Book description
Winner of the 2023 Pacific Northwest Book Award. "A nuanced mediation on love, identity, and belonging. This story of survival radiates with resilience and hope." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)"This openhearted memoir . . . opens the door to include queer descendants of war survivors into the growing American library of love." --Sarah Schulman, author of Let the Record Show When Putsata Reang was eleven months old, her family fled war-torn Cambodia, spending twenty-three days on an overcrowded navy vessel before finding sanctuary at an American naval base in the Philippines. Holding what appeared to be a lifeless baby in her arms, Ma resisted the captain's orders to throw her bundle overboard. Instead, on landing, Ma rushed her baby into the arms of American military nurses and doctors, who saved the child's life. "I had hope, just a little, you were still alive," Ma would tell Put in an oft-repeated story that became family legend. Over the years, Put lived to please Ma and make her proud, hustling to repay her life debt by becoming the consummate good Cambodian daughter, working steadfastly by Ma's side in the berry fields each summer and eventually building a successful career as an award-winning journalist. But Put's adoration and efforts are no match for Ma's expectations. When she comes out to Ma in her twenties, it's just a phase. When she fails to bring home a Khmer boyfriend, it's because she's not trying hard enough. When, at the age of forty, Put tells Ma she is finally getting married--to a woman--it breaks their bond in two. In her startling memoir, Reang explores the long legacy of inherited trauma and the crushing weight of cultural and filial duty. With rare clarity and lyric wisdom, Ma and Me is a stunning, deeply moving memoir about love, debt, and duty.
Dallas Foxface
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read β this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Red Pepper
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable.
Jelly Momentum
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Lady Killer
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Ex0tic
The family subscription option is a money-saver β everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. I'm impressed by ListenBook's dedication to providing a comfortable listening experience. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's a game-changer.
Coffee
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. 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!
All Natural
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
Feral Mayhem
This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Winded On Friday
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
West Warrior
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a delight. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Barbwire
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats ensures that I can enjoy a wide range of content hassle-free. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook!
Moon Solitaire
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening.
MuseMaster
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Virgo Moon
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Intimidation Station
I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Drag and drop downloads directly from my web browser? That's a level of convenience I appreciate. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant.
Mud Finger
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. π Rekindling my love for stories β this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! ππ Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces β this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. π±π ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Manly Reno
π Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures β audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! ππ π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Houston
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Lucky Martian
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is a true winner. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
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