Book description
Twelfth Night Secrets - A Holiday Spy-Romance That Sparkles
If you've ever dreamed that a Christmas party could be more than just carols and mince pies, Jane Feather's Twelfth Night Secrets delivers a full-blown spell of intrigue, passion, and holiday magic. As an audiobook, the book feels like a cozy fireside chat with a friend who's just found a secret lover in the mistletoe.
From the first line we're introduced to Lady Harriet Devere, a young woman whose life is suddenly tangled between duty and desire. After her brother Nick falls in love, she finds herself thrust into a dangerous mission: determine whether the charming Earl Julius Forsythe might be a double agent for the French. Feather's storytelling is breezy yet precise, turning espionage into an almost playful game of hide-and-seek that feels fresh even to seasoned romance readers.
What makes this book shine is how Feather balances heart-warmingly sweet moments with genuine suspense. The holiday house party scene is painted in vivid detail-twinkling lights, the scent of pine and roasted chestnuts, a group of guests who laugh and dance while Harriet silently watches her target. When Julius enters the room, his "penetrating dark eyes" and "virile athletic build" are described with an almost poetic flair that makes the reader feel the chemistry building under the mistletoe.
The narrator's voice captures each character perfectly: a playful, slightly mischievous tone for Harriet; smooth, confident delivery for Julius; and a subtle, serious cadence when the stakes rise. The pacing is just right-there are enough twists to keep you on edge but never so many that the romance feels rushed. Feather gives us the chance to see how two spies can navigate love in a world where trust is scarce.
The heart of Twelfth Night Secrets is its celebration of "holiday miracles." Harriet's journey shows that even when duty demands sacrifice, it's still possible for true love to bloom-especially during Christmas. The ending feels satisfying without being too predictable; the mystery resolves neatly while leaving room for a future in which love and loyalty can coexist.
In short, Feather's audiobook delivers an engaging mix of historical setting, espionage intrigue, and steamy romance-all wrapped in a festive package that makes you want to sit back with cocoa and listen again. Whether you're a fan of spy thrillers or just looking for a holiday read that will warm your heart, Twelfth Night Secrets is the perfect pick-up for any Christmas playlist.
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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
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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