Book description
What happens when what was once considered dystopia is now reality? This darkly brilliant debut novel explores how women shape themselves beneath the gaze of love, friendship, and the algorithm--by a thrilling feminist voice for the age of AI. "This book reads like a thriller, but it's also a tender and searching exploration of what it means to inhabit a female body."--Kelly Link, author of The Book of Love Mitty can't quite make out the expression on Lena's face, but she doesn't look distressed. She looks like nothing at all. She looks like the beginning, before thoughts, a white hallway with no doors, a room so long your voice disappears before it can echo. On the Santa Cruz, California, waterfront, every house is a flawless glass monolith. Except for one. In a dilapidated bungalow, Mitty and her elderly roommate, Bethel, are the oddball pair who represent the last vestiges of a free-spirited town taken over by the tech elite. But their lives are about to be forever changed when a new couple, Sebastian and Lena, move in next door. Sebastian is a renowned tech founder and Lena is his spellbindingly perfect girlfriend. But Lena has secrets; she feels uneasy about her oddly spotty memory and is growing increasingly wary of the way Sebastian controls their relationship. Mitty is also hiding something, and the way Lena appears to float through her luxurious life draws Mitty inexorably into her orbit. As the two women begin to form a close friendship, they are finally forced to face their pasts--and the urgent truths that could change everything. Showcasing Olivia Gatwood's talent as an essential author for our hyper-digital age, Whoever You Are, Honey is a gripping, seductive, and prescient novel that dissects relationships between women and examines how striving for perfection and desirability plays out in spaces where technology and power intersect.
About the Author
Olivia Gatwood is the author of two poetry collections, New American Best Friend and Life of the Party, and the co-writer of Adele's music video for "I Drink Wine." She has received international recognition for her poetry, writing workshops, and work as a Title IX Compliant educator in sexual assault prevention and recovery. Her performances have been featured on HBO, MTV, VH1, the BBC, and more. Her poems have appeared in The Poetry Foundation, Lambda Literary, and The Missouri Review. Originally from Albuquerque, she lives in Los Angeles.
21st Street
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner.
Loot
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. β° Early mornings have become my favorite time to listen to audiobooks β energizing! π π§ ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Miss Rum Punch
ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π
Snow Cream
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used.
Dance Bloom
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Roadspike
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. π Simplifying my reading routine β this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. πβ¨ 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!
Fiend Oblivion
π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
Bridge Whip
I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Papa Smurf
π§ Fueling my audiobook addiction with this fantastic app β pure listening pleasure! ππ₯ Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. 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!
Soda Delirium
The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Guncap Slingbad
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. πΌ Making work hours enjoyable β audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. π»π
Back Bett
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. ListenBook's support for network device downloads and drag-and-drop is a time-saving delight. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ
FireBerry
Audiobooks on this app have made my workouts more enjoyable and productive. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily. Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased.
MuseMaster
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Plum Moon
ποΈ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! πΆββοΈπ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Sun Leo
Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy. The app is very intuitive. ListenBook makes finding and playing audiobooks simple. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Natural Gold
I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Chapstick
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits β so cool! ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§ The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Slint FUBAR
I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts.
Shay
Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch β it's like having a personalized reading. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
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