Listen to Fever: A Novel by Mary Beth Keane
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
From the bestselling author of Ask Again, Yes, a novel about the woman known as “Typhoid Mary,” who becomes, “in Keane’s assured hands…a sympathetic, complex, and even inspiring character” (O, The Oprah Magazine).Mary Beth Keane has written a spectacularly bold and intriguing novel about the woman known as “Typhoid Mary,” the first person in America identified as a healthy carrier of Typhoid Fever. On the eve of the twentieth century, Mary Mallon emigrated from Ireland at age fifteen to make her way in New York City. Brave, headstrong, and dreaming of being a cook, she fought to climb up from the lowest rung of the domestic-service ladder. Canny and enterprising, she worked her way to the kitchen, and discovered in herself the true talent of a chef. Sought after by New York aristocracy, and with an independence rare for a woman of the time, she seemed to have achieved the life she’d aimed for when she arrived in Castle Garden. Then one determined “medical engineer” noticed that she left a trail of disease wherever she cooked, and identified her as an “asymptomatic carrier” of Typhoid Fever. With this seemingly preposterous theory, he made Mallon a hunted woman. The Department of Health sent Mallon to North Brother Island, where she was kept in isolation from 1907 to 1910, then released under the condition that she never work as a cook again. Yet for Mary—proud of her former status and passionate about cooking—the alternatives were abhorrent. She defied the edict. Bringing early-twentieth-century New York alive—the neighborhoods, the bars, the park carved out of upper Manhattan, the boat traffic, the mansions and sweatshops and emerging skyscrapers—Fever is an ambitious retelling of a forgotten life. In the imagination of Mary Beth Keane, Mary Mallon becomes a fiercely compelling, dramatic, vexing, sympathetic, uncompromising, and unforgettable heroine.
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's diverse format support and easy downloads, my reading routine has reached new heights. 🌟📚 Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook library. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment.
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable. 🏃♂️📚 I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. 📱📖 ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts.
Savoring audiobooks without complications – this app's design is top-notch. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. This app's library is a treasure trove – I'm always discovering new favorites. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. 🎧 Making housework more enjoyable – audiobooks turn mundane chores into moments of discovery. 🧹📚
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now