Book description
From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of The Marriage of Opposites and the Practical Magic series comes an enchanting novel about love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and the enduring magic of books. One brilliant June day when Mia Jacob can no longer see a way to survive, the power of words saves her. The Scarlet Letter was written almost two hundred years earlier, but it seems to tell the story of Mia's mother, Ivy, and their life inside the Community--an oppressive cult in western Massachusetts where contact with the outside world is forbidden, and books are considered evil. But how could this be? How could Nathaniel Hawthorne have so perfectly captured the pain and loss that Mia carries inside her? Through a journey of heartbreak, love, and time, Mia must abandon the rules she was raised with at the Community. As she does, she realizes that reading can transport you to other worlds or bring them to you, and that readers and writers affect one another in mysterious ways. She learns that time is more fluid than she can imagine, and that love is stronger than any chains that bind you. As a girl Mia fell in love with a book. Now as a young woman she falls in love with a brilliant writer as she makes her way back in time. But what if Nathaniel Hawthorne never wrote The Scarlet Letter? And what if Mia Jacob never found it on the day she planned to die? Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote: "A single dream is more powerful than a thousand realities." This is the story of one woman's dream. For a little while it came true.
3P-own
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Vagabond Warrior
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Sleek Assassin
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Wrangler Jim
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JK Friend
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Scratch Man
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly. Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
BloodEater
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Elektrik
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Maple Destroyer
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Spoiler Betty
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Darkside Orbit
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Pexxious
The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app!
Indigo Red
Organization made easy! This app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures I'm always engrossed in a captivating tale. ππ± ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment.
Clover Rabbit
Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
MicroStar
I've become an audiobook addict, all thanks to this amazing app. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
101
Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward β thank you, app! Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Devil Blade
Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Flyswat Briggs
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience.
TrixiePhany
ππ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed β bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! π΄π§ ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
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