Book description
Secret Heiress - A Captivating Audiobook Adventure
From the very first word, Luke Devenish's Secret Heiress hooks you with its lush, period-setting and a cast that feels as vivid as if they were stepping out of a dusty attic bookshop. The narration is a treat: the voice work captures the gentle Southern drawl of Ida Garfield, the regal air of Miss Matilda Gregory, and the brooding intensity of Mr. Samuel Hackett with equal ease. Every character's cadence brings them alive, making it feel like you're listening to an old family story whispered around a hearth.
The plot unfurls like a well-told mystery. Ida's longing for more than farm life is immediately relatable; her impulsive decision to stay at Summersby House after Miss Gregory's untimely death adds a layer of urgency that keeps the listener on edge. Devenish masterfully layers "upstairs, downstairs" drama-social hierarchies, hidden legacies, and secret identities-into a narrative that feels both familiar and fresh.
What sets this audiobook apart is its use of cliffhangers. Each chapter ends with a tantalizing hint-be it the discovery of a cryptic will or a sudden revelation about the true Matilda Gregory-that compels you to press play again. The pacing mirrors the suspense of a late-night detective novel, and the subtle sound design (soft creaks of old wood, distant wind through stone walls) adds an atmospheric depth that text alone can't match.
Devenish's prose is clear and engaging; he doesn't overindulge in ornate language but instead lets the story breathe. The themes-memory loss, identity, class disparity-are explored with sensitivity without feeling preachy. The emotional core remains Ida's quest for belonging, a universal desire that resonates beyond the 1886 setting.
In sum, Secret Heiress is more than a period mystery; it's an immersive audio experience that balances plot twists, character development, and atmospheric soundscapes. If you enjoy richly drawn settings, a dash of romance, and a suspenseful narrative that keeps you guessing until the final word, this audiobook will leave you eager for every new chapter.
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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