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
Lightweight
π Adding a touch of magic to mundane tasks β this app turns errands into epic quests! ππ Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue.
EchoEnigma
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Barbera Shift
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Bug Blitz
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
Captain Peroxide
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind β and this app is my partner in crime. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization!
Little General
The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. This app has become my go-to companion, making my daily routine more exciting and insightful. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. ListenBook's player features are incredibly helpful. Chapters and bookmarks make navigation easy.
MindfulMingle
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
Polar Bee
With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Street Squirrel
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. 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!
CyberScribe
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. Accessing literary treasures has never been this straightforward β thank you, app!
Mr. Alien
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. πͺ Achieving double wins β workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! πͺπ§ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Swedish Pixie
π§ Satiate your reading cravings while managing household affairs β this app has it all! ππΌ Audiobook adventures simplified β this app's functionality is a revelation.
Hang 11
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Innocent Ghost
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. ππ Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks β driving has never been this fun! ππ§
Candy Butcher
Audiobook heaven! This app has revolutionized the way I enjoy stories. Its sleek design and seamless functionality make it a must-have for book lovers. ππ§ ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Stallion Patton
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Bliss
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. This audiobook app is a true gem β it brings stories to life with every click. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session?
Trash Pocky
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators β they add a unique charm to each book. This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience.
Napoleonic Haze
Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
FearLeSS
Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
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