Book description
A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK - This beautiful, page-turning and redemptive story of a mother's gripping journey across the Caribbean to find her stolen children and piece her family back together is a "celebration of motherhood and female resilience" (The Observer). "A powerful novel that explores how freedom and family are truly defined"--Marie Benedict, New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Personal Librarian Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by Real Simple, Goodreads, AARP, Boston.com, BookBub and BookRiot Her search begins with an ending.... The master of the Providence plantation in Barbados gathers his slaves and announces the king has decreed an end to slavery. As of the following day, the Emancipation Act of 1834 will come into effect. The cries of joy fall silent when he announces that they are no longer his slaves; they are now his apprentices. No one can leave. They must work for him for another six years. Freedom is just another name for the life they have always lived. So Rachel runs. Away from Providence, she begins a desperate search to find her children--the five who survived birth and were sold. Are any of them still alive? Rachel has to know. The grueling, dangerous journey takes her from Barbados then, by river, deep into the forest of British Guiana and finally across the sea to Trinidad. She is driven on by the certainty that a mother cannot be truly free without knowing what has become of her children, even if the answer is more than she can bear. These are the stories of Mary Grace, Micah, Thomas Augustus, Cherry Jane and Mercy. But above all this is the story of Rachel and the extraordinary lengths to which a mother will go to find her children...and her freedom.
Mercury Reborn
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Sapiens
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Kevlar Wanted
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ForumFlare
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖
Thunder Tank
Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
ForumFlare
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Danger Menace
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Sherm
Supports a wide range of formats flawlessly. Very happy with it. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
2nd Hand Joe
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Red Hot Kevorkian
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Whistler
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go.
Tin Fox
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Prez Dog
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. 💡 This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! 📱👩🍳 A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
The Dude
This app's user-friendly layout and quick access to controls have made audiobook listening a breeze. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true winner. Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. 📚🎧 ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Skittle Mine
I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
MysticMingle
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Fast FLAK
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Pinball Esq
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Whipsaw
Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
High Woo
👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
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