Book description
"Hypnotic and tender, this book reminds us that even if we leave our homes, our homes never leave us."--Oprah Daily "[Hull] has that sly eye for sublime details, but also a killer instinct for tight storytelling."--Carl Hiaasen, New York Times Book ReviewA richly evocative coming-of-age memoir set in the Florida orange groves of the 1960s by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Anne Hull grew up in rural Central Florida, barefoot half the time and running through the orange groves her father's family had worked for generations. The ground trembled from the vibrations of bulldozers and jackhammers clearing land for Walt Disney World. "Look now," her father told her as they rode through the mossy landscape together. "It will all be gone." But the real threat was at home, where Hull was pulled between her idealistic but self-destructive father and her mother, a glamorous outsider from Brooklyn struggling with her own aspirations. All the while, Hull felt the pressures of girlhood closing in. She dreamed of becoming a traveling salesman who ate in motel coffee shops, accompanied by her baton-twirling babysitter. As her sexual identity took shape, Hull knew the place she loved would never love her back and began plotting her escape. Here, Hull captures it all--the smells and sounds of a disappearing way of life, the secret rituals and rhythms of a doomed family, the casual racism of the rural South in the 1960s, and the suffocating expectations placed on girls and women. Vividly atmospheric and haunting, Through the Groves will speak to anyone who's ever left home to cut a path of their own.
Iron Butterfly
Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend! 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.
Cabbie
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Day Hawk
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
InfinityInsight
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Criss Cross
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Baby Brown
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Mr. Peppermint
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Runway Darling
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ForumFlare
I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. Now I can enjoy my favorite lectures and speeches with ease! This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. 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.
Natural Gold
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Shadow Bishop
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SunnySnap
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Wolf Tribune
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my audio content much more enjoyable in noisy environments. I can't believe how quickly I finish books now, all thanks to this app. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Crash Test
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Whistler
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
Scrapper
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Sassy Muffin
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
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Dance Cannon
π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
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