Book description
A dangerous forbidden romance rocks a Texan oil town in 1937, when segregation was a matter of life and death. A Top Ten Most Challenged Book of the Year "This is East Texas, and there's lines. Lines you cross, lines you don't cross. That clear?" New London, TX. 1937. Naomi Vargas is Mexican American. Wash Fuller is Black. These teens know the town's divisive racism better than anyone. But sometimes the attraction between two people is so powerful it breaks through even the most entrenched color lines. And the consequences can be explosive. Naomi and Wash dare to defy the rules, and the New London school explosion serves as a ticking time bomb in the background. Can their love survive both prejudice and tragedy? Race, romance, and family converge in this riveting novel that transplants Romeo and Juliet to a bitterly segregated Texas town. Includes a fascinating author's note detailing the process of research and writing about voices that have largely been excluded from historical accounts. A Printz Honor BookA Booklist 50 Best YA Books of All Time SelectionA Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearA School Library Journal Best BookWinner of the Tomás Rivera Mexican American Children's Book Award
Thrasher
I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Sherm
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Little Drunk Girl
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Tabasco Dracula
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Guillotine Trigger
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Shamrock
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Berlin Kamikaze
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel.
Toy Peep
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Crash Enforcer
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. The convenience of having a library at my fingertips is unparalleled. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱
Miss Nova
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MrOnsTr
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FireBerry
Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you!
Mule Lock
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
SkyGod
This app's convenience has made reading a priority in my busy schedule. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Daisy Stick
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. 🌟 Reading has never been this easy – this app fits right into my fast-paced lifestyle. 📚💫 The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Venom Petunia
No more fighting over the radio during family trips – we're all hooked on audiobooks now. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. 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.
Black Firefly
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist! The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
Mr. Fabulous
This app's user-friendly design makes navigating through books a breeze. 🎙️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm enjoying audiobooks without missing a beat in my day. 🎶📚 Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook experience. I can't imagine going back! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Dark Burn
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Skirble
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. As an audiobook enthusiast, this app is a dream come true. Its compatibility with various formats and easy navigation make it my ultimate reading companion. 🌟🎧 The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
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