Book description
A TIME MUST-READ FOR 2024'A moving story of how easily a life can be submerged by work, and what it takes to regain one's soul'Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand WeeksWhat are you willing to sacrifice to get to the top? What might it take to leave it all behind?Carrie Sun can't shake the feeling that she's wasting her life. At twenty-nine, she's left her job, dropped out of an MBA program and is trapped in an unhappy engagement. So when she gets the opportunity to work at one of the most prestigious hedge funds in the world - as the sole assistant to the firm's billionaire founder - she can't say no.But playing the game at the highest levels comes at a cost. Amid the ultimate winners in our winner-takes-all economy, Carrie soon finds her identity swallowed whole, struggling for balance in a world of extremes: of efficiency and excess, status and aspiration, power and fortune.'A penetrating but all the more necessary critique of extreme wealth and toxic work culture as [Sun] questions what it really means to waste one's life' Oprah Daily, The Most Anticipated Books of 2024
Spunky Comet
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Darkside Orbit
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Miss Lucky
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VenusXX
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket.
Lil Rebel Ma
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Twin Blaze
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Freak
ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery – a win-win! This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
The Shield Toronto
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. Audiobook adventures simplified – this app's functionality is a revelation.
HolyCombo
🎉 My audiobook haven – this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! 📚🔑 Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Lucky Martian
With this app, I've discovered a whole new way to enjoy literature. 🏃♂️📚 I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. 📱📖 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!
Electric Player
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph.
Infinite Hole
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Chlorine
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
BlackExcalibur
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back!
King Bass
The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Valley Guardian
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. 📖📱 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Swedish Twizz
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights – it's a true audio marvel. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience.
WittyWordsmith
Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. I’m 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!
Dark Burn
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption.
Guillotine
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. 📖📱 This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
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