Book description
Solutions and Other Problems - Audiobook Review
Allie Brosh's return with Solutions and Other Problems feels like a warm, slightly mischievous hug from an old friend who has finally decided to let you in on her latest adventures. The audiobook captures the same blend of humor, heartache, and honesty that made Hyperbole & a Half a New York Times bestseller, but with a new layer: the storyteller's voice.
From the opening moments, Brosh's narration is unmistakable-clear, animated, and peppered with the same playful cadence that makes her illustrations so vivid. She weaves childhood mishaps ("the time I tried to bake a cake in a toaster") with tales of her notoriously bad pets, each story delivered with a gentle self-deprecation that invites listeners to laugh at herself. The anecdotes are quick, snappy, and often segue into deeper reflections on grief, loneliness, or the absurdities of modern life.
What sets this audiobook apart is how seamlessly Brosh transitions from lighthearted banter to sincere introspection. When she talks about powerlessness or the weight of loss, her voice softens just enough to let the emotional texture seep through without breaking the rhythm of her storytelling. The result feels like a conversational journal that you can hear as if your friend is right there beside you.
Listeners also get an auditory treat with Brosh's playful use of sound cues-small musical flourishes and sound effects that echo the visual gags found in her original illustrations. These touches reinforce the comedic timing and keep the pacing lively, preventing any lull in the narrative flow.
Overall, Solutions and Other Problems as an audiobook is a delightful mix of wit, vulnerability, and observational sharpness. It proves once again that Allie Brosh can make you laugh, think, and feel all at the same time-making this collection not just another comedy book, but a comforting companion for anyone who enjoys a good story told with genuine heart.
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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