Book description
Descendant of the Crane: A Royal Mystery That Grips from First Page to Last
Don't let Joan He's debut novel slip under your radar-this Chinese-inspired fantasy delivers everything you crave in a young adult thriller.
Princess Hesina never wanted the crown, but fate has other plans. When her father is murdered, she's catapulted into a treacherous world where justice demands breaking the law. In Yan, magic is forbidden, yet Hesina must turn to a soothsayer for answers-a decision that could cost her life.
What makes this audiobook exceptional isn't just He's masterful world-building, though her Chinese-inspired setting is breathtakingly vivid. It's Hesina herself-a queen who's both fierce and flawed, determined yet vulnerable. You'll find yourself questioning every character's motives alongside her, wondering who can be trusted in a court full of secrets.
The investigation unfolds like a puzzle box, each revelation more shocking than the last. He pairs Hesina with Akira, a brilliant but dangerous investigator with secrets that mirror her own. Their partnership crackles with tension, driving the narrative forward at breakneck speed.
This isn't your typical fairy tale. He understands that real power comes with real consequences, and every choice Hesina makes carries weight. The political intrigue is sophisticated enough to satisfy adult readers while remaining accessible to younger audiences.
The audiobook format brings an extra layer of immersion to He's lyrical prose. Every betrayal stings a little sharper, every revelation hits a little harder when you're listening rather than reading.
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to solve a murder while learning to rule a kingdom, this is your answer. Download Descendant of the Crane today-your next obsession awaits.
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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