Book description
"There are some stories that require as much courage to write as they do art. Peter Ho Davies's achingly honest, searingly comic portrait of fatherhood is just such a story...The world needs more stories like this one, more of this kind of courage, more of this kind of love." -Sigrid Nunez, National Book Award-winning author of The Friend A heartbreaking, soul-baring novel about the repercussions of choice that "will strike a resonant chord with parents everywhere," (starred Kirkus) from the award-winning author of The Welsh Girl and The FortunesA Lie Someone Told You About Yourself traces the complex consequences of one of the most personal yet public, intimate yet political experiences a family can have: to have a child, and conversely, the decision not to have a child. A first pregnancy is interrupted by test results at once catastrophic and uncertain. A second pregnancy ends in a fraught birth, a beloved child, the purgatory of further tests-and questions that reverberate down the years. When does sorrow turn to shame? When does love become labor? When does chance become choice? When does a diagnosis become destiny? And when does fact become fiction? This spare, graceful narrative chronicles the flux of parenthood, marriage, and the day-to-day practice of loving someone. As challenging as it is vulnerable, as furious as it is tender, as touching as it is darkly comic, Peter Ho Davies's new novel is an unprecedented depiction of fatherhood. Narrated by Christopher Ryan Grant.
Liquid Death
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Sienna Princess
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Onion King
📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
PepperBurst
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level – it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. 🎶 Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls – this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. 🎵📖 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. 🌟📚
Berlin Kamikaze
I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! The sleep timer is a lifesaver. I fall asleep listening to my books every night.
Classy Dancer
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Manimal
Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library.
NexusNavigator
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. 🚶♀️🌌 This app's functionality makes every walk an adventure – I'm immersed in stories as I explore the world around me. 🏞️📖 A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Iron Butterfly
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MysticMingle
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Reed Lady
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Blink
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
Mule Skinner
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. Audiobook immersion simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Delicious Wing
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Tacklebox
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Coldy
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Kabuki
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
RiddleRover
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Uncle Psycho
This app is a book lover's dream come true – a vast library right at your fingertips. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧 ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Soiled Dove
Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience!
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