Book description
Winner of the 1989 PEN/Hemingway Foundation Awardnbsp;nbsp;for best first novel, this exquisite booknbsp;nbsp;confronts real-life issues of alienation and violencenbsp;nbsp;from which the author creates a stunning testamentnbsp;nbsp;to the human capacity for mercy, compassion andnbsp;nbsp;love.
Ruth, a young woman living in a rural Illinois town, looks back on the people who have shaped her life, including her runaway father, shrewish mother, and crazy husband
Wild Hair
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Domino
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Jester
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Alley Cat
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Morbid Sugar
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Shay
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ThoughtTrail
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VenusXX
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Alias Stick
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DeathDancer
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Burst Nibbler
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Dora the Destroyer
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MindfulMingle
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Twinkle
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Spoiler
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Bones
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Toy Peep
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
Vagabond Warrior
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Noh Noh
Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is remarkable. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
ThoughtTrailblazer
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight.
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