Book description
Long-listed for the 2023 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the 2023 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction. A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice.A Slate Top Ten Book of the YearA TIME Best Fiction Book of 2022 Named a Best Book of the Year by The New Yorker, NPR, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, Los Angeles Review of Books, Financial Times, San Francisco Chronicle, LitHub, Buzzfeed, and more. A magnificent, beguiling tale winding from the postwar rural provinces to Paris, from an English boarding school to the quiet Pennsylvania home where a woman can live without her past, The Book of Goose is a story of disturbing intimacy and obsession, of exploitation and strength of will, by the celebrated author Yiyun Li. Fabienne is dead. Her childhood best friend, Agnès, receives the news in America, far from the French countryside where the two girls were raised--the place that Fabienne helped Agnès escape ten years ago. Now Agnès is free to tell her story. As children in a war-ravaged backwater town, they'd built a private world, invisible to everyone but themselves--until Fabienne hatched the plan that would change everything, launching Agnès on an epic trajectory through fame, fortune, and terrible loss.
Waylay Dave
The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Cougar Fuzz
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions.
General Broomdog
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧 The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Delicious
I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Captain Peroxide
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
NeoGermal
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day.
Pexxious
ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Pink Nightmare
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Pompeii Unicorn
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. 🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟
PixelPioneer
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable.
Undergrad
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. ⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧 Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Granola Dove
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened.
Racy Lion
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉
Reed Lady
The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Flakes
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Gbbledgoodk
ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Howitzer Rise
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. I'm grateful for ListenBook's seamless compatibility with a variety of formats – it's a true lifesaver. 🔥 Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger – this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. 📱📖
CuriousCoder
I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Lady Fantastic
I appreciate the minimal ads – it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words. 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.
Sleepwalker
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
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