Book description
"A painful and propulsive memoir delivered in the honest tones of a woman who didn't always think she'd live to tell her story." --The New York Times A Buzzfeed Best Book of September In the vein of Educated and The Glass Castle, Daniella Mestyanek Young's Uncultured is more than a memoir about an exceptional upbringing, but about a woman who, no matter the lack of tools given to her, is determined to overcome. Behind the tall, foreboding gates of a commune in Brazil, Daniella Mestyanek Young was raised in the religious cult The Children of God, also known as The Family, as the daughter of high-ranking members. Her great-grandmother donated land for one of The Family's first communes in Texas. Her mother, at thirteen, was forced to marry the leader and served as his secretary for many years. Beholden to The Family's strict rules, Daniella suffers physical, emotional, and sexual abuse--masked as godly discipline and divine love--and is forbidden from getting a traditional education. At fifteen years old, fed up with The Family and determined to build a better and freer life for herself, Daniella escapes to Texas. There, she bravely enrolls herself in high school and excels, later graduating as valedictorian of her college class, then electing to join the military to begin a career as an intelligence officer, where she believes she will finally belong. But she soon learns that her new world--surrounded by men on the sands of Afghanistan--looks remarkably similar to the one she desperately tried to leave behind. Told in a beautiful, propulsive voice and with clear-eyed honesty, Uncultured explores the dangers unleashed when harmful group mentality goes unrecognized, and is emblematic of the many ways women have to contort themselves to survive.
Marbles
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
Flyswat Briggs
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THRESHmSTR
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DreamDasher
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Rooster
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Muzish
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LyRz
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Feral Filly
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Miss Fix It
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Classy Luck
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. This audiobook app is a true gem โ it brings stories to life with every click. I'm hooked on this app โ it's my escape to different worlds and adventures. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
Shady Lady
I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. ๐๏ธ Grocery shopping has taken an exciting turn โ I'm on a mission to explore new worlds through audiobooks! ๐๐ Audiobooks made convenient โ this app's functionality is a true gift.
Lskeee
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Roadblock
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WanderWord
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Guillotine Trigger
Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. ๐๐ ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Mosquit-No
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Exploring stories as I stroll โ audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ๐๏ธ๐ง
Roadspike
The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously. The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits โ so cool! ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. I'm on a literary adventure wherever I go, all thanks to this app. Its extensive format support and effortless navigation make audiobook listening a breeze. ๐๐ This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
ByteBard
๐ถ๐ Replacing tunes with stories โ my house is alive with the sound of narration! ๐ง๐ Audiobook multitasking made easy โ this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use.
Tse Tse Guy
This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. ๐๐ฑ ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly.
Tunez
This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of โ now they're my favorites! ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress.
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