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
Club Nola
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable β this app's design is a triumph. As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app!
Betty Cricket
I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. Beautiful layout and easy access to chapters. Really impressed with ListenBook.
CloudFrenzy
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Dream Killer
The seamless integration with my car's audio system is a road trip dream. I'm amazed by the app's versatility in downloading audio. It accommodates various sources seamlessly.
Darkside Orbit
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High Heel Goddess
ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights β it's a true audio marvel. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
FLAK Angel
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive controls β it's the perfect way to indulge in audiobooks. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
Switch
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Mud Eye
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app.
Mother Hen
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Frenzy
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
Mr. Lucky
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis.
Delicious Wing
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. ListenBook's commitment to delivering an exceptional audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever.
Round Kick Boomer
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening sessions into immersive experiences. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces β this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. π±π
WordWanderer
My kids are hooked on the children's audiobook collection β it's a parenting win! Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. πΌ Juggling tasks while exploring narratives β this app is my multitasking hero! π»π
Trash
The app is so user-friendly. Even my grandma can use it! I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Pepper
π Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks β bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. ππ ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Curio
My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
WeldMaster
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app β it's a companion. Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Saturn Extreme
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. πΆββοΈπ Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier β this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. π§ποΈ 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. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent.
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