Book description
An exhilarating debut novel about the first native of the Indian subcontinent to arrive in Colonial America, inspired by a historical figure—“marvelous...readers of Esi Edugyan and Yaa Gyasi will be enthralled” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).Meet Tony: insatiably curious, deeply compassionate, with a unique perspective on every scene he encounters. Kidnapped and transported to the New World after traveling from the British East India Company’s outpost on the Coromandel Coast to the teeming streets of London, young Tony finds himself in Jamestown, Virginia, where he and his fellow indentured servants—boys like himself, men from Africa, a mad woman from London—must work the tobacco plantations. Orphaned and afraid, Tony initially longs for home. But as he adjusts to his new environment, finding companionship and even love, he can envision a life for himself after servitude. His dream: to become a medicine man, or a physician’s assistant, an expert on roots and herbs, a dispenser of healing compounds. Like the play that captivates him—Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream—Tony’s life is rich with oddities and hijinks, humor and tragedy. Set during the early days of English colonization in Jamestown, before servitude calcified into racialized slavery, The East Indian gives authentic voice to an otherwise unknown historic figure and brings the world he would have encountered to vivid life. In this coming-of-age tale, narrated by a most memorable literary rascal, Charry conjures a young character sure to be beloved by readers for years to come.
VileHero
The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Ship Whip
I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
FLAK Angel
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. 🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient! Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
Bae
The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
K-9
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MindfulMingle
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Fiend Oblivion
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CuriousCrafter
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Winter Underdog
I can't get enough of this app's convenience – it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience. I can't believe how quickly I finish books now, all thanks to this app. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Danger Menace
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Murder Matter
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it!
Pluto
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Admiral Tot
I'm amazed by ListenBook's dedication to quality – it's evident in every feature. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. 🎧 Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app – pure listening pleasure! 📚🔥 ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch.
Dahlia Bumble
Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. 📚✨ ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Flint Cast-Iron
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. Audiobook enjoyment has become an integral part of my routine, thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. A must-have! 📖📱
Light Lion
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Indestructible Potato
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Tea Kettle
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Romance Princess
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features make it easy to keep my content at my fingertips. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Intimidation Station
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. 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!
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