Book description
Winner of the 2023 Joyce Carol Oates PrizeFinalist for the 2023 Aspen Words Literary PrizeLonglisted for the 2022 Story Prize Shimmering stories set in California's Central Valley, the first book in a decade from a virtuoso story writer. "Her immediate concern was money." So begins the first story in Manuel Muñoz's dazzling new collection. In it, Delfina has moved from Texas to California's Central Valley with her husband and small son, and her isolation and desperation force her to take a risk that ends in profound betrayal. These exquisite stories are mostly set in the 1980s in the small towns that surround Fresno. With an unflinching hand, Muñoz depicts the Mexican and Mexican American farmworkers who put food on our tables but are regularly and ruthlessly rounded up by the migra, as well as the quotidian struggles and immense challenges faced by their families. The messy and sometimes violent realities navigated by his characters--straight and gay, immigrant and American-born, young and old--are tempered by moments of surprising, tender care: Two young women meet on a bus to Los Angeles to retrieve husbands who must find their way back from the border after being deported; a gay couple plans a housewarming party that reveals buried class tensions; a teenage mother slips out to a carnival where she encounters the father of her child; the foreman of a crew of fruit pickers finds a dead body and is subsequently--perhaps literally--haunted. In The Consequences, obligation can shape, support, and sometimes derail us. It's a magnificent new book from a gifted writer at the height of his powers.
Ella of Light
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Steel
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InsightfulInk
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go.
Iron Butterfly
The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Engine Eye
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Black Walnut
This app is a true gift for book lovers – it's like having a personal library wherever I go. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Mad Irishman
🎉📚 Reigniting my passion for books – this app is my newfound reading obsession! 🔥🎧 Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
Steel Cut Toe
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my dictaphone recordings much more comfortable to listen to. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Wiccan Trouble
🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚 Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Twix Bond
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Fadey
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. 🌟📚 I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Goatee Shield
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze – a true travel essential. ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. 🎧 Navigating through narratives has never been simpler – this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. 📚💫 Organization made simple – this app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures that every story is just a tap away. Convenience at its finest. 📖📱
Twix Bond
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls.
Honey
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. It helps me absorb information more effectively. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Whistler
Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Blink
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues!
Bom Crossed
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BlacKitten
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Whip Chu
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. 🎉 Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks – this app turns errands into epic quests! 🛒📖 🚶♂️🌟 Embracing audiobooks as my companions during leisurely walks – nature and narratives, a perfect match! 🚶♂️🎧 The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness.
Tangerine
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
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