Book description
A successful radiologist and elite athlete, Dr. Dave tended to the blistered feet of strangers on racecourses and gave away many of his trophies. He was appreciated for his generosity and camaraderie with family, friends, colleagues, and adventure-racing teammates, the latter of whom usually accompanied him on excursions. But he embarked on his final pursuit alone-an attempt to summit all fifty-four of the fourteeners in Colorado-and made an unknowable error that caused him to fall two hundred feet to his death. When people learned that he had died, they often asked his sister, the only girl and the baby of the family, "Were you close?" The question, seemingly straightforward, haunted her and begged for a deeper answer, requiring an exploration that took a decade. She invites the reader along on her own journey as she searches for a greater understanding about who her brother was, why his passions were worth risking everything, and how to carry on in the world and in her family without him, ultimately becoming even closer to him in death than in life. Were You Close? challenges the cultural notion that the bereaved can or should simply "get over" their losses, illustrating that integrating these experiences can actually help a mourner not just heal, but move forward with clarified purpose.
Bae
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Hoover Spark
Audiobooks have made my commutes so much more enjoyable, and I'm always excited to listen. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
WanderWord
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LoreLoomer
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Darkside Orbit
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality.
Preach Man
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Undergrad Split
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
RedFisher
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible.
Dove Dolce
This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
VileHero
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Danqqqqq
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ForumFusion
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Gas Man
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Flame OUT
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Twine X
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Blizzard Vixen
π Adding excitement to each day β this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. ππ The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
LerveDr
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Grave Digger
Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience.
ShadowDancer
ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. π This app's functionality is a masterpiece β it seamlessly integrates audiobooks into my daily routine. ππ¨ The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
ButterQuest
With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss. Say hello to audiobook nirvana! This app's user-friendly design and comprehensive features have made my reading routine smoother than ever. ππ Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! 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!
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