Book description
"'The women in this house are the same,' she said. 'When we love, we love with all of ourselves.'"Mai is navigating life in 90s London as a first generation British-Vietnamese teenager, caught between two cultures. Her mother, Trinh, is constantly reminding her to work hard and be grateful.But Trinh was young once too, living a vibrant and complicated life in Vietnam until forced to flee her war-torn home. Now her focus is the son she thought she'd lost, and the daughter she desperately wants to protect. She tries to forget the memories buried in the rubble of the life she left behind.Moving into young adulthood, Mai begins to follow her calling as a photographer, and falls in knotty but passionate love despite her mother's warnings about boys.When secrets from the past finally resurface, the family's bonds are truly shaken. But if Trinh and Mai can overcome their differences and stand together, then maybe there could be hope for a better, brighter future...An epic, heartwarming novel that explores love, the meaning of freedom and the importance of family, for fans of PACHINKO and ON EARTH WE'RE BRIEFLY GORGEOUS.
DreamWeaver
ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Waylay Dave
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Troubled Chick
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ThoughtTraveler
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Lincoln Rider
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Silver Agent
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Gunhawk
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Wrangler Jim
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Winter Bite
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RealmRanger
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Breezy Mustang
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Buckshot
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Dahlia
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PixelPioneer
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy β it's eye-opening. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities.
Twix Esses
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MindfulMingle
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CoB@lt
The narrator's voices are so soothing β a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
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