Book description
"Well paced and tightly plotted, with a tang of Agatha Christie." The Times Children's Book of the WeekAlice and Sonny investigate a stolen jewel, in this installment of the bestselling Mysteries at Sea series, from award-winning author A.M. Howell.Alice and Sonny are excited for their summer trip, sailing on the luxurious yacht the Lady Rose. They're even more excited when they find out the King of England is going to be onboard too!There's also a precious jewel on the boat - a rare opal, kept in a tank protected by a poisonous octopus.Until one morning, Alice discovers that the opal and octopus are both missing. The search is on to retrieve the priceless gem, before the ship reaches its destination, and everyone on board finds themselves in serious trouble.As Alice and Sonny's investigations take them closer to the truth, they realise that everyone on the Lady Rose seems to have a secret, maybe even the king himself...Praise for the Mysteries at Sea series:"A thoroughly modern thriller." Daily Telegraph"A true ocean delight packed with peril, adventure & secrets galore." Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear"An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do." Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental Stowaway"A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage." Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild""Will appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series." The Bookseller"Absolutely unputdownable." Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller"Brilliant story which kept me gripped until the very end!" Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the Bookshop
Zesty Dragon
Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
WanderWord
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Scooby Did
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Opulent Gamer
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Mr. Thanksgiving
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Red Heroine
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Station WMD
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Firefly
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ByteBard
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Scrapper
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Hobo Samurai
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨ User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Sky Trinity
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Scarlet Mary
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. No more limits on the genres I can explore! This app's versatility in downloading and organizing audiobooks ensures I always have a captivating tale at my fingertips. 📖📱 CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. The ability to organize my library is a huge plus. Everything is so neat and tidy.
Sass Burst
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Crash Enforcer
ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. The app is perfect for multitaskers. I can listen while working out. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
Raid Bucker
Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal library with me. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need.
Sandbox
Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. ListenBook’s design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
Gro
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now!
Star Scratch
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚 I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Po1son
ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
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