Book description
# The Girls at the Kingfisher Club: A Dazzling Jazz Age Fairy Tale
Genevieve Valentine's debut novel is exactly what happens when fairy tales get a glamorous makeover and hit the town. This isn't your childhood bedtime story - it's the story you wish someone had told you about what happened after those twelve princesses went to sleep every night.
## Flappers, Jazz, and Family Loyalty
The Hamilton sisters aren't your typical fairy tale characters. They're flappers, dancing their way through 1920s Manhattan with Jo - "The General" - leading the pack. Valentine captures that electric energy of the Roaring Twenties perfectly, from secret speakeasies to midnight cab rides. The audiobook format really brings out the rhythm of this era, making you feel like you're right there on the dance floor.
What struck me most was how Valentine transformed a simple fairy tale into something complex and emotionally rich. The sisters' bond feels authentic and lived-in, not just magical convenience. Jo's protective instincts toward her younger sisters create genuine tension when their carefully orchestrated nightlife starts unraveling.
## More Than Just Pretty Dancing
The story kicks into high gear when the girls face their biggest challenge yet - their father's plan to marry them off. Suddenly, those nightly escapes aren't just about fun anymore; they're about freedom. Valentine handles this transition beautifully, never losing sight of the emotional stakes while keeping the plot moving at a brisk pace.
The Kingfisher Club itself becomes almost a character in the story, a place where the sisters can truly be themselves away from their father's controlling gaze. Valentine's world-building is subtle but effective - you never doubt that you're in 1920s Manhattan, but she never hits you over the head with period details either.
## Why You Should Listen
If you've ever wondered what those mysterious dancing princesses were really up to, this audiobook will satisfy that curiosity in spades. Valentine's writing is crisp and confident, and the story moves with the same energy as the jazz music that drives the plot.
This is fairy tale retelling done right - respectful of the original while creating something entirely new and compelling. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, fantasy, or just a good story well told.
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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
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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