Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Two feuding second-grade teachers (and neighbors) find themselves teaming up in this new rivals-to-lovers romance set in Rome, Kentucky—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Rule Book and Practice Makes Perfect.“Sarah Adams writes books with heart and soul. They speak to the people finding their way and being unapologetically themselves in the process. I love her style.”—Hannah Grace, author of IcebreakerEmily Walker hates having her carefully crafted world disrupted by anyone, most of all her legendary nemesis, Jack Bennett. He’s the opposite of the wonderful heroes she dreams up in her double life as a romance writer, which is why Emily was perfectly happy when Jack left Rome, Kentucky, mid-school year with his fiancée. The last thing Emily saw coming was Jack’s return at the start of the summer after calling off the wedding and ending his relationship, but he’s here to stay—as her colleague and her neighbor.Jack is glad to be back, eager to renovate his house and work on the next mystery novel under his bestselling pen name. But when he realizes he’s now neighbors with the one woman who has always pushed his buttons, he discovers something he’s even more excited about—thwarting Emily and her petty plans to sabotage his return.With their chemistry-fueled animosity at an all-time high, Emily accidentally sends an email to their school’s principal that could reveal her secret literary side hustle. She needs to steal back her manuscript, and Jack—she hates to admit—is just the man to help her. Surprisingly, he agrees. Will their unlikely alliance put an end to their rivalry? Or could it lead to a steamy plot twist they never saw coming?Look for all of Sarah Adams’s When in Rome books:WHEN IN ROME • PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT • BEG, BORROW, OR STEAL (Coming Soon!)
About the Author
Sarah Adams is the New York Times bestselling author of The Cheat Sheet and Practice Makes Perfect. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, she loves her family and warm days. Sarah has dreamed of being a writer since she was a girl, but finally wrote her first novel when her daughters were napping and she no longer had any excuses to put it off. Sarah is a coffee addict, a British history nerd, a mom of two daughters, married to her best friend, and an indecisive introvert. Her hope is to write stories that make readers laugh, maybe even cry—but always leave them happier than when they started reading.
Show Boat
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WanderWord
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Bitmap
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Liquid Science
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Geneva Cuffs
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Dark Horse
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RiddleRanger
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Sugar Domino
Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
ELLerG!c
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literature. I can't get enough of this app – it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. ListenBook's customizable audio filters add a new dimension to my audiobook enjoyment. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs.
Friday Fox
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Biscuit Meg
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
FearLeSS
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. 🎧 Elevating my reading experience – this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. 📱📖 Audiobook immersion simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Stacker of Wheat
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization. ListenBook has streamlined my audiobook experience. It's a must-have app for enthusiasts.
Lady Killer
With this app, I've found a way to turn every moment into an opportunity for learning and enrichment. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Universe Bullet
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions.
Shy Warrior
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Gbbledgoodk
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking and listening has never been this smooth – this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. 🏞️📖 ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Fennel Dove
Background play feature lets me multitask while enjoying a book – brilliant! ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
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