Book description
One winter morning, Kyungha receives an urgent message from her friend Inseon to visit her at a hospital in Seoul. Inseon has injured herself in an accident, and she begs Kyungha to return to Jeju Island, where she lives, to save her beloved pet--a white bird called Ama. A snowstorm hits the island when Kyungha arrives. She must reach Inseon's house at all costs, but the icy wind and squalls slow her down as night begins to fall. She wonders if she will arrive in time to save the animal--or even survive the terrible cold that envelops her with every step. Lost in a world of snow, she doesn't yet suspect the vertiginous plunge into the darkness that awaits her at her friend's house. Blurring the boundaries between dream and reality, We Do Not Part powerfully illuminates a forgotten chapter in Korean history, buried for decades--bringing to light the lost voices of the past to save them from oblivion. Both a hymn to an enduring friendship and an argument for remembering, it is the story of profound love in the face of unspeakable violence--and a celebration of life, however fragile it might be.Review"Indelible. . . a meticulously rendered portrait of friendship, mother-daughter love, and hope in the face of profound loss. Kang is at the top of her game."-Publishers Weekly "Haunting and dreamlike, this is a novel of secrets and silences."-Silvia Moreno-Garcia, bestselling author of Mexican Gothic and The Seventh Seal of Salome "[Han Kang's] intense poetic prose . . . confronts historical traumas and exposes the fragility of human life."-The Nobel Committee for Literature, in the citation for the Nobel PrizeAbout the AuthorHan Kang was born in 1970 in South Korea. She is the author of The Vegetarian, winner of the International Booker Prize, Human Acts, The White Book, and Greek Lessons. e. yaewon is based in Korea and translates from and into Korean, including titles by Hwang Jungeun, Jessica Au, and Maggie Nelson. Paige Aniyah Morris divides her time between the United States and Korea. Recent translations include works by Pak Kyongni, Ji-min Lee, and Chang Kang-myoung.
Pixie Soldier
This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Cross Thread
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Eerie
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Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness.
Bad Beret
The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Elektrik
Download via WiFi, WebDAV, iTunes – options galore to suit everyone's preferences. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
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ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? 🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟 Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
RedMouth
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
DreamDiver
📚 Turning my phone into a portal of stories – this app's ease of use is remarkable! 📱💫 Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Rocky Highway
🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟 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.
ByteBard
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Fatsy Bear
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. Looping playback has revolutionized my language learning journey. I'm making rapid progress.
Hog Butcher
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Jack Cassidy
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! 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.
Acid Gosling
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ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
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