Book description
"I remember the movement of his hips pressing against the pinball machine. This one sentence had me in its grip until the end. Two young men find each other, always fearing that life itself might be the villain standing in their way. A stunning and heart-gripping tale." --André Aciman, author of Call Me by Your Name A New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice The critically acclaimed, internationally beloved novel by Philippe Besson--"this year's Call Me By Your Name" (Vulture) with raves in The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, Vanity Fair, Vogue, O, The Oprah Magazine, and Out--about an affair between two teenage boys in 1984 France, translated with subtle beauty and haunting lyricism by the iconic and internationally acclaimed actress and writer Molly Ringwald. In this "sexy, pure, and radiant story" (Out), Philippe chances upon a young man outside a hotel in Bordeaux who bears a striking resemblance to his first love. What follows is a look back at the relationship he's never forgotten, a hidden affair with a boy named Thomas during their last year of high school. Thomas is the son of a farmer; Philippe the son of a school principal. At school, they don't acknowledge each other. But they steal time to meet in secret, carrying on a passionate, world-altering affair. Despite the intensity of their attraction, from the beginning Thomas knows how it will end: "Because you will leave and we will stay," he says. Philippe becomes a writer and travels the world, though as this "tender, sensuous novel" (The New York Times Book Review) shows, he never lets go of the relationship that shaped him, and every story he's ever told. "Beautifully translated by Ringwald" (NPR), this is "Philippe Besson's book of a lifetime...an elegiac tale of first, hidden love" (The New Yorker).
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Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. I’ve tried several audiobook players, but ListenBook stands out for its reliability and ease of use. The equalizer and voice boost features make every book sound amazing. Plus, the dark mode is perfect for nighttime listening. Great job, developers!
Skittle Mine
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Miss Murder
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AxelRoad
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Bombay Shivers
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
CodeExia
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Flashpoint
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Junkyard Dog
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Soiled Dove
This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Wildcat Appaloosa
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Zero Corn
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Double Eerie
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
TulipCake
An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. 📚🎧 ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Wild Kitten
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. Audiobooks have become my travel companions, and this app is my guide. This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket.
Chocolate Thunder
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Murder Cherry
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Celtic Charger
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Dakota Bliss
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. One of the best audiobooks I’ve heard! The story was compelling, and the narrator’s delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
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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