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.
ThickSKN
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NexusNomad
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Howitzer Rise
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Sexy
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CZR
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PixelPathfinder
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AirportHobo XD
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Athens Fire
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Plum Moon
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Tart Voodoo
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Pink Stream
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Athena Star
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks.
ThreadTraveler
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Star Scratch
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The download options are versatile, making it a breeze to get my favorite audiobooks on the go. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Eight Patrol
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! πββοΈπ I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Steel Heart
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Nickname Master
With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible.
Tokyo Dream
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NexusNomad
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Metal Star
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a winner. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
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