Book description
After hearing a recording of The Mikado at thirteen and falling in love with the contralto, Ann Drummond-Grant, Marcia Menter is devastated to learn that "Drummie" has died. The aspiring young singer's voice lessons go wrong in every possible way, but her dogged pursuit of information about her idol ultimately reveals the extraordinary story of a singer beloved on both sides of the Atlantic.
Mr. Alien
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Flint Cast-Iron
ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
ManManMan
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys – this app's ease of use is a winner. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Twitch
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Delirious Supernova
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. ListenBook's statistics feature is eye-opening. I had no idea how much time I spent immersed in audiobooks until I started using it. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
LocKz
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Danger Menace
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PP Dubs
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal – unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly.
Cardinal Rebel
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The Beekeeper
With this app, my daily commute has transformed into an engaging journey through captivating stories. This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books.
Sassy Muffin
ListenBook has made me fall in love with my audio content all over again – it's a must-have. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability.
ThoughtTracer
🎧 Navigating through narratives has never been simpler – this app's functionality enhances my audiobook journey. 📚💫 Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
K-9
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! 🌟📚 The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
Suicide Jockey
Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
NeoGermal
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal – unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
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My commutes to work have transformed into exciting journeys thanks to this app. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Springheel Jack
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Snow Hound
ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
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White Swan
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
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