Book description
'Mickey: Surviving Salvation' is the story of a boy shaped by abandonment and abuse, who returns to his estranged mother at age 12 and has to figure out how to survive in her new life. Based on the author's real-life childhood, Mickey tries to find his place amidst poverty, suffering and religious self-righteousness in the 1950's. From Chicago to Mormon country in Ogden, Utah, where religious intolerance strikes deep, and finally to California, the honest and raw voice of young Mickey takes the reader on an emotional journey of adolescence, in which the determination to survive creates unlikely moments of hope and triumph. -Sequel to 'Mickey: The Giveaway Boy'
About the Author
Robert M. Shafer (1942-2020) is the author of Mickey: The Giveaway Boy. He grew up as a Chicago slum boy and abandoned child. Robert served 1960-64 in the US Navy and worked 35 years as a film/video editor in San Francisco. His childhood inspired much of his writing.
Voodoo Queen
ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Divine Quasar
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of β now they're my favorites! The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Wings
The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best!
Hex Panther
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. π Rekindling my literary flame β this app has brought back the joy of reading in a whole new format. ππ CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure. 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.
Pink Nightmare
Download options are plenty β I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. 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.
xSTORMx
This audiobook app is a true gem β it brings stories to life with every click. πΌ Making work hours enjoyable β audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. π»π The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Tea Kettle
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback.
Gold Bentley
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's a game-changer. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience.
Snow Cream
Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! π±π No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Mafia Rapunzel
Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends β and they all love it! ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips.
Phoenix Tetra
I've become a more attentive listener thanks to the engaging audiobooks. I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. π§ββοΈ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks β mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. π§ββοΈπ§
Bombay Shivers
πΆββοΈπ Walking my way through exciting narratives β this app makes exercise more fun! ποΈπ§ 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!
HighBomber
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound β it adds a personal touch. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all things audio β from lectures to speeches, it's got it all. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a seamless addition to my daily routine.
Pinup Diva
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Gothic Gucci
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a perfect match. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Golden Cougar
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly.
Divine Quasar
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly.
Star Scratch
With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes. π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨
Starshine
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again β but in a modern, convenient way. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease!
New York Sixlet
ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. Savoring audiobooks without complications β this app's design is top-notch.
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