Book description
'Betty heard the scream of bombs falling and the terrifying thud of explosions. Suddenly, there was a deafening bang, and her mother was thrown across the shelter. For a moment everything was lit up by a blood-red light. Then they were plunged into darkness...'When the Second World War began, there were 10 million children living in Britain. Many were evacuated to the countryside, but others stayed behind and witnessed the Blitz close-up in cities around the UK.Blitz Kids tells the remarkable true stories of children who spent their nights in cold, cramped air-raid shelters, hearing the rumble of planes and the crash of bombs overhead. Many woke up in the morning to find their homes and schools destroyed, their favourite toys buried beneath rubble, their pets lost and, in some cases, their families shattered. Yet amid the turmoil and tears, they found a way to enjoy their childhoods, collecting steaming-hot shrapnel, turning bombed-out houses into adventure playgrounds, and chasing American GIs for chocolate and chewing gum.From headstrong East-Ender Kitty to quick-witted Liverpudlian Christopher - and little Doreen, who survived the devastation of Coventry - Blitz Kids brings together the moving true stories of a remarkable generation now passing into history.
Turnip King
Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth.
Buckshot
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Journeyman
This app has completely transformed my commute – I look forward to it now! ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Jelly Camber
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Lucky Brandy
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Polar Bee
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Orange Teflon
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Shady Lady
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. The app's stability is impressive – it runs smoothly without any glitches. 🚗📖 On-the-go listening has never been smoother – this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. 🚗📚 The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Jungle King
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Hang 11
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Flashpoint
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Jelly Camber
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Sandbox
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Gabriel Dandelion
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Light Lion
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Bang Shift
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Scare Stone
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use.
Jelly Momentum
I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs.
Coffee
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories.
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