Book description
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow - An Audiobook Review
When you press play on Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, you're not just listening to a memoir; you're stepping into the warm, resonant voice of Sophia Loren herself. The narrator's cadence carries the unmistakable Tuscan lilt that made her an icon in Hollywood and beyond, and every pause feels like a gentle sigh from the past.
From war-torn Naples to the glittering sets of Hollywood, Loren's life unfolds with a natural ease that mirrors the flow of an old friend recounting treasured memories. The audio format gives the story a unique intimacy: you hear her laughter echo beside her reflections on heartbreak, and you can almost feel the chill of wartime streets or the buzz of a film set from the 1950s. The producer's careful selection of sound cues-soft piano during moments of introspection, snippets of classic Italian songs when she reminisces about her youth-adds layers that the printed page cannot match.
Her candidness is strikingly honest yet polished; she talks about poverty, love affairs, and motherhood with a humor that keeps the narrative light even as it touches on hardship. The structure-each chapter opening with a letter, photograph, or object-translates beautifully into audio because you can almost see those items through her descriptive narration. It feels like you're flipping through a photo album while she tells each story.
For listeners who love biographical storytelling, this audiobook offers more than just facts; it delivers emotion and personality. Sophia Loren's voice is the perfect vessel for her own words-warm, confident, and undeniably charismatic. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her legend, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow invites you into a world where history, glamour, and human vulnerability intertwine. It's a listening experience that stays with you long after the final chapter ends, echoing Loren's timeless charm in every frame of sound.
Fuzzy Rainbow
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Winter Bite
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Jade Fox
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LoreLoomer
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Kazmii
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Aqua Diva
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Moon Orchid
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Pinball Esq
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Peanut Butter Woman
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Sidewalk Enforcer
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Breadmaker
I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is remarkable. Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have! ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
SprkR
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GuTzd
I'm so grateful for this app β it's like having a personal storyteller wherever I go. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
High-Fructose
Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Twinkle Cocoa
The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. Looping playback is a study tool that I can't live without. It helps me master challenging content.
Morbid Sugar
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Whipsaw
Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
WanderWord
ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Joker's Grin
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Twinkle Cutlass
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's thoughtful features, such as statistics tracking and audio filters, have added a new layer of excitement to my reading journey. πβ¨ I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. 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. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another.
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