Book description
Audiobook performed by Tom HanksPulitzer Prize Finalist | New York Times Bestseller | A Read with Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick | A New York Times Book Review Notable Book | TIME Magazine's 100 Must-Read Books of the YearNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by NPR, The Washington Post; O: The Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, Vogue, Refinery29, and BuzzfeedFrom Ann Patchett, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Commonwealth, comes a powerful, richly moving story that explores the indelible bond between two siblings, the house of their childhood, and a past that will not let them go. The Dutch House is the story of a paradise lost, a tour de force that digs deeply into questions of inheritance, love and forgiveness, of how we want to see ourselves and of who we really are.At the end of the Second World War, Cyril Conroy combines luck and a single canny investment to begin an enormous real estate empire, propelling his family from poverty to enormous wealth. His first order of business is to buy the Dutch House, a lavish estate in the suburbs outside of Philadelphia. Meant as a surprise for his wife, the house sets in motion the undoing of everyone he loves.The story is told by Cyril's son Danny, as he and his older sister, the brilliantly acerbic and self-assured Maeve, are exiled from the house where they grew up by their stepmother. The two wealthy siblings are thrown back into the poverty their parents had escaped from and find that all they have to count on is one another. It is this unshakeable bond between them that both saves their lives and thwarts their futures.Set over the course of five decades, The Dutch House is a dark fairy tale about two smart people who cannot overcome their past. Despite every outward sign of success, Danny and Maeve are only truly comfortable when they're together. Throughout their lives they return to the well-worn story of what they've lost with humor and rage. But when at last they're forced to confront the people who left them behind, the relationship between an indulged brother and his ever-protective sister is finally tested.
Pockets
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Street Jolly
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Necromancer
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Alberta
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Tornado Maker
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
German Coach
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Delicious Cupid
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Virgo Moon
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Mule Skinner
Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Cricket
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Mr. Spy
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience.
White Swan
I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find.
Golden Cougar
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Free Ham
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. 🔥 Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger – this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. 📱📖 Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like I’m in the story. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
High Deck
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Dahlia Bumble
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Mad Irishman
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ManManMan
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener.
SereneScribe
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. 📚🎧
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