Book description
T. Kingfisher, acclaimed author of Hugo-winning fantasy, delivers a brilliantly subversive Snow White retelling in Hemlock & Silver, now brilliantly realized as an audiobook. Forget fairy-tale innocence; this is a world where healing means drinking poison. Anja, our fiercely intelligent healer, doesn't seek death in toxins-she consumes them, seeking cures for the hopeless. Her quiet life of herbs and science is shattered when the King summons her to save his dying daughter, Snow. The stakes feel immediate, amplified by the audiobook's immersive narration.
The audio format perfectly captures Anja's meticulous, scientific approach. You hear the careful precision in her voice as she examines symptoms, contrasting sharply with the court's desperation. Her unlikely allies-the guarded, silent Captain, and the hilariously self-absorbed cat who narrates his own importance-come alive through distinct, expressive vocal performances. The cat's disdainful purrs and the Captain's terse replies add layers of warmth and humor that text alone might miss.
Kingfisher's genius lies in twisting familiar tropes. The "magic mirror" isn't a portal to a kingdom, but a hidden, dangerous realm within a mirror itself. Anja's discovery isn't just a plot device-it's the heart of the mystery, driving her scientific curiosity deeper into peril. The audiobook masterfully builds tension around this secret world, making the danger palpable as Anja navigates its treacherous rules. Is the mirror's power the cure for Snow's mysterious illness, or the source of it? The narration keeps you leaning in, the suspense woven into every whispered clue.
This isn't just a retelling; it's a deep dive into the ethics of healing, the weight of secrets, and the quiet courage of a woman who uses poison as a tool, not a weapon. The audiobook's pacing, especially during Anja's tense investigations, feels urgent and real. You don't just hear the story-you feel the texture of her herbs, the chill of the hidden mirror realm, and the desperate hope in Snow's fragile breath. Kingfisher transforms a classic into something fresh, deeply human, and utterly compelling, making Hemlock & Silver a standout in modern fantasy. It's a reminder that the most powerful magic often lies not in spells, but in the relentless, scientific heart of a healer.
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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