Book description
Thistlemarsh: A Review
The crackling of autumn leaves underfoot couldn't be more fitting as I press play on this enchanting audiobook. Moorea Corrigan has crafted something truly special with "Thistlemarsh"-a story that unfolds like a well-worn fairy tale discovered in an attic trunk.
Our protagonist, Mouse Dunne, arrives at her inherited estate with nothing but determination and a heart heavy with loss. The post-WWI setting feels achingly real, especially when contrasted with the magical elements that slowly seep back into Mouse's pragmatic world. Narrator Sarah Ovens brings Mouse to life with just the right blend of vulnerability and steel-her voice cracking slightly when discussing her shell-shocked brother, then hardening with resolve when facing impossible odds.
The real showstopper here is how Corrigan weaves together the mundane struggles of estate management with genuine Faerie magic. When the mysterious Faerie lord appears, offering to restore Thistlemarsh in exchange for... unspecified terms, the tension crackles through Ovens' performance. There's something deliciously dangerous in the way she voices his propositions, making listeners lean closer even when every instinct screams warning.
What sets this audiobook apart isn't just the plot-though the race against time to save the estate while uncovering family secrets is genuinely gripping. It's how Corrigan understands that the best Faerie stories aren't about wish fulfillment, but about the price of crossing into their world. Ovens captures this perfectly, her voice shifting subtly between Mouse's practical exterior and the wonder she's spent years trying to suppress.
The supporting cast, from the gruff groundskeeper to Mouse's traumatized brother, all feel authentic rather than mere plot devices. Each character serves the larger themes of healing, family obligation, and what we're willing to sacrifice for those we love.
"Thistlemarsh" succeeds because it respects both its Faerie folklore roots and its very human emotional core. This isn't just another fantasy romance-it's a meditation on grief, hope, and the magic that sometimes lingers in the spaces between what we've lost and what we're still fighting to save.
Perfect for autumn evenings with a cup of tea and the windows open to catch that first hint of seasonal change.
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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