Book description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER - From the award-winning, best-selling author of the classic A Little Life--a bold, brilliant novel spanning three centuries and three different versions of the American experiment, about lovers, family, loss and the elusive promise of utopia. A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: VOGUE - ESQUIRE - NPR - GOODREADSTo Paradise is a fin de siรจcle novel of marvelous literary effect, but above all it is a work of emotional genius. The great power of this remarkable novel is driven by Yanagihara's understanding of the aching desire to protect those we love--partners, lovers, children, friends, family, and even our fellow citizens--and the pain that ensues when we cannot. In an alternate version of 1893 America, New York is part of the Free States, where people may live and love whomever they please (or so it seems). The fragile young scion of a distinguished family resists betrothal to a worthy suitor, drawn to a charming music teacher of no means. In a 1993 Manhattan besieged by the AIDS epidemic, a young Hawaiian man lives with his much older, wealthier partner, hiding his troubled childhood and the fate of his father. And in 2093, in a world riven by plagues and governed by totalitarian rule, a powerful scientist's damaged granddaughter tries to navigate life without him--and solve the mystery of her husband's disappearances. These three sections comprise an ingenious symphony, as recurring notes and themes deepen and enrich one another: A townhouse in Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village; illness, and treatments that come at a terrible cost; wealth and squalor; the weak and the strong; race; the definition of family, and of nationhood; the dangerous righteousness of the powerful, and of revolutionaries; the longing to find a place in an earthly paradise, and the gradual realization that it can't exist. What unites not just the characters, but these Americas, are their reckonings with the qualities that make us human: Fear. Love. Shame. Need. Loneliness.
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Blood Taker
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Wheels
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Friday Fox
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ThoughtTraveler
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New York Mood
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly.
Voodoo Cyclone
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Treasure Devil
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Kinged
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences.
Blackfire
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Light Despair
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Dandelion
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Bad Beh8vior
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CuriousCoder
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RiddleRanger
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time.
Sexy
I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface โ it's a true delight. Audiobook enjoyment redefined โ this app's design focuses on the essentials. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnโt have any major complaints, but I also donโt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
VileHero
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Plegasus
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White Snare
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn even the most mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for learning. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. The app's performance is exceptional, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted audiobook experience. It's clear that it's designed with audiobook enthusiasts in mind. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
BlackExcalibur
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content โ it's a real game-changer. ListenBook is a game-changer โ it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful.
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