Book description
"Vivid . . . Exhilarating . . . Soft Core is pacey and rich, full of verve, drama and detail." --The New York Times Book ReviewA young woman's madcap search for her missing ex-boyfriend takes her into the sexual underground in Brittany Newell's savage, tender Soft Core. Ruth is lost. She's living in a drafty Victorian with her ex-boyfriend Dino, a ketamine dealer with a lingerie habit, overdosing on television and regretting her master's degree. When she starts dancing at a strip club, she becomes Baby Blue, seductress of crypto bros, outcasts, and old lovers alike. Plunged into this swirling underworld of beautiful women, fast cash, ungodly hours, and strangers' secrets, Baby's grip on reality begins to loosen. She is sure she can handle it--until one autumn morning when Dino disappears without a trace. Thus begins a nocturnal quest for the one she still loves--through the misty hills of San Francisco; in dive bars and bus depots; at the BDSM dungeon where she takes a part-time gig. Along the way, she meets Simon, a recluse who pays her for increasingly bizarre favors; a philosophizing suicide fetishist named Nobody; and Emeline, the beautiful and balletic new hire who reminds Baby of someone . . . A brutally funny, propulsive story of power, fantasy, love, and loss, Brittany Newell's Soft Core is an ode to the heartbroken and unhinged, to those whose appetites lead them astray. It is a hallucinogenic romp about a girl coming undone, whose longing for friendship, romance, and revenge will take her over the edge and back again.
Wild Hair
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is remarkable. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
Mr. 44
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Hobo Samurai
π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ 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.
Neophyte Believer
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Brick Mooch
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Mint Ness
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WittyWordsmith
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Shady Prairie
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π
Reed Lady
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Super Flick
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Woo Woo
User-friendly audiobook experience β this app's design is a standout. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. π±π The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time.
Lewd Dice
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
Are Ess Tee
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InsightInkwell
ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Roller Turtle
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Pixie Soldier
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Married Man
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Kabuki
ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Hairpin
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories.
CyberScribe
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. Tone adjustment adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
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