Book description
Winner of the Book of the Year (Fiction) at the British Book Awards Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction"Brilliantly faceted and extremely funny. . . . While I was reading it, I was making a list of all the people I wanted to send it to, until I realized that I wanted to send it to everyone I know." -- Ann PatchettThe internationally bestselling, compulsively readable novel--spiky, sharp, intriguingly dark, and tender--that combines the psychological insight of Sally Rooney with the sharp humor of Nina Stibbe and the emotional resonance of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine.Martha Friel just turned forty. She used to work at Vogue and was going to write a novel. Now, she creates internet content for no one. She used to live in Paris. Now, she lives in a gated community in Oxford that she hates and can't bear to leave. But she must now that her loving husband Patrick has just left.Because there's something wrong with Martha. There has been since a little bomb went off in her brain, at seventeen, leaving her changed in a way no doctor or drug could fix then and no one, even now, can explain--why can say she is so often sad, cruel to everyone she loves, why she finds it harder to be alive than other people.With Patrick gone, the only place Martha has left to go is her childhood home, to live with her chaotic parents, to survive without Ingrid, the sister who made their growing-up bearable, who said she would never give up on Martha, and who finally has.It feels like the end but maybe, by going back, Martha will get to start again. Maybe there is a different story to be written, if Martha can work out where to begin.
Blistered Outlaw
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment.
SunnySnap
I'm amazed by the variety of genres available β there's something for everyone. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Dove Dolce
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories.
Sun Lemon
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature. 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.
Old Felix
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Kill Switch
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. ππ§
Mad Rascal
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
RZR
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Nutmeg
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Queen Bee
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Find It Girl
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Mud Finger
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Magenta
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Troubled Pie
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Sepukku
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze β thank you, app developers! The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained.
Digital Goddess
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
9Lives
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
LuminaLore
My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. π Elevating my reading routine β this app's functionality is the key to unlocking new worlds of storytelling. ππ I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions.
Cool Iris
π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Elektrik
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions!
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