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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S FAVORITE BOOKS OF THE YEARNAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2020 BY THE NEW YORK TIMES * THE WASHINGTON POST * NPR * PEOPLE * TIME MAGAZINE* VANITY FAIR * GLAMOUR 2021 WOMEN'S PRIZE FINALIST"Bennett's tone and style recalls James Baldwin and Jacqueline Woodson, but it's especially reminiscent of Toni Morrison's 1970 debut novel, The Bluest Eye." --Kiley Reid, Wall Street Journal "A story of absolute, universal timelessness ...For any era, it's an accomplished, affecting novel. For this moment, it's piercing, subtly wending its way toward questions about who we are and who we want to be...." - Entertainment Weekly From The New York Times-bestselling author of The Mothers, a stunning new novel about twin sisters, inseparable as children, who ultimately choose to live in two very different worlds, one black and one white.The Vignes twin sisters will always be identical. But after growing up together in a small, southern black community and running away at age sixteen, it's not just the shape of their daily lives that is different as adults, it's everything: their families, their communities, their racial identities. Many years later, one sister lives with her black daughter in the same southern town she once tried to escape. The other secretly passes for white, and her white husband knows nothing of her past. Still, even separated by so many miles and just as many lies, the fates of the twins remain intertwined. What will happen to the next generation, when their own daughters' storylines intersect? Weaving together multiple strands and generations of this family, from the Deep South to California, from the 1950s to the 1990s, Brit Bennett produces a story that is at once a riveting, emotional family story and a brilliant exploration of the American history of passing. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins. As with her New York Times-bestselling debut The Mothers, Brit Bennett offers an engrossing page-turner about family and relationships that is immersive and provocative, compassionate and wise.
Dahlia
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Marbles
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Mad Viral
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Bit Sentinel
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Moxie
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Muzish
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German Coach
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Hen Skittle
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Force
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Lucky Aurora
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Alpha
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any hassle. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Accidental Genius
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Psycho Thinker
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Chicago Blackout
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Hobo Samurai
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CirrusFlash
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist.
Skylark
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a fantastic addition that enhances my audio experience. I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations β they're spot on. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Shwatson
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in.
Mad Rascal
I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. I'm addicted to this app β it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ
Earl of Arms
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. π±π ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique tool that adds a touch of creativity to my listening experience. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
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