Book description
Named a Best Book of the Year by The Washington Post, Time, NPR, Amazon, Vice, Bustle, The New York Times, The Guardian, Kirkus Reviews, Entertainment Weekly, The AV Club, & Audible A New York Times Bestseller "One of the most compelling protagonists modern fiction has offered in years: a loopy, quietly furious pillhead whose Ambien ramblings and Xanaxed b*tcheries somehow wend their way through sad and funny and strange toward something genuinely profound." -- Entertainment Weekly "Darkly hilarious . . . [Moshfegh's] the kind of provocateur who makes you laugh out loud while drawing blood." --Vogue From one of our boldest, most celebrated new literary voices, a novel about a young woman's efforts to duck the ills of the world by embarking on an extended hibernation with the help of one of the worst psychiatrists in the annals of literature and the battery of medicines she prescribes. Our narrator should be happy, shouldn't she? She's young, thin, pretty, a recent Columbia graduate, works an easy job at a hip art gallery, lives in an apartment on the Upper East Side of Manhattan paid for, like the rest of her needs, by her inheritance. But there is a dark and vacuous hole in her heart, and it isn't just the loss of her parents, or the way her Wall Street boyfriend treats her, or her sadomasochistic relationship with her best friend, Reva. It's the year 2000 in a city aglitter with wealth and possibility; what could be so terribly wrong? My Year of Rest and Relaxation is a powerful answer to that question. Through the story of a year spent under the influence of a truly mad combination of drugs designed to heal our heroine from her alienation from this world, Moshfegh shows us how reasonable, even necessary, alienation can be. Both tender and blackly funny, merciless and compassionate, it is a showcase for the gifts of one of our major writers working at the height of her powers.
Blistered Outlaw
This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is a game-changer.
FLAK Angel
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Silver Agent
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true β from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Black Mustard
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RiddleRanger
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking.
Light Lion
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime β I'm truly grateful. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream.
Trip
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Noise Toy
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around.
Landfill Max
Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a winner. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Sherwood Gladiator
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Hyper
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
Miss Nova
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
New Cycle
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. Navigating audiobooks effortlessly β this app's functionality is commendable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Red Delicious
I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
Chicago Blackout
I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. ListenBook's controls for looping and shuffling playback have made studying and revisiting content a breeze. Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections.
Emerald Vine
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. πΆββοΈπ Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon β this app is my relaxation buddy! ποΈπ§ Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Purity
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Swerve
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Bom Crossed
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's functionality is a true delight.
MuseMaster
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
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