Book description
'Equal parts harrowing coming of age story, and paean to the joys of a misspent youth, Everything in its Right Place is a heartbreaking, lyrical love letter to overcoming trauma, and finding oneself in the bohemian heart of Melbourne.'Liam Pieper, author of The Feel-Good Hit of the Year and Sweetness and LightCoburg, Melbourne. Ford McCullen is growing up with his mother Deidre and his Pop and Noonie in 'The Compound', a pair of units in the shadow of Pentridge prison. His father, Robert, has left them to live in the bush with his new male partner. Nobody is coping.When Ford's paternal grandmother Queenie's good fortune allows him to attend a prestigious Catholic private school on the other side of the river and to learn the violin, Ford finds himself balancing separate identities. At school he sees himself being moulded into an image that is not his own, something at odds with the rough and tumble of his beloved north.Crumbling under the weight of his family's expectations and realising that he just might be the only adult amongst them, Ford embarks on a quest for meaning while navigating the uncomfortable realities of his father's life, his mother's ongoing crisis, and the pillars of football and religion, delving ever deeper into a fraught search for the source of the 'McCullen curse'.Everything in its Right Place tackles themes of class, love and sexuality with humour, truth and grit. It is a story of the legacies and dilemmas that families bring, of how we all must find our own way, astonishingly told.'Powerful and urgent. Crackling with energy and wit, Everything in its Right Place is a dark joyride of a read, its danger and beauty announcing a roaring new talent.'Roger Averill, author of Relatively Famous and Keeping Faith
Ship Whip
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D-Hog-Day
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Onion King
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Dez
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QuantumQuill
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Chocolate Thunder
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Cali Yacht
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. I love how I can create playlists. It’s perfect for organizing my books.
Copilot
ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
Pyscho Hun
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MythMaker
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
MuseMaster
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CuriousCraft
The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Pluto
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Troubled Chick
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Zesty Dragon
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All Natural
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential! I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
TrinitySoul
This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. 📱 Carrying stories in my pocket – this app's convenience is a game-changer! 📚🛍️ The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Gold Dahlia
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations – they're spot on. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
Sir Shove
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
Brick Mooch
Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
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