Book description
A political scion and her magically bound fire warlock must face their greatest fears to save the Empire from a ruthless enemy in the explosive conclusion of a spellbinding fantasy trilogy from David Gemmell Award-nominated author Melissa Caruso. While winter snows keep the Witch Lord Ruven's invading armies at bay, Lady Amalia Cornaro and the fire warlock Zaira attempt to change the fate of mages in the Raverran Empire forever, earning the enmity of those in power who will do anything to keep all magic under tight imperial control. But in the season of the Serene City's great masquerade, Ruven executes a devastating surprise strike at the heart of the Empire -- and at everything Amalia holds most dear. To stand a chance of defeating Ruven, Amalia and Zaira must face their worst nightmares, expose their deepest secrets, and unleash Zaira's most devastating fire. Praise for Swords and Fire: "Charming, intelligent, fast-moving, beautifully atmospheric, with a heroine and other characters whom I really liked as people. I couldn't put it down."―Genevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library "Breathtaking... Worth every moment and every page, and should make anyone paying attention excited about what Caruso will write next."―BookPage "A riveting read, with delicious intrigue, captivating characters, and a brilliant magic system. I loved it from start to finish!"―Sarah Beth Durst, author of The Queen of Blood Swords and Fire The Tethered Mage The Defiant Heir The Unbound Empire For more from Melissa Caruso, check out: Rooks and Ruin The Obsidian Tower
Pop Bee
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Chasm Face
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Taffy Duchess
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NexusNavigator
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. With this app, reading is no longer a task – it's a delightful habit.
Light Lion
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Cricket
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Steel
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Old Felix
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Wiccan Thunder
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High Kingdom Warrior
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Bug Blitz
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The Shield Toronto
The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection.
Raggedy Ann
ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. With this app, reading is as simple as pressing play – it's genius! The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. 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.
Venom Petunia
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Dez North
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction ensures that my listening experience remains clear and enjoyable.
Miss Nova
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. The app's support for multiple formats is flawless. Very satisfied. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Tweety
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences – a thoughtful feature. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine.
Prof. Screw
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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