Book description
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEARA BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: NPR, O Magazine, Vanity Fair, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, Shondaland, The New York Times Book Review, Boston Globe, Buzzfeed, Kirkus, Time, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, The Guardian, Literary Hub, Electric Literature, Self, The New York Public Library, Town & Country, Wired, Boston.com, Happy Mag, New Statesman, Vox, Shelf Awareness, Chatelaine, The Undefeated, Apartment Therapy, Brooklyn Based, The End of the World Review, Exile in Bookville, Lit Reactor, BookPage, i-DA FAVORITE BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker, Barack ObamaA BEST BOOK FOR HOLIDAY GIFTS: AV Club, Chicago Tribune, New York Magazine/The Strategist, The Rumpus WINNER of the NBCC John Leonard Prize, the Kirkus Prize, the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, the Dylan Thomas Prize, and the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NATIONAL INDIE BESTSELLER LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER "So delicious that it feels illicit . . . Raven Leilani's first novel reads like summer: sentences like ice that crackle or melt into a languorous drip; plot suddenly, wildly flying forward like a bike down a hill." --Jazmine Hughes, The New York Times Book Review "An irreverent intergenerational tale of race and class that's blisteringly smart and fan-yourself sexy." --Michelle Hart, O: The Oprah Magazine No one wants what no one wants.And how do we even know what we want? How do we know we're ready to take it? Edie is stumbling her way through her twenties--sharing a subpar apartment in Bushwick, clocking in and out of her admin job, making a series of inappropriate sexual choices. She is also haltingly, fitfully giving heat and air to the art that simmers inside her. And then she meets Eric, a digital archivist with a family in New Jersey, including an autopsist wife who has agreed to an open marriage--with rules. As if navigating the constantly shifting landscapes of contemporary sexual manners and racial politics weren't hard enough, Edie finds herself unemployed and invited into Eric's home--though not by Eric. She becomes a hesitant ally to his wife and a de facto role model to his adopted daughter. Edie may be the only Black woman young Akila knows. Irresistibly unruly and strikingly beautiful, razor-sharp and slyly comic, sexually charged and utterly absorbing, Raven Leilani's Luster is a portrait of a young woman trying to make sense of her life--her hunger, her anger--in a tumultuous era. It is also a haunting, aching description of how hard it is to believe in your own talent, and the unexpected influences that bring us into ourselves along the way.
Granola
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient.
Lewd Dice
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win.
Despair
I'm amazed by the variety of genres available – there's something for everyone. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰
Miss Murder
🎉📚 This app has rekindled my love for books – I can't stop listening! 🚀🎧 Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
Morbid Angel
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Blister
🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 Effortlessly switching between stories – this app's ease of use is impressive. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Abiss
Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Potato Sub
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Congo Wire
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences – it's a fantastic touch. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Wanted Candy
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Blue Despair
🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind.
DARK HQ
🛌 Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. 🌙📚 🎙️ Elevating grocery shopping to a whole new level – audiobooks make it an adventure! 🛒📚 Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends.
ByteBard
ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Sky Dahlia
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Tea Kettle
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Fire Fish
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Lava Nibbler
👀📚 Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed – bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! 😴🎧 🏝️🎧 Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads – this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. 🏖️📚 With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Red Pepper
ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Hen Skittle
I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
ThermalMode
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
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