Book description
You hear the crackle of the fire in 221B Baker Street as the narrator's voice settles into the rhythm of Holmes' mind. It's not just a reading-it's stepping into the foggy streets of London, where a lost hat leads to a vanished jewel, a twisted lip hides a secret, and a speckled band whispers danger. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, collected here, isn't just a book; it's the sound of genius in action, perfectly realized for the ear.
The narrator nails Holmes' razor-sharp intellect without the usual cartoonish accent-just a quiet, precise delivery that makes you lean in. When Holmes says, "The game is afoot," you feel the thrill, not just hear it. The pacing is masterful: a slow burn for "The Red-Headed League," a sudden pivot in "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle" as a lost goose leads to a stolen gem, and that bone-chilling tension in "The Speckled Band" where the sound of a snake's hiss feels almost real. You're not just listening to a story; you're solving it alongside Watson, hearing his quiet astonishment as Holmes pieces together the impossible.
What makes this audiobook shine is how it captures the texture of the original. You hear the clink of a teacup as Holmes deduces a client's profession from a muddy boot. You feel the weight of the Beryl Coronet case in the narrator's measured pause before the climax. It's not about drama-it's about the quiet, relentless power of observation. The stories, written over a century ago, feel utterly fresh here, stripped of nostalgia and restored to their pure, elegant brilliance.
This isn't just a classic retold-it's a reminder of why these tales endure. Holmes isn't a superhero; he's a man who sees what others ignore, and the audiobook lets you hear that brilliance in every syllable. You'll find yourself pausing the player, not to take notes, but to savor a line of dialogue or a perfectly timed deduction. The Strand Magazine's original readers fell for Holmes in print; this audio version makes you feel like you're sitting across from him, sharing the smoke of his pipe, as he unravels the case before your very ears. It's the most authentic, immersive Holmes experience you'll find-no gimmicks, just timeless storytelling, delivered with quiet, undeniable mastery.
Mercury Reborn
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D-Hog-Day
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Whipsaw
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Red Delicious
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Dez North
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Silver Agent
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MuseMaster
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Jetta Talent
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
RoarSweetie
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FrankenGrin
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High Kingdom Warrior
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FLAK Angel
Efficiency and ease combined – this app is a must-have for book lovers. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
D-Hog-Day
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime – I'm truly grateful.
Petite Beauty
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Morbid Angel
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Bleach
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ByteBard
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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