Book description
"An intense snapshot of the chain reaction caused by pulling a trigger." -Booklist (starred review) "Astonishing." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "A tour de force." -Publishers Weekly (starred review) A Newbery Honor Book A Coretta Scott King Honor Book A Printz Honor Book A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021) A Los Angeles Times Book Prize Winner for Young Adult Literature Longlisted for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature Winner of the Walter Dean Myers Award An Edgar Award Winner for Best Young Adult Fiction Parents' Choice Gold Award Winner An Entertainment Weekly Best YA Book of 2017 A Vulture Best YA Book of 2017 A Buzzfeed Best YA Book of 2017 An ode to Put the Damn Guns Down, this is New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds's electrifying novel that takes place in sixty potent seconds-the time it takes a kid to decide whether or not he's going to murder the guy who killed his brother.A cannon. A strap. A piece. A biscuit. A burner. A heater. A chopper. A gat. A hammer A tool for RULE Or, you can call it a gun. That's what fifteen-year-old Will has shoved in the back waistband of his jeans. See, his brother Shawn was just murdered. And Will knows the rules. No crying. No snitching. Revenge. That's where Will's now heading, with that gun shoved in the back waistband of his jeans, the gun that was his brother's gun. He gets on the elevator, seventh floor, stoked. He knows who he's after. Or does he? As the elevator stops on the sixth floor, on comes Buck. Buck, Will finds out, is who gave Shawn the gun before Will took the gun. Buck tells Will to check that the gun is even loaded. And that's when Will sees that one bullet is missing. And the only one who could have fired Shawn's gun was Shawn. Huh. Will didn't know that Shawn had ever actually USED his gun. Bigger huh. BUCK IS DEAD. But Buck's in the elevator? Just as Will's trying to think this through, the door to the next floor opens. A teenage girl gets on, waves away the smoke from Dead Buck's cigarette. Will doesn't know her, but she knew him. Knew. When they were eight. And stray bullets had cut through the playground, and Will had tried to cover her, but she was hit anyway, and so what she wants to know, on that fifth floor elevator stop, is, what if Will, Will with the gun shoved in the back waistband of his jeans, MISSES. And so it goes, the whole long way down, as the elevator stops on each floor, and at each stop someone connected to his brother gets on to give Will a piece to a bigger story than the one he thinks he knows. A story that might never know an END...if Will gets off that elevator. Told in short, fierce staccato narrative verse, Long Way Down is a fast and furious, dazzlingly brilliant look at teenage gun violence, as could only be told by Jason Reynolds.
High Heel Goddess
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way – through audiobooks! With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Rummy Stickers
The app is lightweight and doesn’t drain my battery. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Voodoo Cyclone
Now I can enjoy my favorite books anytime, even during workouts. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Old Felix
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Gingersnap Woman
ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Dorothy Solitaire
The narrator's voices are so engaging, it's like having a personal storytelling session. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Grotas
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. From MP3 to FLAC, this app plays them all flawlessly. Say goodbye to compatibility issues!
Shay
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Mafia Princess
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Fast Draw
I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. The app's integration with CarPlay enhances my road trips with immersive audiobook journeys.
Tomcat
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MysticMingle
Thanks to ListenBook's automatic extraction of artwork and metadata, my library looks organized and appealing. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace.
Aqua Diva
I can't get enough of this app's versatile features – from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Mr. Gadget
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is truly remarkable. ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
Fist Wizard
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. 🏝️🎧 Packing for vacation just got better – this app is my getaway entertainment! 🌴📖 The ability to adjust playback speed is a fantastic study aid. I'm absorbing information faster than ever. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Grave Scuttlebutt
⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile. 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.
Stud Buster
I'm grateful for this app's ability to fit seamlessly into my lifestyle, making learning a part of my day. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Sun Leo
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
DriftDetector
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
Star Killer
Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
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