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PREPARE TO BE HOOKED . . . ''I was ENTHRALLED. Empathetic, gripping, authentic'' Gillian McAllister ''A GRIPPING read. Superb!'' Shari Lapena ''Dark menace, consummate plotting. A sheer PLEASURE to read'' Harriet Tyce ''Fast-paced, cleverly plotted. GRIPS from first page to last'' Paula Hawkins ''Artful, slippery, HUGELY SATISFYING. A rare treat awaits!'' Louise Candlish ''The story EVERYONE has been waiting for.'' Adele Parks ______________ LONDON. Early morning, June 2019: on the foreshore of the river Thames, a bag of bones is discovered. Human bones. DCI Samuel Owusu is called to the scene and quickly sends the bag for forensic examination. The bones are those of a young woman, killed by a blow to the head many years ago. Also inside the bag is a trail of clues, in particular the seeds of a rare tree which lead DCI Owusu back to a mansion in Chelsea where, nearly thirty years previously, three people lay dead in a kitchen, and a baby waited upstairs for someone to pick her up. The clues point forward too to a brother and sister in Chicago searching for the only person who can make sense of their pasts. Four deaths. An unsolved mystery. A family whose secrets can''t stay buried for ever ... PREPARE TO BE HOOKED. IT''S LISA JEWELL''S NEW NOVEL . . . ______________ More love for The Family Remains . . . ''The queen of compulsively readable psychological thrillers returns with another up-all-night page-turner'' Metro ''Another brilliantly plotted and paced book from the much love psychological suspense novelist'' PRIMA ''The sequel to The Family Upstairs has the same propulsive plot but you don''t need to have read the first to enjoy this'' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING ''A riveting, rollicking read, guaranteed to send your blood pressure soaring'' RED MAGAZINE ''Jewell is a master of the art of keeping her readers gripped'' LIVING EDGE MAGAZINE ''A fiendishly well plotted, compulsively readable novel, teeming with secrets and lies'' DECLAN HUGHES, THE IRISH TIMES ''Gives us an unforgettable ending'' JANE CORRY ''It''s a triumph. Brava!'' ERIN KELLY ''Compulsive, gripping and immersive.'' CL TAYLOR ''A sheer pleasure to read.'' HARRIET TYCE ''Simply masterful.'' SAMANTHA DOWNING ''Lisa Jewell is, simply, outstanding.'' ALEX MARWOOD ''Compelling, ingenious, breath-stopping.'' TAMAR COHEN ''A witty and propulsive stunner of a novel.'' KATHERINE HEINY ''This is Lisa Jewell at her absolute best. I loved it!'' PAUL BURSTON ''The story everyone has been waiting for. Wonderfully satisfying.'' ADELE PARKS ''A masterclass in storytelling from one of the best there is.'' AMANDA JENNINGS ''Another masterclass in thriller writing from the current queen of psychological suspense.'' MARK EDWARDS ''A compulsive, dark, satisfying tale that will pick you up and refuse to put you down.'' CATHERINE STEADMAN ''This is perfection on a page.'' ALICE FEENEY ''Twisty, intriguing and utterly compelling!'' ANDREA MARA ''Compelling, intriguing and entirely entertaining, I absolutely loved it!'' LIZ NUGENT ''A complex, beautifully written and addictive read'' SINEAD CROWLEY ______________ Praise for Lisa Jewell . . . ''I read it all in one sitting'' COLLEEN HOOVER ''I loved The Family Upstairs!'' SARAH JESSICA PARKER ''Gripping'' OLIVIA COLMAN ''Enthralling'' RUTH WARE ''Engrossing'' IAN RANKIN ''Twisty'' CLARE MACKINTOSH ''Excellent'' GUARDIAN ''Stupendous'' RUTH JONES ''Brilliant'' SARAH PINBOROUGH ''Unputdownable'' C.L. TAYLOR
Bad Princess
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Snowflake Pixie
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Baby Brown
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Easy Street
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Who knew that commuting could become such an enjoyable reading session? Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Rusty Vortex
I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
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Saturn Extreme
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Stud Buster
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Alley Cat
This app's intuitive controls and user-friendly layout have made audiobook listening a true pleasure. Simplifying audiobook management – this app's functionality is a true asset. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Toy Peep
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Fire Fish
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way – while cooking, working out, or even gardening. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it!
Feral Mayhem
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience.
Doughboy, Esq
Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze – this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. 📱📖 Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Reno Monarch
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. 🚗📖 Beating traffic blues with engaging audiobooks – driving has never been this fun! 🚗🎧
Energy
Simplifying audiobook adventures – this app's ease of use is a delight. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It enhances the audio quality and makes listening comfortable. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Suicide Jockey
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
FearLeSS
I can't imagine my life without this app – it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like having a personal reading guide. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Ember Rope
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NightDream
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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