Book description
ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES'S NOTABLE BOOKS OF 2024 A NEW YORK TIMES BEST THRILLER OF 2024 A NEW YORK TIMES BEST CRIME NOVEL OF 2024 PEOPLE MAGAZINE'S #1 BOOK OF THE YEAR ONE OF NPR'S "BOOKS WE LOVE" 2024 ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S "100 MUST-READ BOOKS OF 2024" "A long novel that at first is hard to put down. By page 200, impossible." -Stephen King "Extraordinary . . . Reminds me of Donna Tartt's 1992 debut, The Secret History . . . I was so thoroughly submerged in a rich fictional world, that for hours I barely came up for air." -Maureen Corrigan, Fresh Air, NPR "This expertly paced thriller ...has the kineticism of a well-crafted miniseries." -The New Yorker When a teenager vanishes from her Adirondack summer camp, two worlds collideEarly morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn't just any thirteen-year-old: she's the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region's residents. And this isn't the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara's older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found.As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore's multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore's most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.
RightN0w2
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LerveDr
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PP Dubs
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Lord Theus
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Moonflower
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing.
Free Ham
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PixelPilgrim
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TrixiePhany
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Drugstore Cowboy
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Brick Mooch
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Twix Esses
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Fire Queen
I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable.
Short Firecracker
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Dr. WMD
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The Dude
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Washer
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions.
Undergrad Split
ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition.
Forger
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Roller Turtle
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Nueva Nova
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch.
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