Book description
This epic novel is set against the backdrop of the Sino-Japanese war, from the time Japan annexed Manchuria in the early 1930s until the end of the Second World War. During these years, a militaristic Japan pursued an aggressive dream to colonize not only China but also the whole of Southeast Asia and beyond. The brutal sacking of Chiang Kai-shek’s new capital, Nanking, which refused to surrender to the Imperial Army, was a graphic example of Japanese retribution in a war of punishment. The story of these tumultuous years is told through the lives of a disparate group of fictional characters: a young Russian woman émigré caught between her complex love affair with a British journalist and a liberal-minded Japanese diplomat, an Indian nationalist working for Japanese intelligence, a Chinese professor with communist sympathies, an American missionary doctor and a Japanese soldier, who are all brought together by the monstrous dislocation of war. Enmeshed in a savage world beyond their control, each character turns to the deepest part of themselves to find a way to survive.© 2016 by Meira Chand. Published in paper format in Singapore by Marshall Cavendish International Asia, recorded by Storyside 2020.
Father Abbot
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Spider Fuji
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QuestQuill
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RoarSweetie
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Plegasus
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Most Wanted
I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
DreadSherX
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. I'm hooked on this app's ease of use – it's a reader's dream come true.
Spoiler Betty
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CodeExia
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Evil Smith
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use.
Street Jolly
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Mint Ness
Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Suicide Jockey
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization – top-notch. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature!
Succubus In Training
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
California Goddess
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks.
Venom Charms
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Tan Stallion
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X-Dew
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Blinker
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience.
Mosquit-No
ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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