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.
About the Author
Nutmeg Riot
I've become a loyal fan of audiobooks, and this app is the reason why! ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
AlertXis
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Abyss Tamer
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Fl00d
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CloudFrenzy
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Rooster
I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. 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.
Blood Taker
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Dorothy Solitaire
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Killer Curio
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Nola
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Sherm
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. My workouts have become more enjoyable and productive with ListenBook's compatibility with Apple Watch. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Coma Stalk
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Street Squirrel
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease.
Eye Candy Kitten
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience.
Tunez
I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. π My audiobook haven β this app is like a door to endless adventures and knowledge! ππ ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Demolition Queen
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition β knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Night Magnet
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HighBomber
I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. π This app has turned my errands into exciting quests β I can conquer the grocery store while enjoying a book! ππ I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Street Squirrel
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
MysticMingle
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment.
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