Book description
A powerful debut novel that's "hilarious, heartbreaking, and ass-kicking" (Jamie Ford), of a Puerto Rican family in Staten Island who discovers their long-missing sister is potentially alive and cast on a reality TV show, and they set out to bring her home. A Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by Elle - USA Today - Today.com - Ms. Magazine - Good Housekeeping - Bustle - The Week - Goodreads - Bookriot - Pop Culturely - SheReads - Litreactor - Electric Lit - The Mary Sue - People EspaΓ±ol - Zibby Mag The Ramirez women of Staten Island orbit around absence. When thirteen-year-old middle child Ruthy disappeared after track practice without a trace, it left the family scarred and scrambling. One night, twelve years later, oldest sister Jessica spots a woman on her TV screen in Catfight, a raunchy reality show. She rushes to tell her younger sister, Nina: This woman's hair is dyed red, and she calls herself Ruby, but the beauty mark under her left eye is instantly recognizable. Could it be Ruthy, after all this time? The years since Ruthy's disappearance haven't been easy on the Ramirez family. It's 2008, and their mother, Dolores, still struggles with the loss, Jessica juggles a newborn baby with her hospital job, and Nina, after four successful years at college, has returned home to medical school rejections and is forced to work in the mall folding tiny bedazzled thongs at the lingerie store. After seeing maybe-Ruthy on their screen, Jessica and Nina hatch a plan to drive to where the show is filmed in search of their long-lost sister. When Dolores catches wind of their scheme, she insists on joining, along with her pot-stirring holy roller best friend, Irene. What follows is a family road trip and reckoning that will force the Ramirez women to finally face the past and look toward a future--with or without Ruthy in it. What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez is a vivid family portrait, in all its shattered reality, exploring the familial bonds between women and cycles of generational violence, colonialism, race, and silence, replete with snark, resentment, tenderness, and, of course, love.
Tan Stallion
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Jester
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Pepper Mouse
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Red Heroine
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Pink Stream
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Metal Aphrodite
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's a convenient habit. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
InsightInkwell
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Bom Crossed
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Pixie Taze
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Psycho Thinker
This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. An audiobook Iβll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narratorβs performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
The Belgian
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodβwhat a creative addition! I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Star Killer
This app has added a new layer of enjoyment to my downtime β I'm truly grateful. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Brick Mooch
ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Romance Princess
Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Athens Fire
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app!
Miss Lucky
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. πΆ Saying goodbye to tangled headphones and complex controls β this app's easy navigation has made audiobook listening a breeze. π΅π
DeathDancer
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true β from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything. With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move β it's like having a tutor by my side. This app has made multitasking a breeze β I can 'read' while I work! πΆπ Replacing tunes with stories β my house is alive with the sound of narration! π§π
CodeExia
ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Doz
If you love stories but have a busy schedule, this app is your solution! Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Referee
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make every listening session a pleasure. This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. Simplifying audiobook management β this app's functionality is a true asset. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
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