Book description
A struggling novelist travels the world to avoid an awkward wedding in this hilarious Pulitzer Prize-winning novel full of "arresting lyricism and beauty" (The New York Times Book Review).WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZENational BestsellerA New York Times Notable Book of 2017A Washington Post Top Ten Book of 2017A San Francisco Chronicle Top Ten Book of 2017Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence, the Lambda Award, and the California Book AwardWho says you can't run away from your problems? You are a failed novelist about to turn fifty. A wedding invitation arrives in the mail: your boyfriend of the past nine years is engaged to someone else. You can't say yes--it would be too awkward--and you can't say no--it would look like defeat. On your desk are a series of invitations to half-baked literary events around the world.QUESTION: How do you arrange to skip town?ANSWER: You accept them all.What would possibly go wrong? Arthur Less will almost fall in love in Paris, almost fall to his death in Berlin, barely escape to a Moroccan ski chalet from a Saharan sandstorm, accidentally book himself as the (only) writer-in-residence at a Christian Retreat Center in Southern India, and encounter, on a desert island in the Arabian Sea, the last person on Earth he wants to face. Somewhere in there: he will turn fifty. Through it all, there is his first love. And there is his last.Because, despite all these mishaps, missteps, misunderstandings and mistakes, Less is, above all, a love story.A scintillating satire of the American abroad, a rumination on time and the human heart, a bittersweet romance of chances lost, by an author The New York Times has hailed as "inspired, lyrical," "elegiac," "ingenious," as well as "too sappy by half," Less shows a writer at the peak of his talents raising the curtain on our shared human comedy."I could not love LESS more."--Ron Charles, The Washington Post"Andrew Sean Greer's Less is excellent company. It's no less than bedazzling, bewitching and be-wonderful."--Christopher Buckley, The New York Times Book Review
Mother Night
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Delicious Cupid
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Jigsaw
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Springheel Jack
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Boost Princess
Audiobooks on the go β this app's design prioritizes convenience. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Twine X
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Green Ghost
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HighBomber
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Swedish Twizz
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PixelPathfinder
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Berry Succubus
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Hidden Tree
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Ice
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy.
Bad Princess
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SWAT Honey
With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks β it's truly invigorating. πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
Plenty Orange
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook has made my audiobook journey effortless, turning every moment into an escape. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Low Menace
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. π Indulging in soothing bedtime stories β this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. ππ I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ππ Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Tin Fox
Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
Delicious Wing
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
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