Book description
[A] twisty "snake in the garden" country-house mystery [where] Lorac constructs a challenging puzzle and provides a marvelous glimpse into pre-WWII Oxford life." -- Booklist, Starred Review"Lorac keeps everything professional and smartly paced"-- Kirkus Reviews"Now tell us about your crime novel. Take my advice and don't try to be intellectual over it. What the public likes is blood."The Surrays and their five children form a prolific writing machine, with scores of treatises, reviews, and crime thrillers published under their family name. Following a rare convergence of the whole household at their Oxfordshire home, Ruth--middle sister who writes "books which are just books"-- decides to spend some weeks there recovering from the pressures of the writing life, while the rest of the brood scatter to the winds again. Their next return is heralded by the tragic news that Ruth has taken her life after an evening at the Surrays's hosting a set of publishers and writers, one of whom is named as Ruth's literary executor in the will she left behind.Despite some suspicions from the family, the verdict at the inquest is suicide--but when Ruth's brother Richard receives a letter from the deceased which was delayed in the post, he enlists the help of CID Robert Macdonald to investigate what could only be an ingeniously planned murder.
Slint FUBAR
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience β it's like having a personal audio library. ποΈ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! πΆββοΈπ
Armed Hawk
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. With this app, I can enjoy my favorite stories while traveling, making my journeys more delightful. This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me. πΌ Enhancing work-from-home productivity β audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. π»π
Little Granger
I'm amazed at how this app has turned my errands into exciting reading sessions. πͺ Juggling tasks while enjoying stories has never been easier β this app's functionality is a multitasking marvel. πΌπ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodβwhat a creative addition! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening.
Pitfall
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. Listening to books in their original language has improved my foreign language skills. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem! The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Curio
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls β it's a joy to navigate. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
DreamWeaver
π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ Perfect for listening to educational content. Highly recommend!
Demolition Queen
ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a game-changer β I can have my audiobooks ready in no time. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. π±π ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand that transforms even the noisiest environments into cozy listening spaces.
Deano
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional.
New Cycle
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Drugstore Cowboy
π± An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality β audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ππ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Fatsy Bear
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. The app's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically is a huge time-saver. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient.
Toy Town
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. ListenBook is packed with useful features. Itβs the best audiobook app Iβve used.
Marbles
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. πΌ Juggling tasks while exploring narratives β this app is my multitasking hero! π»π Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's functionality is a reader's delight.
TeederSmartie
I'm constantly amazed by the vast selection β there's always something new to discover. I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading fit into every aspect of my life. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thanks to automatic artwork and metadata. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Bit Sentinel
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thanks, ListenBook! ListenBookβs interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
SmartieQuest
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. π§ Audiobooks anywhere, anytime β this app's convenience is unbeatable! ππ Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Sienna Princess
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
Sepukku
My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Lucky Aurora
This app is a gift for anyone with a busy lifestyle β I can enjoy books while doing chores! ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content β it's my new favorite app.
Metal Lady
My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
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