Book description
Imagine hearing the crackle of vinyl and the clink of cocktail glasses as you're pulled into the heart of 1960s Laurel Canyon. Ella Berman's L.A. Women isn't just a novel-it's an immersive, electric experience you'll hear, not just read. As T. Greenwood brilliantly notes, it's My Brilliant Friend meets Daisy Jones in the most intoxicating way, and the audiobook format makes it utterly irresistible.
You'll follow Lane Warren, once a rising star now clawing her way back, as she races to finish a novel based on her former friend and rival, Gala Margolis. But Gala's vanished, and the truth of their tangled past-of ambition, envy, and a betrayal that shattered everything-is buried in those missing months. The audiobook masterfully shifts between past and present, letting you feel the glittering chaos of Hollywood parties and the raw, whispered confessions in dimly lit rooms. You can almost hear Gala's laughter, feel Lane's growing envy, and sense the unspoken tension that crackles like static before a storm.
Katy Hays calls it "nothing short of iconic," and you'll understand why. The narration is flawless, capturing every nuance-from Gala's free-spirited charm to Lane's sharp, wounded resolve. The soundtrack of the era? It's woven into the fabric of the story, making Laurel Canyon feel alive, dangerous, and achingly beautiful. You'll lean in as the story reveals the devastating moment Lane crossed a line, forever altering both their lives. It's a question that haunts the entire book: At what cost does great art emerge? And who pays the price?
This isn't just a story about writers-it's a razor-sharp exploration of friendship, jealousy, and the messy, heartbreaking choices women make when ambition collides with intimacy. The audiobook's power lies in its intimacy; you're not just hearing the words, you're living them. You'll find yourself pausing the book just to sit with the weight of those final revelations, the echo of that irreversible betrayal lingering long after the last page. If you love stories where every character feels real, where the setting is a character itself, and where the emotional stakes are impossible to ignore, L.A. Women is an absolute must-listen. It's a masterpiece that doesn't just tell a story-it makes you feel the glitter, hear the whispers, and question your own choices. Press play, and let this unforgettable tale sweep you away.
Slow Trot
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Delicious
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FlyGuardX
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Irish Dze
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Soiled Dove
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Easy Street
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Nessie
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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