Book description
This Barnes & Noble Book Club Edition has special cover effects and end papers as well as an exclusive essay from Emma Knight. "A spellbinding debut about friendship, motherhood, first love, and the choices that bind us. . . I couldn't put it down!" -Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of This Summer Will Be DifferentA witty, atmospheric, and brilliantly told novel that offers compelling portraits of womanhood, motherhood and female friendship, along with the irresistible intrigue surrounding an extraordinary British familyArriving at the University of Edinburgh for her first term, Pen knows her divorced parents back in Canada are hiding something from her. She believes she'll find the answer here in Scotland, where an old friend of her father's-now a famous writer known as Lord Lennox-lives. When she is invited to spend the weekend at Lord Lennox's centuries-old estate with his enveloping, fascinating family, Pen begins to unravel her parents' secret, just as she's falling in love for the first time . . .As Pen experiences the sharp shock of adulthood, she comes to rely on herself for the first time in her life. A rich and rewarding novel of campus life, of sexual awakening, and ultimately, of the many ways women can become mothers in this world, The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus asks to what extent we need to look back in order to move forward.
Runway Darling
This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. Good for background listening. I didn’t get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narrator’s voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Zorkle Sporkle
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Coffee
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9Lives
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Lilac Lizard
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Saturnalia
With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Divine Quasar
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Omega Sub
This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. 💃 Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores – pure joy! 💃📖 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Chasm Face
The ability to change playback speed and audio volume on ListenBook gives me full control over my listening experience. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a thoughtful gesture that ListenBook makes seamless. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Bootleg Taximan
I've found solace in listening to audiobooks before bed – it's my form of meditation. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a versatile companion for my daily activities.
Dr. Cocktail
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. No more converting files – this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient.
Icy Avenger
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Queen Ginger
Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Sir Shark
🎉 Rekindling my love for stories – this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! 📖🚀 Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Koi Diva
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
Nutmeg
Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Knuckles
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Cowboy Booter
I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer! The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together.
Master Jetson
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
Trigger Warming
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
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