Book description
“Deliciously dark and shockingly bold—someone needs to make this into a film right now! Lucy Rose is one to watch. This is one of my favorite debuts in a long time.”—Kirsty Logan, author of Now She is Witch and Things We Say in the Dark A FOLK TALE. A HORROR STORY. A LOVE STORY. AN ENCHANTMENT. Margot and Mama have lived by the forest ever since Margot can remember. When Margot is not at school, they spend quiet days together in their cottage, waiting for strangers to knock on their door. Strays, Mama calls them. People who have strayed too far from the road. Mama loves the strays. She feeds them wine, keeps them warm. Then she satisfies her burning appetite by picking apart their bodies. But Mama's want is stronger than her hunger sometimes, and when a beautiful, white-toothed stray named Eden turns up in the heart of a snowstorm, Margot must confront the shifting dynamics of her family, untangle her own desires, and make her bid for freedom. With this gothic coming-of-age tale, debut novelist Lucy Rose explores how women swallow their anger, desire, and animal instincts--and wrings the relationship between mother and daughter until blood drips from it.Review"Beautiful, terrifying . . . . Destined to become a classic."--Washington Post “The maternal bond is well-trodden ground in contemporary fiction but the mother-daughter relationship at the heart of Lucy Rose's first novel, The Lamb, is different. . . . The Lamb, which has been described as a 'rare' and 'tender' coming-of-age story, is not out until February but it has already created a buzz. . . . Rose is now set to join a new generation of horror writers who have helped to attract younger readers to the genre and have created a mini sales boom.” -Sunday Times (London) “This is the book I've been waiting for. Dark, twisted and utterly enthralling, The Lamb is a novel I will never forget. Lucy Rose's prose gave me chills, perfectly capturing the horrors and beauties of girlhood. Dear reader, I predict you will be as obsessed as I am.” -Molly Aitken, author of Bright I BurnSynopsisA TEATIME BOOK CLUB PICK - INSTANT #2 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA FOLK TALE. A HORROR STORY. A LOVE STORY. AN ENCHANTMENT." A] dark, gorgeous concoction."--New York Times"Beautiful, terrifying . . . . Destined to become a classic."--Washington PostFrom an incendiary new talent, a contemporary queer folktale about a mother and daughter living in the woods, for fans of Angela Carter, Margaret Atwood, and Julia Armfield.Margot and Mama have lived by the forest ever since Margot can remember.When Margot is not at school, they spend quiet days together in their cottage, waiting for strangers to knock on their door. Strays, Mama calls them. People who have strayed too far from the road. Mama loves the strays. She feeds them wine, keeps them warm. Then she satisfies her burning appetite by picking apart their bodies.But Mama's want is stronger than her hunger sometimes, and when a beautiful, white-toothed stray named Eden turns up in the heart of a snowstorm, Margot must confront the shifting dynamics of her family, untangle her own desires, and make her bid for freedom.With this gothic coming-of-age tale, debut novelist Lucy Rose explores how women swallow their anger, desire, and animal instincts--and wrings the relationship between mother and daughter until blood drips from it.About the AuthorLucy Rose’s fiction and non-fiction have been published by Dread Central, Mslexia, and more, and her films have visited BAFTA- and Oscar-qualifying film festivals internationally. Lucy’s debut novel, The Lamb, is being published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson in the UK and HarperCollins in the US. Lucy lives on the northeast coast of England with her black cat, Figgy, and is currently working on her next story.
StormCake
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery.
Frosty Snazz
The app's reliability and ease of use make it a true gem in the world of audiobooks. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience.
Kabuki
📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧 Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a standout.
Lady Peach
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
Liquid Death
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze.
Gabriel Dandelion
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
Fast FLAK
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. 🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Trixie
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive features, from statistics tracking to enhanced audio quality, enrich my reading. 📚✨ Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Centurion Sherman
⏰ Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks – energizing! 🌅🎧 ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Cinder Coffee
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. I can’t believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Hobo Samurai
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization.
Sweet Manhattan
This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Friday Fox
ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Mafia Princess
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Juno Cream
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. 🌟 Elevating everyday moments – this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. 📚✨ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories.
Snowflake Pixie
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Killer Merlot
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧 Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential!
180
Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Sw00sh
This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Pitfall Whiskers
The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments.
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