Book description
An New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice An NPR Best Book of the Year A Padma Lakshmi Book Club PickFor fans of On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, an unforgettable story about female friendship and queer love in a Muslim-American community "Stunningly beautiful." --The New York Times Book Review "An unforgettable voice that moves you from the start." --People MagazineRazia Mirza grows up amid the wild grape vines and backyard sunflowers of Corona, Queens, with her best friend, Saima, by her side. When a family rift drives the girls apart, Razia's heart is broken. She finds solace in Taslima, a new girl in her close-knit Pakistani-American community. They embark on a series of small rebellions: listening to scandalous music, wearing miniskirts, and cutting school to explore the city. When Razia is accepted to Stuyvesant, a prestigious high school in Manhattan, the gulf between the person she is and the daughter her parents want her to be, widens. At Stuyvesant, Razia meets Angela and is attracted to her in a way that blossoms into a new understanding. When their relationship is discovered by an Aunty in the community, Razia must choose between her family and her own future. Punctuated by both joy and loss, full of '80s music and beloved novels, Roses, in the Mouth of a Lion is a new classic: a fiercely compassionate coming-of-age story of a girl struggling to reconcile her heritage and faith with her desire to be true to herself.
Switch
I'm no longer missing out on great stories β this app fits perfectly into my lifestyle. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
Homerun Diva
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Stone Boomstick
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Mother Hen
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. π Elevating everyday moments β this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. πβ¨ A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Mother Hen
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Muzish
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 β it shows their dedication to excellence. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Crazy Rox
I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π
Lilac Lizard
I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! 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!
Metal Aphrodite
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Dove Dolce
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. ListenBook has all the features I need in an audiobook app. My top choice! What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
NoiseFire
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's a game-changer.
Rooster
Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's design is a game-changer. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Snout Pixie
I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Old Man Winter
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible.
TulipCake
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. This app's library is a treasure trove β I'm always discovering new favorites. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Woo Woo
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Terror Master
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Blistered Outlaw
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am.
Ember Master
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Midnight Rider
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! πΌ Elevating my work-from-home routine with this app's delightful audiobook selection! π»π The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free.
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