Book description
From the #1 bestselling author of The Boys in the Boat comes an unforgettable epic of family, tragedy, and survival on the American frontier“An ideal pairing of talent and material. … Engrossing. … A deft and ambitious storyteller.” — Mary Roach, New York Times Book ReviewIn April of 1846, twenty-one-year-old Sarah Graves, intent on a better future, set out west from Illinois with her new husband, her parents, and eight siblings. Seven months later, after joining a party of pioneers led by George Donner, they reached the Sierra Nevada Mountains as the first heavy snows of the season closed the pass ahead of them. In early December, starving and desperate, Sarah and fourteen others set out for California on snowshoes, and, over the next thirty-two days, endured almost unfathomable hardships and horrors.In this gripping narrative, New York Times bestselling author Daniel James Brown sheds new light on one of the most legendary events in American history. Following every painful footstep of Sarah’s journey with the Donner Party, Brown produces a tale both spellbinding and richly informative.
Lady In Red
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! Adjustable playback speed is a brilliant feature. It adds a layer of customization to my audiobook enjoyment.
Potato Sub
The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
White Dragon
This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can 'read' while I work! Audiobooks anytime, anywhere – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
ChatterChampion
With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends.
Flint Cast-Iron
I can't believe how much time I've saved thanks to this efficient app! The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner.
Apex
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment.
Spider Fuji
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again – it's a must-have app. 💡 This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! 📱👩🍳 ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge.
Pluto
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. I'm in awe of this app's ability to make reading so accessible and convenient.
Trash Pocky
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. ⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧 ⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Lightening Trip
I've found my new favorite way to relax – cuddled up with an audiobook. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it!
Sandbox
The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials.
Bad Beh8vior
The intuitive chapter navigation and quick access to controls make my audiobook experience seamless. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Heavenly Connection
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection! 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.
Devine Melon
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. 🎧 Elevating my reading experience – this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. 📱📖 With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything!
Dream Killer
🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Lucky Aurora
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Engine Eye
No more straining my eyes – this app lets me 'read' with my ears! Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become effortless, regardless of the source. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Digital Goddess
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
The Beekeeper
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
SneakerKid
I'm absolutely in love with this app! The interface is so intuitive and user-friendly. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. Audiobooks on the go – this app's design prioritizes convenience.
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