Book description
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!A GLOBE AND MAIL BESTSELLER"Unforgettable" --Kelly Rimmer, New York Times bestselling authorInspired by true events, the riveting story of a young Jewish woman trapped on the occupied island of Jersey during World War II.Summer 1940: Hedy Bercu fled Vienna two years ago. Now she watches the skies over Jersey for German planes, convinced that an invasion is imminent. When it finally comes, there is no counterattack from Allied forces--the Channel Islands are simply not worth defending. Most islanders and occupying forces settle into an uneasy coexistence, but for Hedy, the situation is perilously different. For Hedy is Jewish--a fact that could mean deportation, or worse.With no means of escape, Hedy hides in plain sight, working as a translator for the Germans while silently working against them. She forges a tentative friendship with a sympathetic German officer who is likewise trapped by circumstance. But as the war intensifies, Hedy knows she is in greater danger each day. Soon, her survival will depend not just on her own courage but on the community she has come to cherish and a man who should be her enemy.Vividly recreating little-known events, this is an unforgettable tale of resilience and bravery, and of the extraordinary power found in quiet acts of heroism and love."Riveting" --Karen Robards, New York Times bestselling author"Harrowing" --Noelle Salazar, bestselling author"Cinematic" --Ellen Keith, author of The Dutch Wife"Captivating" --Glynis Peters, author of The Secret Orphan
Lady Peach
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Engine Eye
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Gas Man
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EchoExplorer
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Cool Whip
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Bridge Whip
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Crazy Rox
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Broomspun
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Stacker of Wheat
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Bowler
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Dallas Foxface
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Married Man
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SkyGod
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Solitaire
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Opulent Gamer
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. The tone adjustment feature in ListenBook Pro is a novel addition that allows me to personalize my audiobook experience. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Sun Runner
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. π Unlocking the door to imagination β this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. ππ I can't get enough of the binaural audio processing. It's like a breath of fresh air for my ears.
Little General
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HOV
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
DuckDuck
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Crazy Rox
This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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