Book description
Tehran was well known to American businessman Jack Devlin until the day everything changed. When radical Islamic students stormed the US embassy on November 4, 1979, Jack narrowly escaped the revolutionary chaos, leaving behind 80 percent of his business and 100 percent of his heart.To get his beautiful girlfriend, Farideh, out of Iran, Jack accepts a devil's bargain with the CIA and MI6. He must slip back into Tehran, where the militant students are holding dozens of Americans hostage in their own embassy. His part of the bargain is to steal the coveted client ledger of the world's most powerful arms dealer, Mustafa Khaki, Farideh's father. Surprised by an additional assignment, Jack is also ordered to strip a KGB defector of details on Russian collusion with Iran and their plan to eliminate the American hostages while infiltrating the highest levels of Ayatollah Khomeini's government. From the damp cellars of KGB headquarters to the cold chill of British espionage to the blistering heat of the Kuwaiti desert, readers will learn, in an erroneous twist, that not all the turncoats are Russians. "Collins's descriptions of bazaars, street scenes, customs officials, and hotels in Tehran, Kuwait, and Egypt, and roadblocks manned by soldiers leading boys with AK-47's, are vivid enough to convince anyone who has been in the Third World for any length of time that the author has been there, and not as a tourist. This brilliantly written espionage tale is as good as it gets." Starred Review from BlueInk Review"Through excellent characterization the characters come alive - heroes to be cheered on, villains to be despised. This taut, tense, page-turning thriller is highly recommended." Darryl Greer, Readers Favorites"I loved the crisp writing and gorgeous descriptions, an international setting that will stay vivid in the minds of readers. An Improbable Spy is nothing short of a spellbinding, entertaining page-turner." Ruffina Oserio, Readers Favorites
DragonBlood
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Twitch
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Old Man Winter
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Lope Lope
User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is impressive. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. ListenBook has made my daily commutes so much more enjoyable. I look forward to listening every day!
Devil Bread
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Toy Peep
Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. 📱🔊 Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Freesia
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Green Ghost
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Apple Nola
Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Star Jammer
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Saber-RED
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VisionVortex
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FireBrang
Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
VenusXX
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. 🌟 Adding excitement to each day – this app ensures that every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories. 📚🚀 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature!
Moonflower
Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree.
StorySculptor
I've never been so excited about my daily commute – thanks to this app. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
Chlorine
I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Bleachers
I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
DreamWeaver
This app has ignited my passion for reading once again – but in a modern, convenient way. My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze.
Toy Dogwatch
Precise controls on ListenBook give me complete command over my audio playback. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my passport to countless stories. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
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