Book description
The Cold War meets Mad Men in the form of Karel Koecher, a double agent whose shifting loyalties and over-the-top hedonism reverberated from New York to Moscow In the mid-1970s, the CIA and KGB watched Karel Koecher closely--they were both convinced he was working for the enemy. And they were both right. Traveling with his wife, Hana, Koecher posed as a Czechoslovak asylum seeker and arrived in the US as a Communist sleeper agent. After parlaying a doctorate from Columbia into a job at the CIA, Koecher proceeded to operate as a double agent at the height of the Cold War. Shunning a low profile, the Koechers embraced Manhattan's high life--with cocaine, swinging, and parties emblematic of the times and their penchant for risk. Hana, who was no more than a shy teenager when she arrived, grew into a sophisticated international diamond dealer who relayed messages to Karel's handlers. Riding a wave of euphoria, the Koechers felt unstoppable. But it was too good to last. Using newly declassified documents, interrogation tapes, and extraordinary firsthand accounts from the Koechers themselves, Cunningham reconstructs their double lives and the fading Cold War, where a strange moral fog made it hard to know what truth was being fought for, and to what end.
Sugar Hiccup
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TulipCake
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Station WMD
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Barbwire
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Firefly Caramel
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
Whistler
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TrixiePhany
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Old Man Winter
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Dredd
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LoreLoomer
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. This app has made multitasking a breeze β I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition β knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze.
Sherwood Gladiator
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Sepukku
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ShadowDancer
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Twinkle Cutlass
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Intimidating Presence
I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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!
Dangle
Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Wings
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Metal Star
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. This app's sleek design and intuitive features make it my trusted partner in exploring new narratives. I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
High Deck
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Flame OUT
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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