Book description
The Hundred Secret Senses is an exultant novel about China and America, love and loyalty, the identities we invent and the true selves we discover along the way. Olivia Laguni is half-Chinese, but typically American in her uneasiness with her patchwork family. And no one in Olivia's family is more embarrassing to her than her half-sister, Kwan Li. For Kwan speaks mangled English, is cheerfully deaf to Olivia's sarcasm, and sees the dead with her "yin eyes." Even as Olivia details the particulars of her decades-long grudge against her sister (who, among other things, is a source of infuriatingly good advice), Kwan Li is telling her own story, one that sweeps us into the splendor, squalor, and violence of Manchu China. And out of the friction between her narrators, Amy Tan creates a work that illuminates both the present and the past sweetly, sadly, hilariously, with searing and vivid prose. "Truly magical...unforgettable...this novel...shimmer[s] with meaning."--San Diego Tribune "The Hundred Secret Senses doesn't simply return to a world but burrows more deeply into it, following new trails to fresh revelations."--Newsweek
A best-seller by the author of The Joy Luck Club is told in turns by two sisters in conflict, one thoroughly Americanized and one thoroughly preoccupied with her family's origins in Manchurian China. Reprint. 15,000 first printing.
Necromancer
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WanderWord
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. I love the statistics feature. It’s fun to see how much I’ve listened. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Neophyte Believer
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
ByteBard
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Spider Fuji
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need.
Grave Digger
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Pinball Wizard
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. 🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀
Dez North
The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Nacho
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features – from chapters to playback controls. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening.
Berry Succubus
📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off.
Bourbon Mirage
With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education – it's brilliant! ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
CuriousCraft
This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. I can't believe how easy it is to download audio from various sources. So convenient!
Gingersnap Woman
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. 📱 Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories – this app is pure magic! 📚✨ This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Twine X
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! I'm impressed by the app's compatibility with CarPlay. It keeps me entertained on long drives. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
Canine Hannibal
📱 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! 📚🔥 Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Tomcat
🎶📚 Replacing melodies with literary symphonies – my ears are in love! 🎵📚 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Snow Cream
I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Plum Moon
This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter!
Cabbie
Audiobooks made accessible – this app's ease of use is a true blessing. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Red Woman
ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏
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