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.
Wolf Tribune
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Flint
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Spunky Chick
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Rosie Bird
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Mindless Bobcat
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Houston
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Shade Nightman
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Jelly Camber
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Apple Nola
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Swedish Pixie
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Homerun Diva
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. 🎉 The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. 📱🎧 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
MuseMaster
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! ListenBook has become my constant companion, filling my days with captivating narratives. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly.
Acid Gosling
Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Dark Horse
ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Wooden Man
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. 🎉📚 Rekindling my passion for books – this app has sparked a reading revolution in my daily life! 🔥📖 ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Blue Despair
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Pinball Wizard
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧
Judge
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience.
Eerie
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Uncle Psycho
I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed.
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