Book description
Winner of the Chicago Review of Books Award for FictionA Heartland Booksellers Award NomineeAn NPR Best Book of the YearA BookPage Best Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Winter/Spring Debut of 2020A Most Anticipated Book of 2020 from the Boston Globe and The MillionsA Best Book of February 2020 at Salon, The Millions, LitHub and Vol 1. Brooklyn"A stunner--equal parts epic and intimate, thrilling and elegiac."--Laura Van den Berg, author of The Third Hotel "Smart and heart-piercing...a story of displacement, erasure, identity, mythology, and the ability of literature to simultaneously express and transcend our lives." --NPR.orgIn 1929 in New Orleans, a Dominican immigrant named Adana Moreau writes a science fiction novel. The novel earns rave reviews, and Adana begins a sequel. Then she falls gravely ill. Just before she dies, she destroys the only copy of the manuscript.Decades later in Chicago, Saul Drower is cleaning out his dead grandfather's home when he discovers a mysterious manuscript written by none other than Adana Moreau. With the help of his friend Javier, Saul tracks down an address for Adana's son in New Orleans, but as Hurricane Katrina strikes, they must head to the storm-ravaged city for answers. What results is a brilliantly layered masterpiece--an ode to home, storytelling and the possibility of parallel worlds."Hypnotizing." --New York Times Book Review"Deftly conjured...thematically vital." --Washington Post
DreamWeaver
Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Marine Dre
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QuestQuill
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Centurion Sherman
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Tootsie Killer
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Mirage
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Kawaii Red
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Noisy Girl
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Cooger
ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Audiobook multitasking made simple โ this app's design is a game-changer.
Stud Buster
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Spellbinder
Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Knight Light
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 โ it shows their dedication to excellence. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends.
Phoenix Tetra
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly โ this app's design is a true winner. Audiobook excellence simplified โ this app's functionality is a true delight. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Sleek Assassin
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. No more interruptions โ the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
Stealth
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a perfect match. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. It's my go-to app for literary adventures.
Swedish Twizz
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Runway Darling
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks โ this app has converted me! ๐ Rekindling my love for reading โ this app makes each day a new adventure! ๐๐ This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Silent
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. ๐ง Audiobooks anywhere, anytime โ this app's convenience is unbeatable! ๐๐ Audiobook joy made simple โ this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Jade Fox
I've become addicted to this app โ in the best possible way! Audiobooks made delightful โ this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver.
Murmur
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ๐ This app's functionality is a masterpiece โ it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ๐๐จ ListenBook's attention to detail is commendable. Every aspect of the app is well-crafted.
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