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"The Joy Luck Club is one of my favorite books. From the moment I first started reading it, I knew it was going to be incredible. For me, it was one of those once-in-a-lifetime reading experiences that you cherish forever. It inspired me as a writer and still remains hugely inspirational." --Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians Amy Tan's beloved, New York Times bestselling tale of mothers and daughters, now the focus of a new documentary Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir on Netflix Four mothers, four daughters, four families whose histories shift with the four winds depending on who's "saying" the stories. In 1949 four Chinese women, recent immigrants to San Francisco, begin meeting to eat dim sum, play mahjong, and talk. United in shared unspeakable loss and hope, they call themselves the Joy Luck Club. Rather than sink into tragedy, they choose to gather to raise their spirits and money. "To despair was to wish back for something already lost. Or to prolong what was already unbearable." Forty years later the stories and history continue. With wit and sensitivity, Amy Tan examines the sometimes painful, often tender, and always deep connection between mothers and daughters. As each woman reveals her secrets, trying to unravel the truth about her life, the strings become more tangled, more entwined. Mothers boast or despair over daughters, and daughters roll their eyes even as they feel the inextricable tightening of their matriarchal ties. Tan is an astute storyteller, enticing readers to immerse themselves into these lives of complexity and mystery.
"The Joy Luck Club is one of my favorite books. From the moment I first started reading it, I knew it was going to be incredible. For me, it was one of those once-in-a-lifetime reading experiences that you cherish forever. It inspired me as a writer and still remains hugely inspirational." -Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians Amy Tan's beloved, New York Times bestselling tale of mothers and daughters, now the focus of a new documentary Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir on Netflix Four mothers, four daughters, four families whose histories shift with the four winds depending on who's "saying" the stories. In 1949 four Chinese women, recent immigrants to San Francisco, begin meeting to eat dim sum, play mahjong, and talk. United in shared unspeakable loss and hope, they call themselves the Joy Luck Club. Rather than sink into tragedy, they choose to gather to raise their spirits and money. "To despair was to wish back for something already lost. Or to prolong what was already unbearable." Forty years later the stories and history continue. With wit and sensitivity, Amy Tan examines the sometimes painful, often tender, and always deep connection between mothers and daughters. As each woman reveals her secrets, trying to unravel the truth about her life, the strings become more tangled, more entwined. Mothers boast or despair over daughters, and daughters roll their eyes even as they feel the inextricable tightening of their matriarchal ties. Tan is an astute storyteller, enticing readers to immerse themselves into these lives of complexity and mystery.
Lady Fantastic
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to play diverse formats flawlessly – it's a game-changer. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
NexusNomad
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
Liquid Death
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚 ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings.
SpellTansy
ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Lady Pomegranate
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable.
Little General
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's an essential part of my day. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Navigating through chapters is effortless with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and intuitive experience. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Daffy Girl
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Voluntary
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Domino
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Purity Catnip
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Killer Grenade
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits.
Sly Silvermoon
ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience.
Unseen
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing – it's my relaxation therapy. 💼 Balancing responsibilities with relaxation – audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. 💻📖 ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers.
Slow Trot
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
Silver Cup
This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options.
Intimidating Presence
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Zorkle Sporkle
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Alley Frog
Audiobooks have brought a new level of enjoyment to my daily workout routine. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app!
Shady Prairie
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Alley Frog
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
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