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
Atlantic Rim
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Stud muffin
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Lord Pistachio
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer.
Runway Darling
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π 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.
Miss Lucky
π‘ Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background β talk about productivity! π§Όπ The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Chicago Blackout
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
ChatterChampion
π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature.
Pistol Hydro
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. Streamlining my audiobook journey β this app's design is top-notch.
LerveDr
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Fast FLAK
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. π‘ Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks β this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. π±π πΆββοΈπ§ Walking and listening has never been this smooth β this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. ποΈπ Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
FireBerry
π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
Pecan Oblivion
πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy.
Sepukku
ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Thunder Tank
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained.
Murder Cherry
This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream.
Pistol Hydro
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Undergrad Split
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Street Squirrel
Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. 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!
Demand Chopper
This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go β it's my daily companion. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's ease of use is a true asset. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Mr. Peppermint
π‘ Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background β talk about productivity! π§Όπ Download options are plenty β I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free.
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