Book description
Inherit the Dead - A Thrilling Audiobook Adventure
If you love a fast-paced mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end, Lee Child's Inherit the Dead is an audiobook you'll want to queue up on your next commute or workout. The book isn't just one author's work; it's a masterclass in collaborative storytelling, with twenty bestselling writers each taking a chapter and adding their own twist. That variety turns what could have been a simple whodunnit into a kaleidoscopic noir that feels fresh from the first word.
The story follows Pericles "Perry" Christo, a former cop who's lost everything to corruption. When Julia Drusilla hires him to find her daughter Angelina-an heiress on the brink of wealth-Christo thinks he's getting an easy paycheck. Instead, he stumbles into a web of betrayal that stretches from gritty Lower Manhattan to the quiet back roads of the Hamptons. The plot is layered with love, secrets and plenty of twists, all delivered in a voice that feels like a conversation with a seasoned detective.
What makes this audiobook truly engaging is how each chapter shifts tone without losing momentum. One writer's sharp dialogue gives way to another's atmospheric description, but the overarching narrative stays tight. Even the soundtrack-if you're listening on an app that supports it-feels like a cinematic score, adding to the suspense without overpowering the narration.
Beyond the page (or ear), the project has a heart: any extra royalties go to Safe Horizon, supporting victims of domestic violence. That gives listeners a small sense of contribution with every purchase.
In short, Inherit the Dead is a slick, entertaining ride that showcases why audiobooks can bring collaborative fiction to life. If you're looking for something that's both a page-turner and a pleasure to listen to, give this one a try.
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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