Book description
WINNER OF THE 2019 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR FICTION NATIONAL BESTSELLER"Electrifying" (People) - "Masterly" (The Guardian) - "Dramatic and memorable" (The New Yorker) - "Magic" (TIME) - "Ingenious" (The Financial Times) - A gonzo literary performance" (Entertainment Weekly) - "Rare and splendid" (The Boston Globe) - "Remarkable" (USA Today) - "Delicious" (The New York Times) - "Book groups, meet your next selection (NPR) In an American suburb in the early 1980s, students at a highly competitive performing arts high school struggle and thrive in a rarified bubble, ambitiously pursuing music, movement, Shakespeare, and, particularly, their acting classes. When within this striving "Brotherhood of the Arts," two freshmen, David and Sarah, fall headlong into love, their passion does not go unnoticed--or untoyed with--by anyone, especially not by their charismatic acting teacher, Mr. Kingsley. The outside world of family life and economic status, of academic pressure and of their future adult lives, fails to penetrate this school's walls--until it does, in a shocking spiral of events that catapults the action forward in time and flips the premise upside-down. What the reader believes to have happened to David and Sarah and their friends is not entirely true--though it's not false, either. It takes until the book's stunning coda for the final piece of the puzzle to fall into place--revealing truths that will resonate long after the final sentence. As captivating and tender as it is surprising, Susan Choi's Trust Exercise will incite heated conversations about fiction and truth, and about friendships and loyalties, and will leave readers with wiser understandings of the true capacities of adolescents and of the powers and responsibilities of adults.
PepperBurst
No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature!
MuseMaster
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Killer Grenade
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Easy Street
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WittyWordsmith
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SmartieQuest
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Gunhawk
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Pearl Girl
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Bourbon Mirage
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Aqua Diva
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Frosty Snazz
Looping playback is my secret weapon for language learning. It's revolutionized my approach. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
The Dude
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. ππ§ Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless.
Classy Dancer
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Marbles
I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
DreadSherX
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. The app's compatibility with Apple Watch elevates my workouts, making them more engaging and productive. Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Dr. Cocktail
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient β it's like having a personal narrator. Audiobooks made delightful β this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings. Adjustable playback speed is my secret weapon for covering more material in less time. A productivity boost!
CuriousCoder
Audiobooks have made my workouts more enjoyable, and I'm seeing results! I've never been so entertained while doing household chores β this app is a lifesaver! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Indigo Red
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9Lives
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Lady Katniss
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again β it's a must-have app. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity.
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