Book description
From New York Times bestselling author Holly Goldberg Sloan, a hilarious and heartfelt novel for fans of Maria Semple and Emma Straub about a family trying to restore a ramshackle beachside motel--and their own lives What good was thinking the future only held cloudy skies? Wasn't the reality that pieces of blue were always there, waiting to break through? When Paul Hill drowns in a surfing accident, his broken-hearted wife, Lindsey, and their three children are left in huge financial trouble. Once Paul's life insurance finally comes through, Lindsey impulsively uses the money to buy a charmingly ramshackle motel in Hawai'i, hoping for a fresh start. Teenage Olivia quickly develops a crush on a handsome but monosyllabic skateboarder. Twelve-year-old Carlos reinvents himself as a popular kid named Carl. And Sena, the youngest, will do whatever it takes to protect her beloved motel chickens. But while the kids adjust, Lindsey is flailing, trying to pretend she knows how to bring a motel--and herself--back to life. Then a handsome stranger rolls into the motel parking lot, and she's surprised to feel a long-dormant part of herself stirring. She accepts his offer to help, unaware that he may have secrets of his own. And all the while, out in the Pacific, the trade winds are fiercely blowing. Funny and tender, full of twists and turns and heart, Pieces of Blue is a portrait of an irresistible family learning to start over.
Shamrock
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Junkyard Dog
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Elektrik
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Green Scavenger
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Predator
The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
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Hyper
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Sleepwalker
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NexusNavigator
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. Efficiency and ease combined β this app is a must-have for book lovers. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Accidental Genius
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Blade
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Double Eerie
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
Mint Ness
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. Downloading books directly in the app is so easy. Highly recommend! 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!
Duchess
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Divine Bramble
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Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
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