Book description
'Bold, playful, generous and lush, it's a story that feels both timeless and urgent - I loved it. Gorgeously and relentlessly queer!' DAISY BUCHANANA lover. A bartender. A husband. An artist. A student.A poet. A sex worker. A welder. A drag queen. A mother.As the sun sets over the city streets, ten ordinary lives collide with extraordinary consequences.From thrilling first meetings and impulsive liaisons, to messy misunderstandings and passionate reconciliations, each connection has the potential to be the start of something, or already hints at its own ending.Yet uniting them all is the desire to find true intimacy in a fractured modern world - to see, and to truly be seen...A razor-sharp, intoxicating and thought-provoking novel of ten interlocking sexual encounters that will appeal to fans of Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo, Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney, and 'Modern Love' from the New York Times.Praise for Holly Williams:'It's the new One Day' FABULOUS'Delightful, insightful and immersive' KATE EBERLEN'Invigorating [and] fascinating' GUARDIAN'A brilliant, witty, defiantly unsentimental examination of privilege and class and sex and selfhood' MARIANNE LEVY, THE i'Invigorating...combines the fizz of a romance with an earnest inquiry into the vastly changing fortunes of women, along with questions of class and privilege' Hephzibah Anderson, THE OBSERVER'A fabulous love story and insightful social history in one' CLAIRE ALFREE, METRO'An unforgettable story with writing that sparkles: a gem of a read' HOLLY MILLER'A stunning, skilful, deftly drawn novel. Prose so good I couldn't stop underlining' LAUREN BRAVO'Wonderful and original' ELAINE FEENEY
Hoboken Nightingale
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight.
Good-lookin’
📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Y0dler
ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature!
The Shield Toronto
This app has turned my daily routine into a source of excitement and joy. ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy.
BuzzMouse
Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. 📱🔊
Jelly Momentum
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰
Stone Boomstick
This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
JigKraken
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is commendable. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Fadey
This app's support for various formats and genres ensures that there's always something new to explore. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace.
Poppin Loot
I've started reading more books than ever before, all thanks to this app. 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel.
InsightInkwell
CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Zorkle Sporkle
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer – I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. No more worries about compatibility – ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Pop Bee
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
Infinite Hole
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. 📱 An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality – audiobook listening has never been this effortless. 📖🔗 Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
Lucifurious
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Scratch Man
This app is a boon for book lovers who are always on the go. This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations.
Sleek Assassin
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
RZR
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
Criss Cross
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great!
Liquid Science
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
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