Audiobook The Crossover by Kwame Alexander in the ListenBook app
Want to listen to the audiobook The Crossover written by Kwame Alexander
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Book description
Hearing Kwame Alexander's The Crossover read aloud isn't just listening-it's feeling the pulse of the game. The audiobook transforms the novel's brilliant verse into pure, kinetic energy. You hear the thump of sneakers, the swish of the net, and Josh's fierce, rhythmic voice as he narrates his life on and off the court. This isn't just a story about basketball twins; it's a heart-stopping exploration of brotherhood, family secrets, and growing up fast. The verse format, already a gift, becomes utterly alive in audio. You feel the tension in Josh's lines: "With a bolt of lightning on my kicks... The court is SIZZLING." Alexander's own reading (or a superb narrator capturing his cadence) makes every line vibrate with the urgency of a game-winning play.
What makes this audiobook exceptional is how it honors the book's core truth: poetry isn't just words on a page-it's meant to be heard, felt. Alexander, a poet who truly believes in poetry's power, crafts a narrative that breathes. The twins' dynamic-Josh's competitive fire versus Jordan's quiet intensity-comes through in the subtle shifts of the voice, making their bond and conflict deeply real. You don't just learn about their family; you hear the weight of their father's absence, the unspoken love between brothers, all woven into the rhythm of the verse. The audiobook doesn't just tell the story-it lets you live it, heartbeat by heartbeat.
This is a middle-grade novel that resonates with readers of all ages, and the audio format elevates it. You'll find yourself leaning in, not just following the plot but absorbing the emotion in every line. The Newbery Medal winner isn't just a trophy-it's a testament to how powerfully this story connects. Hearing it read aloud makes you realize why verse works so perfectly here: it's the sound of a family, a game, and a moment in time, all crashing together. Don't just read The Crossover-hear it. You'll be hooked by the rhythm, moved by the truth, and left with the undeniable feeling that this story, in its spoken form, is something truly special. A masterclass in how poetry and performance can create something unforgettable.
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Adjust the playback speed
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Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
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VoiceOver support
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Share your audiobook with friends
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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
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Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience
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