Book description
She knew now, with a sense of deep tranquil certainty, that terror and injury could not spring from love of this kind, no matter what Nurse said. But she could not put all this into words.Set over the course of a summer, The Spring Begins follows the autonomous awakenings of three women at various stages of life and at different levels of employment within households. There's the young orphan Lottie, employed as a nursemaid to the wealthy Kellaway children and terrified by the world of men; the scullery maid Maggie, 19, and unafraid of seeking out pleasure where it is offered to her; and Hessy Price the older governess to a local clerical family whose worldview shatters when her younger sister becomes engaged. As each woman tries to navigate their physical desires alongside social propriety, the currency of beauty and youth alongside the toll domestic work and poverty takes on their bodies, each comes to find happiness in their own unique way.This human drama is set against the Kellayway's beautiful country house, though the house is often little more than the anchor to the vast garden and the wild stretch of coast owned by the family. It is against the bloom of flowers and the crash of waves that these springs of attraction and longing play out.
CyberScribe
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StorySculptor
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NecroBull
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Trigger Warming
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Legacy
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Miss Rum Punch
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Loot
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Blue Despair
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Microwave Chardonnay
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Preach Man
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High-Fructose
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Nacho
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Keystone
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Dropkick
Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a standout.
RZRWRE
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone.
Referee
I've become the storyteller of my family, sharing the amazing audiobooks I've discovered. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. Audiobook immersion without fuss β this app's ease of use is commendable. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Lewd Dice
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Sidewalk Enforcer
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Predator
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Flame OUT
I'm finally making progress on my reading goals, thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze.
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