Book description
If you've ever wondered what lurks behind the glittering facade of Old Hollywood, True Hollywood Noir: Filmland Mysteries and Murders is the audiobook you need to dive into. Dina Di Mambro blends classic Hollywood glamour with true crime in a way that feels like TCM and the Investigation Discovery Channel had a love child. It's not just a book - it's a juicy, well-researched deep-dive into the darker side of Tinseltown.
What makes this audiobook especially gripping is how Di Mambro tells each story like you're sitting across from her, sipping coffee and hanging on every twist. From the mysterious death of William Desmond Taylor to the tragic ends of stars like Natalie Wood and Bob Crane, each chapter pulls back the curtain on real-life scandals that sound too wild to be true. And honestly? Some of them are even crazier than the noir films these stars made.
The narration brings these tales to life with just the right tone - not too dramatic, but full of that old-school Hollywood intrigue. You don't have to be a film buff to enjoy it, but if you are, you'll geek out over the details. Di Mambro's passion for both classic cinema and mystery shines through every moment, making even the slow-burn stories feel compelling.
There's also something deeply satisfying about hearing about figures like Bugsy Siegel, Virginia Hill, and Marion Davies woven into the same narrative as Hollywood royalty like Grace Kelly and Cary Grant. It all feels connected in this shadowy world where mob ties, studio politics, and personal tragedy blur together.
Whether you're into true crime, classic movies, or just love a good scandal, this audiobook delivers. It's binge-worthy, informative, and leaves you questioning what was real and what was just another Hollywood story.
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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