Book description
"A female investigator every bit as brainy and battle-hardened as Lisbeth Salander." --Maureen Corrigan, NPR's Fresh Air, on Maisie Dobbs Maisie Dobbs got her start as a maid in an aristocratic London household when she was thirteen. Her employer, suffragette Lady Rowan Compton, soon became her patron, taking the remarkably bright youngster under her wing. Lady Rowan's friend, Maurice Blanche, often retained as an investigator by the European elite, recognized Maisie's intuitive gifts and helped her earn admission to the prestigious Girton College in Cambridge, where Maisie planned to complete her education. The outbreak of war changed everything. Maisie trained as a nurse, then left for France to serve at the Front, where she found--and lost--an important part of herself. Ten years after the Armistice, in the spring of 1929, Maisie sets out on her own as a private investigator, one who has learned that coincidences are meaningful, and truth elusive. Her very first case involves suspected infidelity but reveals something very different. In the aftermath of the Great War, a former officer has founded a working farm known as The Retreat, that acts as a convalescent refuge for ex-soldiers too shattered to resume normal life. When Fate brings Maisie a second case involving The Retreat, she must finally confront the ghost that has haunted her for over a decade.
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Ladysmith
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Grave Scuttlebutt
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Santa's Little Helper
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Starshine
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
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Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its impeccable audio quality and user-friendly features. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
CyberScribe
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles.
Shady Lady
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Racy Babe
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Kickstart
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Plegasus
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Squatch
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Referee
Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. I'm amazed at how this app has made my workouts more motivating and my audiobooks more accessible. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Taz Ringer
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Mercury Reborn
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. ππ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
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Kawaii Red
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Kingfisher
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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