Book description
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK Named a Best Book of the Year by The New York Times, The Washington Post, TIME, NPR, Entertainment Weekly, Vanity Fair, O, the Oprah Magazine, Esquire, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, Good Housekeeping, Refinery29, Real Simple, Kirkus Reviews, Electric Literature, and Lit Hub "A masterpiece." --NPR "No other novel this year captures so gracefully the full palette of America." --The Washington Post "Wryly funny, gently devastating." --Entertainment Weekly A funny and profound story about family in all its strange forms, joyful and hard-won vulnerability, becoming who you're supposed to be, and the limits of love. Benson and Mike are two young guys who live together in Houston. Mike is a Japanese American chef at a Mexican restaurant and Benson's a Black day care teacher, and they've been together for a few years--good years--but now they're not sure why they're still a couple. There's the sex, sure, and the meals Mike cooks for Benson, and, well, they love each other. But when Mike finds out his estranged father is dying in Osaka just as his acerbic Japanese mother, Mitsuko, arrives in Texas for a visit, Mike picks up and flies across the world to say goodbye. In Japan he undergoes an extraordinary transformation, discovering the truth about his family and his past. Back home, Mitsuko and Benson are stuck living together as unconventional roommates, an absurd domestic situation that ends up meaning more to each of them than they ever could have predicted. Without Mike's immediate pull, Benson begins to push outwards, realizing he might just know what he wants out of life and have the goods to get it. Both men will change in ways that will either make them stronger together, or fracture everything they've ever known. And just maybe they'll all be okay in the end.
SmartieQuest
With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. πΌ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories β a true work-life balance! π»π ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
Racy Lady
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in β all thanks to this app. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨ Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Grave Scuttlebutt
Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Fire Bite
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is commendable. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied.
Engine Eye
The offline mode is a lifesaver on flights β I'm never without a good story. This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch.
Blister
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting β pure magic! I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience.
RetroMirage
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
High Beam
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. This audiobook app is a true gem β it brings stories to life with every click. Audiobook pleasure without the fuss β this app's functionality is top-notch. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Fennel Dove
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable.
Tart Voodoo
Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable.
Wiccan Thunder
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
LoreLoomer
The sound quality is outstanding β it's like having a movie theater in my ears! I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations β they're spot on. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. The app's performance is beyond impressive. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions!
Doughboy, Esq
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience! Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook!
Shadow Bishop
Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
Digital Goddess
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
THRESHmSTR
I've never been so entertained while doing household chores β this app is a lifesaver! ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. Every moment is an adventure with this app by my side. Its intuitive features and diverse format support ensure that my audiobook journey is seamless and exciting. ππ§
Candy Butcher
ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me!
Domino Combat
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover.
Cowboy Booter
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. π Turning my phone into a portal of stories β this app's ease of use is remarkable! π±π« 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.
LocKz
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained.
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