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.
Voodoo Queen
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading such a natural part of my day. 🏃♂️📚 Combining fitness and fiction – this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! 🏃♂️📖 Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Ba1t
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
Mrs. Voltage
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
ManManMan
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Campfire Mama
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Stick Shift
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Senior Smurf
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The Dude
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Risen
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift.
Athens Fire
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Swing Setter
My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
CuriousCrafter
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Third Moon
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of literature during my daily walks – it's truly invigorating.
Gunhawk
This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Nueva Nova
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. 💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend! 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.
42nd Street
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. 🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Night Train
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Rusty Vortex
Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
QuantumQuill
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. 🚶♀️📖 Discovering new worlds on my daily walks – this app is my travel companion! 🌍🎧 💡 Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks – this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. 📱📖 Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer.
Troubled Pie
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
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