Book description
In 1792, formerly enslaved Benjamin Honey and his Irish wife, Patience, discover an island where they can make a life together. Over a century later, the Honeys' descendants and a diverse group of neighbors are desperately poor, isolated, and often hungry, but nevertheless protected from the hostility awaiting them on the mainland.During the tumultuous summer of 1912, Matthew Diamond, a retired, idealistic but prejudiced schoolteacher-turned-missionary, disrupts the community's fragile balance through his efforts to educate its children. His presence attracts the attention of authorities on the mainland who, under the influence of the eugenics-thinking popular among progressives of the day, decide to forcibly evacuate the island, institutionalize its residents, and develop the island as a vacation destination. Beginning with a hurricane flood reminiscent of the story of Noah's Ark, the novel ends with yet another Ark.In prose of breathtaking beauty and power, Paul Harding brings to life an unforgettable cast of characters: Iris and Violet McDermott, sisters raising three orphaned Penobscot children; Theophilus and Candace Larks and their brood of vagabond children; the prophetic Zachary Hand to God Proverbs, a Civil War veteran who lives in a hollow tree; and more. A spellbinding story of resistance and survival, This Other Eden is an enduring testament to the struggle to preserve human dignity in the face of intolerance and injustice.
Cuff Queen
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GuTzd
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MuseMaster
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Digital Moonshine
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Prof. Smirk
ListenBook's comprehensive support for a wide range of audio formats sets it apart from other audiobook apps. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature.
Old Regret
High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
High Deck
The convenience of having an entire library at my fingertips is a dream come true. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy!
TeederSmartie
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
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Most Wanted
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Shwatson
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Cream
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Hella Fella
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Lady Petal
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Trixie Doodle
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. Mastering audiobook navigation – this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
DriftDetector
This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
Silver Cup
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Miss Twilight
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Scratch Man
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
DanimalDaze
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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