Book description
This hilarious, touching debut novel by Aaron Foley, author of How to Live in Detroit Without Being a Jackass, follows three Black gay millennial men looking for love, friendship, and professional success in the Motor City. Suddenly jobless and single after a devastating layoff and a breakup with his cheating ex, advertising copywriter Dominick Gibson flees his life in Hell's Kitchen to try and get back on track in his hometown of Detroit. He's got one objective -- exit the shallow dating pool ASAP and get married by thirty-five -- and the deadline's approaching fast.Meanwhile, Dom's best friend, Troy Clements, an idealistic teacher who never left Michigan, finds himself at odds with all the men in his life: a troubled boyfriend he's desperate to hold onto, a perpetually dissatisfied father, and his other friend, Remy Patton. Remy, a rags-to-riches real estate agent known as "Mr. Detroit," has his own problems -- namely choosing between making it work with a long-distance lover or settling for a local Mr. Right Now who's not quite Mr. Right. And when a high-stakes real estate deal threatens to blow up his friendship with Troy, the three men have to figure out how to navigate the pitfalls of friendship and a city that seems to be changing overnight.Full of unforgettable characters, Boys Come First is about the trials and tribulations of real friendship, but also about the highlights and hiccups --late nights at the wine bar, awkward Grindr hookups, workplace microaggressions, situationships, frenemies, family drama, and of course, the group chat -- that define Black, gay, millennial life in today's Detroit.
DeathDancer
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DreamWeaver
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WordWanderer
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Kinged
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Steel Ginger
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Trigger Warming
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Twix Esses
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Digital Goddess
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Mindless Bobcat
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook.
Tall Sally
This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments β I'm forever grateful. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Nickname Master
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Scratch
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Burn
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FireBerry
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Mafia Princess
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket β truly amazing! Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go.
Lil Rebel Ma
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Moon Peaches
Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
Airport Hobo
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off β no more searching for my spot! ππ On-the-go listening has never been smoother β this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. ππ Perfect for both first-time listeners and audiobook veterans! The narrator's warm, inviting tone made this an incredibly comfortable listening experience. I particularly appreciated how well they handled dialogue - each character felt distinct without being cartoonish. The pacing kept me engaged throughout.
CommandX
π± Carrying stories in my pocket β this app's convenience is a game-changer! πποΈ ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
RealmRanger
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal library with me. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
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