Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE 2014 EDGAR AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL WINNER OF THE 2014 DILYS AWARD A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF 2013 From New York Times bestselling author William Kent Krueger, a brilliant new novel about a young man, a small town, and murder in the summer of 1961. "That was it. That was all of it. A grace so ordinary there was no reason at all to remember it. Yet I have never across the forty years since it was spoken forgotten a single word." New Bremen, Minnesota, 1961. The Twins were playing their debut season, ice-cold root beers were selling out at the soda counter of Halderson's Drugstore, and Hot Stuff comic books were a mainstay on every barbershop magazine rack. It was a time of innocence and hope for a country with a new, young president. But for thirteen-year-old Frank Drum it was a grim summer in which death visited frequently and assumed many forms. Accident. Nature. Suicide. Murder. Frank begins the season preoccupied with the concerns of any teenage boy, but when tragedy unexpectedly strikes his family--which includes his Methodist minister father; his passionate, artistic mother; Juilliard-bound older sister; and wise-beyond-his-years kid brother--he finds himself thrust into an adult world full of secrets, lies, adultery, and betrayal, suddenly called upon to demonstrate a maturity and gumption beyond his years. Told from Frank's perspective forty years after that fateful summer, Ordinary Grace is a brilliantly moving account of a boy standing at the door of his young manhood, trying to understand a world that seems to be falling apart around him. It is an unforgettable novel about discovering the terrible price of wisdom and the enduring grace of God.
Romance Guppy
ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Flint Cast-Iron
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Lava Nibbler
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ThoughtTracer
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Miss Twilight
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Nutmeg Riot
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Doll Champagne
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Sir Squire
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Sienna Princess
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Station WMD
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CosPlatoon
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Wild Kitten
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NexusNavigator
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively.
Boost Princess
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FLAK Angel
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
QuantumQuipper
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Cross Thread
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is impressive. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch β it's like having a personalized reading.
Irish Dze
ListenBook's unlimited length of audiobooks with the Pro version is a fantastic value for avid listeners. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. π§ Making housework more enjoyable β audiobooks turn mundane chores into moments of discovery. π§Ήπ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature.
Fuzzy Rainbow
Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. 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.
Trash Pocky
βοΈ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. ππ I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
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