Book description
Named a most-anticipated book of 2024 by NPR.org, Oprah Daily, Town & Country, The Millions, Financial Times, and more. A gripping memoir of one woman's self-discovery inside a top Wall Street firm, and an urgent indictment of privilege, extreme wealth, and work culture When we meet Carrie Sun, she can't shake the feeling that she's wasting her life. The daughter of Chinese immigrants, Carrie excelled in school, graduated early from MIT, and climbed the corporate ladder, all in pursuit of the American dream. But at twenty-nine, she's left her analyst job, dropped out of an MBA program, and is trapped in an unhappy engagement. So when she gets the rare opportunity to work at one of the most prestigious hedge funds in the world, she knows she can't say no. Fourteen interviews later, she's in. Carrie is the sole assistant to the firm's billionaire founder. She manages his work life, becoming the right hand to an investor who can move mountains and markets with a single phone call. Eager to impress, she dives headfirst into the firm's culture, which values return on time above all else. A luxury-laden world opens up for her, and Carrie learns that money can solve nearly everything. Playing the game at the highest levels, amid the ultimate winners in our winner-take-all economy, Carrie soon finds her identity swallowed whole by work. With her physical and mental health deteriorating, she begins to rethink what it actually means to waste one's life. A searing examination of our relationship to work, Carrie's story illuminates the struggle for balance in a world of extremes: efficiency and excess, status and aspiration, power and fortune. Private Equity is a universal tale of self-invention from a dazzling new voice, daring to ask what we're willing to sacrifice to get to the top-and what it might take to break free and leave it all behind.
Feline Devil
🎶📚 My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. 🎧🎶 Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
Morbid Sugar
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. 🌟 Reading has never been this easy – this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. 📚💫 Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Tin Mutt
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Acid Queen
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. Audiobook excellence made simple – this app's functionality is a true asset. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have.
MuseMaster
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Super Flick
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Arsenic Coo
📚 Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. 📱🎧 Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! 📱🎧 ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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! ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. 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!
Snow Hound
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls – it's a joy to navigate. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. 🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 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.
Hobo Samurai
This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy.
RedFeet
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. 💪 Crushing workouts while devouring books – this app makes fitness fun and educational! 🏋️♀️🎉
Chameleon
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. 📱 My pocket-sized library – this app makes reading accessible anytime, anywhere! 📚📱 Love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Bom Crossed
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Whip Chu
Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate.
White Dragon
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly.
Athena Star
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Aqua Diva
🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is a triumph. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Freak
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. 🔥 Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine – this app is my secret weapon! ✨📖 The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Shady Prairie
📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Betty Cricket
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Devil Chick
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless.
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