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.
Armed Hawk
๐ This app is a game-changer โ its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ๐๐ง CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Boo
Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
ByteBard
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. Iโm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app! Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actorโs tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaintsโjust a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Nola
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Icy Avenger
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a true triumph.
Snowflake Pixie
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Tunez
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level.
Light Despair
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. ๐งโโ๏ธ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks โ mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ง Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
CyberScribe
As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure! Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! ListenBookโs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iโll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
QuestQuill
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app. 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 featureโit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Kazami of Truth
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
NexusNomad
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys โ thank you, app! This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Frosty
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. ๐ผ Making every minute count โ this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. ๐ฑ๐
Cougar Fuzz
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle โ I can enjoy books while doing chores! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books.
ManBreaker
This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Lime
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption โ a fantastic way to measure my progress. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. The appโs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Drugstore Cowboy
ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. ๐๐ CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
Lady In Red
I can't believe how much more I'm able to read with the help of this app. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ๐๐ง
Washer
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read โ this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Enhancing my daily routines โ this app's design makes listening a joy. Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Tabasco Dracula
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. ๐ก This app's convenience is a blessing โ I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! ๐ฑ๐ฉโ๐ณ ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
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