Army
Efficient audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is a revelation. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand that transforms even the noisiest environments into cozy listening spaces. 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! This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
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