Book description
Bluebird - A Spell-binding Audiobook Journey
From the moment the first notes of Genevieve Graham's Bluebird start to echo, you're transported straight into a world that feels both vividly real and enchantingly mysterious. The narrator-whose warm, clear voice weaves effortlessly between past and present-captures every nuance: the hushed urgency of a war-torn field hospital, the rustle of blue gowns in a quiet Windsor street, and the clink of clandestine bottles beneath Prohibition's shadow.
The story begins with Cassie Simmons, a museum curator who stumbles upon a bottle of Bailey Brothers' Best whisky. Her curiosity is instantly sparked, but it's the 1918 tale that truly steals the show: Corporal Jeremiah "Jerry" Bailey, wounded in the tunnels of Belgium, finds solace under the care of Nurse Adele Savard-nicknamed "Bluebird" for her blue gown and white cap. Their bond, forged amid artillery fire and the scent of antiseptic, carries them both back to a Windsor that is as dangerous as it is hopeful.
Graham masterfully stitches three timelines together: Cassie's present-day sleuthing, Jerry's harrowing war memories, and Adele's quiet resilience. The transitions feel seamless; each chapter ends with a hook that makes you want to keep listening. The author's prose is luminous without being flowery-every sentence feels purposeful, every paragraph a step deeper into the heart of the story.
What sets this audiobook apart is its emotional depth. We feel Jerry's fear when he watches the explosion that leaves him wounded; we hear Cassie's excitement as she uncovers family secrets; and we sense Adele's quiet strength as she navigates post-war life under the looming threat of Prohibition. The narrator's pacing mirrors these shifts, allowing listeners to breathe with the characters.
Beyond its gripping narrative, Bluebird offers a powerful meditation on love, memory, and the idea that home is not just a place but a feeling you carry with you. It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there are threads-like blue ribbons-that bind generations together.
If you're looking for an audiobook that blends historical authenticity with heartfelt storytelling, Genevieve Graham's Bluebird delivers on every front. Let the narrator guide you through war-scarred trenches and moonlit riverside docks; by the end, you'll feel as if you've walked beside the characters, sharing in their triumphs and heartbreaks.
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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