Book description
# Sorcery & Cecelia: A Delightful Romp Through Regency Magic
Perfect for fans of: Bridget Jones meets Harry Potter with a dash of Jane Austen
## What's the Story?
Set in an alternate Regency England where magic is real and witches are definitely not your friends, this audiobook follows cousins Kate and Cecelia as they navigate their first London season. But this isn't your typical coming-out story - there's a witch trying to poison Kate, a mysterious spy lurking around Cecelia, and an ex-boyfriend who's been turned into a tree (yes, really).
## Why You'll Love It
The genius of Wrede's writing lies in how she balances genuine danger with pure fun. These aren't grim, brooding magical adventures - they're clever, witty, and genuinely entertaining. The cousins' correspondence format makes for intimate storytelling that translates beautifully to audio format.
What sets this apart is how it treats magic as both wonderfully useful and utterly ridiculous. The enchanted chocolate pot isn't just a plot device; it's a perfect metaphor for how the book mixes the practical with the fantastical.
## The Audiobook Experience
The narration brings out the Regency voice without overdoing the period affectations. You'll find yourself caught up in the cousins' adventures, from society balls to magical duels, without ever feeling like you're listening to a history lesson.
## Perfect For:
Commutes that need more sparkle
Fans of clever female protagonists
Anyone who's wondered what would happen if Bridget Jones had spellbooks instead of self-help guides
This isn't just fantasy - it's fantasy with excellent manners and even better humor. Highly recommended for anyone ready to have their expectations deliciously confounded.
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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