Listen to American Fire: Love, Arson, and Life in a Vanishing Land by Monica Hesse
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
A New York Times Notable Book of the Year A Washington Post Notable Book of the Year One of Amazon's 20 Best Books of the Year Named one of the Best Books of the Year by Buzzfeed, Bustle, NPR, NYLON, and Thrillist Finalist for the Goodreads Book Award (Nonfiction) Finalist for the Edgar Award (Best Fact Crime) A Book of the Month Club Selection A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice Selection "A brisk, captivating and expertly crafted reconstruction of a community living through a time of fear.... Masterful." -Washington Post The arsons started on a cold November midnight and didn't stop for months. Night after night, the people of Accomack County waited to see which building would burn down next, regarding each other at first with compassion, and later suspicion. Vigilante groups sprang up, patrolling the rural Virginia coast with cameras and camouflage. Volunteer firefighters slept at their stations. The arsonist seemed to target abandoned buildings, but local police were stretched too thin to surveil them all. Accomack was desolate-there were hundreds of abandoned buildings. And by the dozen they were burning. "One of the year's best and most unusual true-crime books" (Christian Science Monitor), American Fire brings to vivid life the reeling county of Accomack. "Ace reporter" (Entertainment Weekly) Monica Hesse spent years investigating the story, emerging with breathtaking portraits of the arsonists-troubled addict Charlie Smith and his girlfriend, Tonya Bundick. Tracing the shift in their relationship from true love to crime spree, Hesse also conjures the once-thriving coastal community, decimated by a punishing economy and increasingly suspicious of their neighbors as the culprits remained at large. Weaving the story into the history of arson in the United States, the critically acclaimed American Fire re-creates the anguished nights this quiet county lit up in flames, evoking a microcosm of rural America-a land half-gutted before the fires began.
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. 🎶📚 Replacing tunes with stories – my house is alive with the sound of narration! 🎧🏠 Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time.
ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
With this app, I've turned mundane chores into exciting opportunities for intellectual growth. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. 🎉 Unlocking the door to imagination – this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. 📚🔑 Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks is a hassle-free process, regardless of the source. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a testament to its innovation. This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine – it's a habit I cherish. 🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟 I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel.
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖 📚 Farewell, boredom during ironing sessions – audiobooks make it a breeze! 👗🎧 ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets! Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now