Book description
A disastrous error on the field sends five lives into a tailspin in this widely acclaimed tale about love, life, and baseball, praised by the New York Times as "wonderful...a novel that is every bit as entertaining as it is affecting." Named one of the year's best books by the New York Times, NPR, The New Yorker, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, Bloomberg, Kansas City Star, Richmond Times-Dispatch, and Time Out New York. At Westish College, a small school on the shore of Lake Michigan, baseball star Henry Skrimshander seems destined for big league stardom. But when a routine throw goes disastrously off course, the fates of five people are upended. Henry's fight against self-doubt threatens to ruin his future. College president Guert Affenlight, a longtime bachelor, has fallen unexpectedly and helplessly in love. Owen Dunne, Henry's gay roommate and teammate, becomes caught up in a dangerous affair. Mike Schwartz, the Harpooners' team captain and Henry's best friend, realizes he has guided Henry's career at the expense of his own. And Pella Affenlight, Guert's daughter, returns to Westish after escaping an ill-fated marriage, determined to start a new life. As the season counts down to its climactic final game, these five are forced to confront their deepest hopes, anxieties, and secrets. In the process they forge new bonds, and help one another find their true paths. Written with boundless intelligence and filled with the tenderness of youth, The Art of Fielding is an expansive, warmhearted novel about ambition and its limits, about family and friendship and love, and about commitment -- to oneself and to others. "First novels this complete and consuming come along very, very seldom." --Jonathan Franzen
Soiled Dove
π‘ This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! π±π©βπ³ CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
Chameleon
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Boost Princess
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically adds a visual touch to my audiobook collection. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs.
Alley Fiend
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Dez Bonbon
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Tse Tse Guy
πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings.
Alley Fiend
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. I can't imagine my daily rituals without this app β it's a constant source of joy. 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.
Poptart AK47
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed.
Knuckles
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New York Mood
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. The attention to detail is commendable. Artwork and metadata are sorted automatically.
ThoughtTraveler
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Virgo Moon
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General Broomdog
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Firedog
π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration.
Dance Bloom
I'm impressed by ListenBook's commitment to providing a silky-smooth playback experience. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Baby Spell
Listening to audiobooks with my kids has become a cherished bonding activity. The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing β it's my relaxation therapy.
Hex Panther
Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Lime
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content.
DreamWeaver
Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.
Pockets
ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
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