Book description
"A well-researched and well-told epic history. The Dark Queens brings these courageous, flawed, and ruthless rulers and their distant times back to life."--Margot Lee Shetterly, New York Times-bestselling author of Hidden Figures The remarkable, little-known story of two trailblazing women in the Early Middle Ages who wielded immense power, only to be vilified for daring to rule. Brunhild was a foreign princess, raised to be married off for the sake of alliance-building. Her sister-in-law Fredegund started out as a lowly palace slave. And yet-in sixth-century Merovingian France, where women were excluded from noble succession and royal politics was a blood sport-these two iron-willed strategists reigned over vast realms, changing the face of Europe. The two queens commanded armies and negotiated with kings and popes. They formed coalitions and broke them, mothered children and lost them. They fought a decades-long civil war-against each other. With ingenuity and skill, they battled to stay alive in the game of statecraft, and in the process laid the foundations of what would one day be Charlemagne's empire. Yet after the queens' deaths-one gentle, the other horrific-their stories were rewritten, their names consigned to slander and legend. In The Dark Queens, award-winning writer Shelley Puhak sets the record straight. She resurrects two very real women in all their complexity, painting a richly detailed portrait of an unfamiliar time and striking at the roots of some of our culture's stubbornest myths about female power. The Dark Queens offers proof that the relationships between women can transform the world.
Dallas Foxface
This audiobook app is an absolute lifesaver! It brings my favorite stories to life with unparalleled convenience. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level.
Baby Spell
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Jelly Momentum
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Granola
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book β so convenient! Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Stealth
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Nice Gnome
Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
Chip Queen
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Danger Menace
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CommandX
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Earl of Arms
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks.
Toe
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Fiend Oblivion
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. ππ§ Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
Mr. Lucky
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant source of books.
Sir Shove
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Goldman
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Carrot Joker
Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars! Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
I'm hooked on this app's curated content β it's like having a personal librarian. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life.
Houston
With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference.
Jersey
Audiobooks anytime, anywhere β this app's functionality is a reader's delight. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. I appreciate the dark mode option. Itβs easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Energy
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences β time flies by! Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
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