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These Feathered Flames by Alexandra Overy - Audiobook Review
Okay, let me just say - this audiobook completely wrecked me in the best possible way!
The story follows twin princesses Izaveta and Asya in a world where magic and murder go hand in hand. I was hooked from the moment we see how their lives diverge - one stays at court learning to be queen, the other gets whisked away to train with the actual Firebird. How cool is that premise?
What really got me was how Overy doesn't play it safe with these characters. They're complicated, they make questionable choices, and they're definitely not the typical "good" princesses you'd expect. The morally grey territory they navigate feels so refreshing.
The audiobook production is solid - the narrator really captures the tension between the sisters and the dangerous political atmosphere of the court. When the magic starts going haywire and suddenly the queen is dead? Chills.
I'm usually wary of books that promise romance, mystery, and magic all at once, but Overy pulls it off. The pacing keeps you guessing about who actually killed their mother while you're trying to figure out which sister you're rooting for.
The Russian-inspired setting feels fresh without being overwhelming, and honestly, I can't wait to see where the duology goes from here. If you're into fierce female characters who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty, this one's for you.
Highly recommend listening to this one - it's the perfect blend of political intrigue and sibling drama with just enough magic to keep things interesting.
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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