Book description
Amazon's Best Nonfiction Book of the Month for June 2023Nylon's "June 2023's Must-Read Book Releases"Pure Wow’s “11 Books We Can’t Wait to Read in June”The Skimm’s “17 of Our Favorite Books Coming Out This Summer”Glamour’s “15 Best Nonfiction Books of 2023, So Far”Bustle’s “Most Anticipated Books Of Spring & Summer 2023”Harper’s Bazaar’s “23 Best Summer Beach Reads of 2023”Zibby Mag’s “Most Anticipated Spring and Summer Books” A New York Post Best Books of the Week selectionThree suburban girls meet at a boarding school for troubled teens.Eight years later, they were dead.Bustle editor Samantha Leach and her childhood best friend, Elissa, met as infants in the suburbs of Providence, Rhode Island, where they attended nursery, elementary school, and temple together. As seventh graders, they would steal drinks from bar mitzvahs and have boys over in Samantha’s basement—innocent, early acts of rebellion. But after one of their shared acts, Samantha was given a disciplinary warning by their private school while Elissa was dismissed altogether, and later sent away. Samantha did not know then, but Elissa had just become one of the fifty-thousand-plus kids per year who enter the Troubled Teen Industry: a network of unregulated programs meant to reform wealthy, wayward youth. Less than a year after graduation from Ponca Pines Academy, Elissa died at eighteen years old. In Samantha’s grief, she fixated on Elissa’s last years at the therapeutic boarding school, eager to understand why their paths diverged. As she spoke to mutual friends and scoured social media pages, Samantha learned of Alyssa and Alissa, Elissa’s closest friends at the school who shared both her name and penchant for partying, where drugs and alcohol became their norm. The matching Save Our Souls tattoo all three girls also had further fueled Samantha’s fixation, as she watched their lives play out online. Four years after Elissa’s death, Alyssa died, then Alissa at twenty-six. In The Elissas, Samantha endeavors to understand why they ultimately met a shared, tragic fate that she was spared, in turn, offering a chilling account of the secret lives of young suburban women.
ThoughtTraveler
This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Gbbledgoodk
🎉 This app's functionality is a masterpiece – it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. 📚🎨 The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers.
MythMaker
CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
RealmRanger
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. Audiobooks have become my go-to gift for friends – and they all love it! I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
Dark Burn
I've become a more attentive listener thanks to the engaging audiobooks. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊
ThoughtTrailblazer
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Demolition Queen
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨
Toe
ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
FearLeSS
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces – this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. 📱🔊 ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning.
Undergrad
📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information.
Demo
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Day Hawk
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Perfect for repeat listening! The narrator's performance was so rich with detail that I'm sure I'll discover new layers on a second listen. Their interpretation felt authentic to the material while bringing fresh insights. The audio production was pristine from start to finish.
Mt. Indiana
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my own audio content with unparalleled ease and comfort. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey.
Bleach
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Swedish Twizz
Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Poppy Coffee
ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content – it's my new favorite app. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature!
Freak
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. 🌌 Igniting my imagination while preparing dinner – this app adds flavor to every meal! 🍲📖
Hoover Spark
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience.
Heartbreaker
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control.
Old Man Winter
I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials.
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