Book description
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK AS FEATURED ON TODAY"Undeniably delicious." -The New York Times"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.
Trash
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Lightening Trip
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Noise Toy
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Aqua Diva
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. My audio quality has improved dramatically.
Blizzard Vixen
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DollFaceKillah
Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. 🎉🎧 I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
Mustard Centaur
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Chameleon
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Dream Killer
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Nutmeg
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. 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.
Troubled Chick
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Nacho
ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app!
Delicious Wing
Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again.
Bad Princess
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it! The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. 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!
Blade
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a true gem. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
EchoEnigma
This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
Scare Stone
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine. With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story.
Sugar Man
The voice actors are incredible – they make the characters come alive. This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times.
Friday Fox
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. 🎉 An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures – count me in! 🧹📖 Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Commando
I've never been this excited about my daily commute – thank you, audiobooks! I can't imagine my life without this app – it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
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