Book description
In late March of 2014, death descended upon the community of Oso, Washington in the form of a massive landslide. Ten million cubic yards of dirt and mud crashed through homes, sweeping a 20-foot-high wall of debris before it and scouring the valley floor. In the cold rain of that morning, an entire community disappeared in a sea of mud. In the desperate hours that followed, rescue crews were able to pull only eight survivors out of the wrecked landscape. And then all became quiet, with the stunned realization that many more people were missing, but none were still living.This is the moment when the story of A Dog's Devotion begins. The emergency call from Oso went out, and was answered by K9 Search and Rescue (SAR) teams from across the Pacific Northwest. Suzanne, along with her 4-year-old Labrador Retriever, Keb, and her teammate Guy, was one of the SAR teams to respond to this disaster. In this book, readers immediately find themselves on the ground in the cold mud of the Oso Landslide Disaster on the desperate search for the remains of over forty lost souls. In subsequent chapters, readers will accompany Suzanne, Guy, and Keb as they are inserted by helicopter to search high snowfields on Mount Rainier, or as they traverse steep, forested slopes searching for the clandestine grave of murder victims. They'll join K9 Keb, as her keen nose leads to human remains in the forests of Washington State and as far away as the woods of Scandinavia. Keb's story is of a dedicated K9 who can distinguish the scent of the dead from the scent of the living, and who can detect buried bones and even corpses underwater. Readers will follow this intrepid K9 and her teammates as they face the challenges of changeable weather, deep northwest forests, high mountain slopes, and menacing coyotes to find dead bodies, missing hikers, and even the bones of murder victims from long ago. Among their successes: finding multiple victims buried by the 2014 Oso Landslide, solving the mysterious disappearance of women in wealthy suburbs, and finding human bones thought to be forever lost to time. It's their story about evolving as search and rescue volunteers while overcoming harsh conditions, inner demons, a rust-bound bureaucracy, and back-stabbing teammates. While internal conflicts threaten their larger K9 team, Keb's training, loyalty, and perseverance inspire them, and help them find the resolve to carry on their service to the community.
Pepper
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine.
Ladysmith
πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! πββοΈπ User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and diverse compatibility ensure that every tale is a captivating journey. ππ§ Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features. One of the best audiobooks Iβve heard! The story was compelling, and the narratorβs delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
CoB@lt
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. ππ§ The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Raggedy Ann
No more fighting over the radio during family trips β we're all hooked on audiobooks now. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Digital Equinox
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch β it's like having a personalized reading. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Pockets
πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story!
Mud Pie Man
πΆπ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs β this app is my go-to playlist! π§π Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
101
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable. I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface β it's a true delight. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues! ListenBook is more than just an app β it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination.
Feral Filly
Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. ListenBook's commitment to a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Demand Chopper
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Teeder
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines β it's pure bliss. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant source of books. π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app!
Old Regret
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features β from chapters to playback controls. ποΈ The app's functionality is a true work of art β it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. ππ¨ ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer!
EchoEmissary
I've been recommending this app to all my friends β it's a true game-changer. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. π An app that turns house chores into exciting adventures β count me in! π§Ήπ π§ββοΈ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks β mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. π§ββοΈπ§ What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Mr. Fabulous
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket β truly amazing! Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine.
Berry Succubus
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Sultan of Speed
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable.
Old Regret
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations β it's like the app knows me! The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ππ Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks β driving has never been this fun! ππ§ The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access.
Double Eerie
ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
Mr. Wholesome
ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. ListenBookβs support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
Wild Kitten
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true β no more hassles! ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day.
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