Book description
***LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD IN FICTION*** "An extraordinary and dazzlingly original work from one of our most gifted and interesting writers" (Emily St. John Mandel, author of The Glass Hotel). The Need, which finds a mother of two young children grappling with the dualities of motherhood after confronting a masked intruder in her home, is "like nothing you've ever read before...in a good way" (People). When Molly, home alone with her two young children, hears footsteps in the living room, she tries to convince herself it's the sleep deprivation. She's been hearing things these days. Startling at loud noises. Imagining the worst-case scenario. It's what mothers do, she knows. But then the footsteps come again, and she catches a glimpse of movement. Suddenly Molly finds herself face-to-face with an intruder who knows far too much about her and her family. As she attempts to protect those she loves most, Molly must also acknowledge her own frailty. Molly slips down an existential rabbit hole where she must confront the dualities of motherhood: the ecstasy and the dread; the languor and the ferocity; the banality and the transcendence as the book hurtles toward a mind-bending conclusion. In The Need, Helen Phillips has created a subversive, speculative thriller that comes to life through blazing, arresting prose and gorgeous, haunting imagery. "Brilliant" (Entertainment Weekly), "grotesque and lovely" (The New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice), and "wildly captivating" (O, The Oprah Magazine), The Need is a glorious celebration of the bizarre and beautiful nature of our everyday lives and "showcases an extraordinary writer at her electrifying best" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
Candy Butcher
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BuzzBait
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Drugstore Cowboy
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Greek Rifle
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go.
Pockets
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Peanut Butter Woman
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Pompeii Unicorn
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MythMaker
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnโt dislike it, but I also didnโt feel strongly about it one way or another.
Campfire Mama
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Geneva Cuffs
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Mirage
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
xFRST
Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out.
Pink C
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery โ a win-win! Audiobook multitasking made simple โ this app's functionality is a true delight. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
The Happy Jock
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Jester
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Lime
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Kamikaze Grandma
Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
NoiseCake
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. ๐ง Navigating through narratives has never been simpler โ this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. ๐๐ซ Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnโt have any major complaints, but I also donโt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Automatic Slicer
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Popeye Wipeout
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
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