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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.
Twinkle Cocoa
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Darkside Orbit
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
BuffFreak
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Midas
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Dredd
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StarZen
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Mr. Spy
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DARK HQ
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Swing Setter
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ShadowDancer
This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart.
Mr. Gadget
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Whip Chu
I've been able to explore different cultures and perspectives through a diverse range of books. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Silent
The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
The Howling Swede
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Sweet Manhattan
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. The ListenBook app is a fantastic companion for my long walks, helping me learn and explore at the same time. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams!
MindfulMingle
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. ππ The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Easy Sweep
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations β they're spot on. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically.
QuestQuill
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Oblivion
Easy access to chapters and silky-smooth playback. Love it! This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Feral Mayhem
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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