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.
Vixen
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Abiss
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Station WMD
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Icy Avenger
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Howitzer Rise
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Overrun
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Killer Merlot
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Reed Lady
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Shivers
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Knuckles
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Flame OUT
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Biscuit Meg
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. ListenBook's interface is not just aesthetically pleasing; it's also highly functional. Navigating through chapters and controls is a breeze. ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
X-Dew
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Pop Bee
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Blade
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. π Say goodbye to boredom during long drives β this app makes road trips fly by! ππ ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Bug Fire
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a technological marvel. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Trixie Doodle
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Prometheus
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. This app's convenience has made my audiobook addiction thrive!
Mad Rascal
ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Tabasco Dracula
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ 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!
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