Book description
A Read with Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick!
Finalist for the 2020 National Book Award (Fiction)
One of Barack Obama's Summer Favorites
A Best Book of the Year From: The Washington Post Time NPR Elle Esquire Kirkus Library Journal The Chicago Public Library The New York Public Library BookPage The Globe and Mail EW.com The LA Times USA Today InStyle The New Yorker AARP Publisher's Lunch LitHub Book Marks Electric Literature Brooklyn Based The Boston Globe
A magnetic novel about two families, strangers to each other, who are forced together on a long weekend gone terribly wrong.
From the bestselling author of Rich and Pretty comes a suspenseful and provocative novel keenly attuned to the complexities of parenthood, race, and class. Leave the World Behind explores how our closest bonds are reshaped--and unexpected new ones are forged--in moments of crisis.
Amanda and Clay head out to a remote corner of Long Island expecting a vacation: a quiet reprieve from life in New York City, quality time with their teenage son and daughter, and a taste of the good life in the luxurious home they've rented for the week. But a late-night knock on the door breaks the spell. Ruth and G. H. are an older couple--it's their house, and they've arrived in a panic. They bring the news that a sudden blackout has swept the city. But in this rural area--with the TV and internet now down, and no cell phone service--it's hard to know what to believe.
Should Amanda and Clay trust this couple--and vice versa? What happened back in New York? Is the vacation home, isolated from civilization, a truly safe place for their families? And are they safe from one other?
"A ... novel about two families--strangers to each other--who are forced together on a long weekend gone terribly wrong"--
Ozzie Treat
Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊 The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! 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.
Chapstick
This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my mood—what a creative addition! Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out.
Wings
Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Thumb Candy
🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Sky Dahlia
🏝️🎧 Escaping to paradise with a beach read – this app is my vacation in audio form! 🏖️📖 Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. I’ll be checking out more from this narrator for sure. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Ginger Chaos
With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Mr. Gadget
Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Avenge Paws
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Old Orange Eyes
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. 💼 Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! 💻📖 🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Mrs. Voltage
Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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!
Lady In Red
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
RealmRanger
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. 🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚
VisionVortex
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn even the most mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
Daffy Neo
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me.
DZE
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way – while cooking, working out, or even gardening. Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight.
Knight Light
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. 🎧 Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app – pure listening pleasure! 📚🔥 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Homerun Diva
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. Downloading audiobooks is a breeze, thanks to the variety of options available. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Gov Skull
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. 🎶📚 My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. 🎧🎶 The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Solitaire
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app – it's like being in the story. 🎉 Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks – this app turns errands into epic quests! 🛒📖 Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide.
Miss Lucky
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser – a time-saver! Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
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