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  • By: Mindy McGinnis
  • Narrator: Cassandra Campbell
  • Length: 8 hours 4 minutes
  • Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
  • Publish date: September 24, 2013
  • Language: English
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Fans of classic frontier survival stories, as well as readers of dystopian literature, will enjoy this futuristic story where water is worth more than gold. New York Times bestselling author Michael Grant says Not a Drop to Drink is a debut “not to be missed.” With evocative, spare language and incredible drama, danger, and romance, Mindy McGinnis depicts one girl’s journey in a frontierlike world not so different from our own.

Teenage Lynn has been taught to defend her pond against every threat: drought, a snowless winter, coyotes, and most important, people looking for a drink. She makes sure anyone who comes near the pond leaves thirsty–or doesn’t leave at all. Confident in her own abilities, Lynn has no use for the world beyond the nearby fields and forest. But when strangers appear, the mysterious footprints by the pond, nighttime threats, and gunshots make it all too clear Lynn has exactly what they want, and they won’t stop until they get it. . . .

For more in this gritty world, join Lynn on an epic journey to find home in the companion novel, In a Handful of Dust.

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Not a Drop to Drink Audiobook Narrator

Cassandra Campbell is the narrator of Not a Drop to Drink audiobook that was written by Mindy McGinnis

Mindy McGinnis is the author of Not a Drop to Drink and its companion, In a Handful of Dust, as well as This Darkness Mine, The Female of the Species, Given to the Sea, Heroine, and the Edgar Award-winning novel A Madness So Discreet. A graduate of Otterbein University with a BA in English literature and religion, Mindy lives in Ohio. You can visit her online at www.mindymcginnis.com.

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Narrator Cassandra Campbell
Length 8 hours 4 minutes
Author Mindy McGinnis
Publisher Katherine Tegen Books
Release date September 24, 2013
ISBN 9780062298843

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The publisher of the Not a Drop to Drink is Katherine Tegen Books. The imprint is Katherine Tegen Books. It is supplied by Katherine Tegen Books. The ISBN-13 is 9780062298843.

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Goodreads Reviews

Emily May

September 10, 2016

Survival. Sometimes it isn't about a dramatic fight to the death in a deadly arena that is being controlled by sadistic morons who want to create some good TV. Sometimes it isn't about demons and monsters and all those things that go bump in the night and are secretly trying to drag you off to some hellish dimension. Sometimes the biggest threat to survival is a lack of that which so many of us take for granted. If you pictured the end of the world as a loud affair, full of guns, bombs or fallen angels, then Not a Drop to Drink is the perfect book to show you how something so seemingly trivial can turn the world on its head. This is a dystopian book. How many of those have I read these last two years? Well, I've completely lost count. And yet, I still think McGinnis has managed to deliver something special here. Like I said, this isn't a loud and dramatic tale. It's a quiet - but quietly fierce - story of survival. Lynn has been brought up by her mother; the two of them live alone in a house away from the rest of civilisation (if, indeed, civilisation actually exists anymore). Lynn has been taught the importance of protecting the water in the pond by their home, she knows that sometimes extreme measures have to be taken in order to save the water and survive. She has to be willing to defend the water at all costs. She even has to be willing to kill in order to survive.Not a Drop to Drink is very atmospheric and the author expertly creates this sense of a small, isolated world in the middle of nowhere and Lynn's fear of the external threats that could enter it. This really is a true survival story. Every day of the two women's lives is dedicated to making sure they live another one. They are faced with constant fear of going hungry or thirsty, freezing to death during the winter, being attacked by coyotes or... worse. Being attacked by creatures who know how to fire a gun. The overwhelming sense of fear and loneliness permeates the novel from start to finish.Lynn and her mother are two very different people but are obviously so important to one another and their relationship was told well from the beginning. I dislike the term "coming of age" but I suppose it is hard to deny that this book also falls into that category - it's about growing up and learning and the loss of innocence. It's about the lengths one young girl is willing to go to in order to survive against the odds. Despite the lack of fast-paced drama, I think this is an incredibly powerful novel that stands out in an over-saturated genre. The fear is built slowly through niggling doubts and uncertainty but, for me, this makes it all the more potent.

Jodi

April 10, 2013

My official comments:Deftly written, Mindy McGinnis's NOT A DROP TO DRINK is a frightening picture of a potential future without fresh water, which left me ridiculously grateful for my working faucet. This post-apocalyptic survival tale is about so much more than just survival. I loved it.My unofficial comments: This book.Be ready for it.

Giselle

October 07, 2013

This is a story about survival in a harsh, harsh world. It's not an action packed dystopian. It's not an edge-of-your-seat thrill ride. It's the journey of a young girl who's discovering the ugly truths, but also the beautiful roots, of humanity. Lynn has been raised inside a house with only her mother by her side. She was raised hard, and she was raised cold. Everybody is the enemy. Their pond is their only life source, so they must guard it with their lives. This is a world where drinkable water is extremely rare and not obtained without exhausting effort. Lynn and her mother have been living a hard, merciless life. I could immediately feel the weight they held on their shoulders. The hard edges they had to build around themselves to survive is amazingly sad, and the loneliness becomes a palpable entity around them. It's a truly desolate life in an ugly world. One that is unfortunately all too realistic, which is what makes these types of stories the most tragic. From the animal attacks to the scavengers, to Lynn's character after facing what one should never have to, it brims with shocking truths. This is the kind of dystopian that makes you feel ashamed for ever complaining about trivial things. It's not a story with a heart-pounding plot, however. Some may find it too slow for their taste. Personally, I found the gradual pace was what gave it its power. It's really about growing up with the odds stacked against you. Every day, Lynn faces fears of running out of water, of being attacked by animals, of not being able to defend her house - or even herself - from heartless scavengers. The atmosphere brims with a constant threat. This is what gave the book its life. I did expect more to actually happen overall, but my full attention was glued to these pages regardless. Inside this picturesque setting are remarkable characters who walk its plains. Lynn, our main character, was raised to have a thick skin. She can shoot an intruder without a second glance, without knowing if he even deserved the bullet for that matter. And don't think she's broken up about taking someone else's life, either. To her, these people are threats that must be eliminated. They are the enemy, period. This made her sort of impenetrable, yet I still found myself connecting to her on many levels. I could feel her strength, her need to survive above everything else. This was ingrained in her character and it made me just as sad as it made me proud. Early on in the book her life changes quite abruptly, but this was the beginning of a small crack in this shell of hers. She soon meets other survivors who become big players in this novel. For the first time in her life, Lynn finds friendship, love, and the courage to share a piece of her heart with others. I found this change in her admirable, and so, so deserving. She really has such a huge heart. She just needed someone. Stebbs is the father figure who's the voice of reason and also highly capable. Lucy is a little girl who you can't help but fall in love with. Eli is the first boy to make her blush. His presence gives the book a mild dose of romance that is barely there, just enough to offer the romantic element this story needed. Arrestingly atmospheric with an unflinching writing style, Not a Drop to Drink is one dystopian that stands out among many. It's a cruel and greedy world we live in, Lynn is seeing it at its worst. --An advance copy was provided by the publisher for review.For more of my reviews, visit my blog at Xpresso Reads

Whitney

February 06, 2015

4.5 starsThis was interesting, believable, and worked very nicely as a standalone (even though I know it's a series).

Andrei(Drusca)

November 24, 2022

Superbă

Drew

May 02, 2017

“Regret was for people with nothing to defend, people who had no water.” I'm still reeling over this book. You've heard it all before. A dystopian, tough female character trying to survive, blah blah blah. Wait, what? This one was actually good?If you're tired of cheesy and unrealistic YA I don't think you'll be disappointed by this book that stood out in an overcrowded genre. I can't describe my love for it enough - the fantastic narrator, heart pounding plot, and desperate survival atmosphere all had me hooked.What if the water ran out?Lynn has spent her whole life helping her mother guard their pond in a time when water is scarce. Her days are filled with hard work and a constant fear that one day she will lose the pond.I couldn't believe the level of awesomeness Lynn possessed. Her mother taught her everything - how to hunt, check for infection, and not hesitate to shoot down stragglers. “Years before, Mother had shown her pictures of the thirsty dead. Their skin hung from their bones like the wallpaper that sloughed from the walls in the unused upstairs hallway. Swollen tongues were forced past lips cracked and bleeding.” Now, there was some romance, but it didn't overpower the plot and I actually loved it. Lynn has lived with her mother her whole life, so she's curious and innocent when it comes to Eli, the stranger who happens upon her pond. Their chemistry was strong and I loved them together.I don't know how I can convince you to read this book. It was an unbearably sad struggle for survival and normality in tough times that felt all too real. The writing was gritty, the characters touched my heart, and I loved the brutal ending.I can't wait to continue my journey with Lynn in the sequel, In a Handful of Dust.

Ellen Gail

October 26, 2022

She twisted underneath him, bringing her knee into his groin and pulling her knife from her boot."Mother taught me to carry a knife for always."She left him holding his intestines in disbelief as she disappeared down the hill, his gun tucked securely in her waistband. Dramatic voiceover voice: In a world where clean drinking water is scarce, supplies are limited, and disease is flourishing, a mother and daughter must fight to hold on to their water, their family, and their lives.I totally fell in love with this story! Lynn as a character is hard and raw in so many aspects. She's had to fight and kill and work from such a young age. She also has the ability to be caring and open when given the opportunity, which is not often. She can be warm, but never mushy or overly sentimental.There is romance, but it's very minimal and natural Not even a HINT of instalove. The relationship between Lucy and Lynn is given arguably more development than her relationship with Eli. I don't have any significant complaints about the characters. Lauren, Stebbs, and Vera, they all contributed to the story in various ways. Especially Stebbs. His gradual integration into Lynn's life was done perfectly. (view spoiler)[ I'm not sure how much of a spoiler this is because I knew it beforehand but I don't see it in the synopsis so I'll spoiler-tag it just to be safe. Mother aka Lauren bites it pretty early, in a gnarly death by coyotes. Either I somehow got spoiled by that before, or I read it somewhere, but I remember when starting that I was expecting her to die early on. I just can't for the life of me know how I knew.Anyway, it's a brutal unexpected blow for Lynn, but I think that it was necessary. It allows her to stand stronger on her own, but also to form a relationship with Stebbs. Self reliance is great, but why not help each other out if you have people you can trust? She also learns when it's okay to shoot a motherfucker in the head and when to maybe wait a lil bit.I thought the deaths were well done all around. The scene where they ambush the town and Eli cosplays as The Human Torch? I was not expecting that at all. Eli died fighting and I think that while (obviously) he would have preferred to live, he went out fighting. And that was awesome. (hide spoiler)] Lynn was nine the first time she killed to defend the pond, the sweet smell of water luring the man to be picked off like the barn swallows that dared to swoop in for a drink. Lynn does eventually grow a heart and get "soft" and yada yada yada, but she's still a fierce bitch who will kill to protect her own. She's just learned that what she considers her own might stretch a little further than the clothes on her back and her water supply. There was an element of thirst missing from the story though. I suppose because Lynn & Stebbs were relatively well off when it came to having access to clean drinking water, but the story never felt parched.Ohh! The writing! I have to compliment the writing! It's so sparse and open, a gritty survival story that doesn't feel false or like it's trying too hard to be tough. It just works.Not a Drop to Drink manages grit without pretension, a fight for survival with a core of humanity. It knows what the story is, who its characters are, and succeeds in telling a great story beautifully. Bravo!-----------------------UPDATE! There is a cat on my lap again, but the review is written. =)That sense of satisfaction when a book with a really fucking gorgeous cover turns out to be just as good on the inside. I'm very very pleased.Review will be written when I can get this cat off my lap. At the moment I am paralyzed by snuggles.["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>["br"]>

Evie

June 19, 2015

Mindy McGinnis' "Not A Drop To Drink" is one phenomenal debut novel. It's a gritty survival story with a beating heart - meaningful, moving and intelligent. A no-nonsense depiction of a post-apocalyptic world in which the rivers have dried up and the thirst, hunger and desperation are all that's left. This is a powerful story. A rare gem among YA books that can be enjoyed by teens and adults alike. Filled with incredible insights, memorable quotes, and emotionally affecting moments, it gripped me right from the very first page and left me.. changed. Heartbroken, but satisfied and hopeful. This story really pulled on my heartstrings. At times I had tears in my eyes and had to pause and take a deep breath, and remind myself that "this is only a fictional story". Because it was all too easy to forget that. This story felt so real, so honest. Brutal yet utterly beautiful. Most of all, it felt terrifyingly plausible. A fictional scenario that could become our own grim reality in a blink of an eye. There's no doubt in my mind that this is a book I won't ever forget. The writing was exceptional. I inhaled it all. I loved McGinnis evocative descriptions and sharp dialogues. I enjoyed how straight-forward and raw the narrative voice was, it really spoke to me. And it definitely fit the story well, giving it an extra edge. There are passages in this book that will make you pause and wonder about certain things, from more practical things, like how you'd react to certain situations, to more abstract ideas, like friendship, love, fear and what it does to you, isolation and how it affects you. This story is filled with memorable life lessons. I loved all the characters, I really did. How could I not? They're so real, so different from the usual flat, angsty teenagers and nonsensical adults that rule the YA universe. McGinnis' characters are brilliantly fleshed out, with distinct character traits, skills and personalities. Full of complicated - often conflicting - emotions, fears, hopes and dreams. You genuinely care for these people. Especially the heroine, Lynn, who is a girl that will make your heart ache. She entered the adulthood at a very young age, had to learn how to survive, fight off people who would come and try to steal water from their lake, be tough, even merciless. To stay alive she had to learn how to kill. Her life was virtually joyless. Even with her mother still alive and there to keep her company, she was devastatingly lonely. But then horrible things happen. Her mother's death, the unexpected friendship with the old neighbor, the arrival of strangers with unknown and possibly bad intentions- Lynn has to face all that, change her old way of thinking and adapt to this new situation. And her personal growth, inspired by so many gut-wrenching and heart-pounding events - is immense. Not A Drop To Drink is filled with breathtaking action and it makes for a fast-paced, captivating and deeply moving read. The plot, the action, the setting and the evocative writing - all that is fantastic and top-notch. To me, though, this is most of all a phenomenal character-driven tale. It's a story of survival, yes, but it's also so much more. It's about letting go and finding your own voice and way of life, it's about opening yourself to the world and allowing yourself to trust another human being, it's about fighting for what's yours but also fighting for what's right, it's about so many things.. you will be blown away and reeling from it for a very long time. Don't wait another moment, pick it up.

Melanie

September 09, 2013

See more reviews at YA Midnight Reads Thank you HarperCollins Australia for sending me this copy. No compensation was given or taken to alter this review. "Water water every where, but not a drop to drink."What will our world be like in a few decades' time? Will it be thriving with the interminable technology? Or will it be in decay from a Word War III, on the brink of extinction? Or, would our world be one with water everywhere, but not a drop to drink?Mindy McGinnis, invites readers into her imagination view of what the world will be like with water still around, yet undrinkable due the a waterborne, contagious disease, Cholera. Which is why there may be water, but there's not a drop, drinkable. With the exception that you know how to purify it. Lynn and her Mother have been living in the same place for a long time now, and the reason they don't move is because they have a pond which acts as their water source. Lynn has been protecting the pond ever since she was a young girl- shooting anyone or anything that dared to take a step near the pond. Water is treated like gold. It is everyone's key to survival.The characters of Not A Drop To Drink were the best thing about this novel. Lynn has been protecting her pond from every threat that defies it. Brought up by her Mother, all she's ever know to do is survive. And she's damn good at it. I haven't read a novel with such a ass-kicking female in some time so I haven't had much to compare to. She's brutal, but not too brutal. Selfless, but not too selfless. Sure, she has a few tiny flaws not worthy of mention but that is what helped define Lynn furthermore. This is not only Lynn's story though. This is also the cute and hopeful, Lucy's. This is also the humorous, Stebbs' story. And this is also the swoon-provoking, Eli's story. Each of them play an important part to this novel and Mindy McGinnis' characters were so vivid and authentic that they leapt out of the page.With the ingenious and thoughtful idea and plot line, the romance was fitted in perfectly- slipped right into place. I actually considered not mentioning this aspect if it weren't for the excuse to talk about Eli more. Eli's passion and heart made Not A Drop To Drink more likeable than ever. He's not typical at all, people. He is utterly unique and just. No words.The only qualm I have with Not A Drop To Drink- is the world building. It is there, but not significant or descriptive enough in my belief. Maybe it's just me being insanely critical as my first thought when reading the synopsis was 'Oh! World building will make this book shine.' Nonetheless, Mindy McGinnis' debut is a strong start to a promising writing journey. I'll definitely be reading her future works.Not A Drop To Drink, is quickly paced, heart-breaking and strangely real despite the dystopian setting. This book not only provides a fantastic story set in the distant future and kick-ass heroine, however also opens the reader's eyes to see how essential drinkable water is and what life would be like without it.

Keertana

September 15, 2013

Not a Drop to Drink is the type of novel that would have never appeared on my radar if it were not for the enthusiasm of dozens of bloggers. In fact, I believe this is one of the few dystopian novels I've picked up since my string of disasters with debuts last year, so color me surprised to find that McGinnis manages to do this genre justice. Not only is her debut gritty and realistic, but it combines one of the best aspects of dystopia that seem to have been buried under endless love triangles - fear. One of the primary reasons that dystopia became a favorite genre of mine was precisely because it lent itself so beautifully to psychological development; understanding how the fear of a future world led its people to behave in such inhumane ways. Not a Drop to Drink captures this dilemma perfectly, all without the eyesore of a love triangle or the burden of a mindless protagonist. If that isn't fortuitous, then I don't know what is. As its title suggests, Not a Drop to Drink takes place in a futuristic world where water is a scarcity. Lynn has grown up in the middle of nowhere, far away from cities and other proper means of civilization, choosing to live with her mother in their small house with their small treasure. And by treasure I mean water. With water such a rarity in this world, Lynn has been forced to fight for her pond and, from a young age, has been taught by her mother how to shoot and just when to kill. In other words, shoot on sight, make no friends, and survive. When Lynn's mother is killed, though, Lynn slowly finds herself opening up to others surrounding her, but as her heart opens, so does room for danger as well...Not a Drop to Drink is a largely plot-less novel, but that is far from being a detriment. While I found it to have an unusually slow start, it swiftly picked up and I found myself immersed in Lynn's life. McGinnis does a brilliant job of portraying the harsh brutality of the world Lynn has grown up in and we are witness to the prickly thorns surrounding her walls as she fails to connect with those around her. Lynn finds Lucy, Eli, and Neva - a young family searching for water - and with the help of her neighbor Stebbs, slowly grows to envelop them in her life. McGinnis never rushes Lynn's growth, taking her time to make her feel comfortable with strangers and re-connect with her humanity. One of the largest themes of this novel is that of life vs. survival. From the moment she was born, Lynn has simply been surviving. Her mother, a heard-hearted woman whose circumstances turned her to steel, never let Lynn feel the brunt of gentle emotions. Thus, Lynn has a long way to travel, psychologically, before she can learn to see people and not enemies, before she can learn to trust instead of kill. I love that this is not only a far cry from the typical overbearing governments that litter dystopias, but this is also a much more realistic portrayal of a futuristic conflict. McGinnis writes beautifully and the details of her world fit in like puzzle pieces into the story. Although the main focus of this novel is on Lynn, there is still a depth of world-building that is slowly revealed over the course of the novel, as well as a plethora of other mysteries that begin to show by the end. Unfortunately, I found this was a detriment to the novel as, frankly, there was simply too much piled on to that conclusion. For once, the epilogue was mildly satisfying, but beyond that, the quick succession of events towards the end lost any real impact those concluding scenes may have had. Moreover, the characterization of many of the secondary characters was ever-so-slightly disappointing. None of them had the level of depth that Lynn or her mother possessed, and while this didn't impact my enjoyment of the novel in any particular manner, I would have loved for those other characters to come alive for me the way Lynn did. Nevertheless, if you've lost belief in the dystopian genre, then this novel is the one to restore your faith. Not a Drop to Drink is an engaging thriller, full of concise prose and vivid characters. You'll come away from this with a far better appreciation of dihydrogen monoxide than before and, most likely, a thirst for more solid stand-alones from this genre. If nothing else, McGinnis has proved to be an author to watch out for and I can only hope she continues to belt out winners.

Kylie

August 29, 2019

Post Apocalyptic / Apocalypse books are my first love (followed by phycological thrillers) but I find myself 90% of the time skimming over the violence and fight/action chapters because they feel never ending and repetitive.This book however was such a beautiful surprise! I loved it! I love the way the author wrote. You do not need an action movie in a book to make a lasting impact.

Dark Faerie Tales

August 11, 2013

Review courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales.Quick & Dirty: Beautiful, realistic, and heartbreaking story about love, friendship, and survival. With a wonderful cast of characters and a very unique idea, Not a Drop to Drink is an unforgettable story that all fans of dystopian/post-apocalyptic books should read.Opening Sentence: Lynn was nine the first time she killed to defend the pond, the sweet smell of water luring the man to be picked off like the barn swallows that dared to swoop in for a drink.The Review:The story is set in the future and most of the world’s water supply has run out. At first there was just a drought, then much of the water got contaminated and was no longer safe to drink. Now most of the population lives in a city with very strict reproduction laws, and very little room to live. But if you were lucky and had a water supply, you could live outside the city. It’s not an easy life because there are others who will try to take what little you have, but you are free and safe from the abuse and disease that runs wild in the cities.Lynn is 16 years old and lives with her mother outside the city. They have a small pond on their property that they have spent most of their lives protecting. They live in the basement of her mother’s childhood home where it is easy to defend from intruders. Lynn’s mother has taught her how to survive and when it comes to any strangers, it’s shoot first and ask questions later. Then one fateful day there is a terrible accident and Lynn’s mother is killed. Now Lynn is all alone and she was never prepared to live by herself, she didn’t realize it would be so lonely. She was taught to be ruthless and to trust no one, but she soon realizes that not everything her mother taught her was always right. Some people have bad intentions but there are also good people in the world as well. Soon she meets some unexpected people and she decides to open her home to them and eventually her heart.I loved Lynn, she is an amazing character with so many wonderful qualities. She has a very strong presence, and while she is rough around the edges, she is actually very likeable. For most of her life she never was allowed to show compassion, but when her mother passes she is forced to venture out of her comfort zone. It is a struggle for her to open up and trust others, but as she does you get to see the real Lynn. Yes, she has a very tough side and she’s not afraid to fight for what is hers, but she also has a very gentle sweet side as well. You get to experience so many firsts with Lynn which made your connection with her even stronger. She is a character that has a lot of depth and I couldn’t help but love her.This was an amazingly realistic story of survival. The idea was so unique and it was written beautifully. It was full of hope, love, friendship, and heartbreak. There were moments the made me laugh, moments that made my heart melt, and moments where I cried. It pulled out so many emotions that made me deeply connect with the story. The book flowed perfectly and the plot had some pretty surprising twists. There were parts of the story that I didn’t love, but I felt that if it had turned out differently it wouldn’t have felt as authentic and real. So while I wish some things would have been different, I think that the ending fit the story perfectly. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would highly recommend it to anyone that’s a fan of dystopian or post-apocalyptic books.Notable Scene:“Shush,” Mother said. “Listen.”The lights didn’t move, and the utter silence of the night overwhelmedLynn. Even though it was cool, she swiped a bead of sweat that rolled down her nose. A stunned cricket tentatively renewed its song, to be answered by another a second later. Soon a chorus had begun. The lights still didn’t move.“Think they gave up?”“No,” Mother said tightly. “Be quiet.”The lights remained still, but the crickets stopped.“Here they come,” Mother said confidently, cocking her weapon. “Aim at what you hear. They dropped their lights.”The rustling sounds of field grass followed moments later, and Lynn fired toward it. The scuffling stopped, but another sound followed, a low moan that could only mean she’d hit her target. More silence ensued. A male voice cut through the night, a sound so alien to Lynn that she cringed.“Come on down now, girlies. We know you’re up there,” he shouted, his voice much nearer than expected.“And now I know where you are, you stupid son of a—” Mother used a word that Lynn had never heard before, and fired her weapon once. The sound of a body slumping to the ground followed. Minutes passed with nothing but the continuous low groan of the man Lynn had wounded.“What’s that word you said?” Lynn asked, curiosity getting the best of her.“Never mind that now.”A cricket chirped and the wounded man cried out again, silencing it.Lynn thought she heard movement farther out from the house, and Mother’s taut body reflected that she heard it too. It faded, and they sat tensely together for nearly an hour, hearing nothing but the occasional complaint from the wounded man.“I think they’re gone,” Lynn said.“Yeah,” Mother agreed, her eyes still scanning the darkness futilely.“We’ll stay up on the roof, go down in the morning, get those flashlights.They’ll come in handy.”Another low moan rose from the grass. “That was a good shot,” Mother said, nodding toward it.“Not good enough.”Mother shrugged. “It was dark.” She rose and stretched out her stiff body, a sign that she truly felt safe. “You’ll get better.”Another cry. Mother licked her finger, tested the wind, and fired once into the night.Silence fell.FTC Advisory: Katherine Tegen Books/Harper Collins provided me with a copy of Not a Drop to Drink. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.

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Audiobooks are recordings of books that are read aloud by a professional voice actor. The recordings are typically available for purchase and download in digital formats such as MP3, WMA, or AAC. They can also be streamed from online services like Speechify, Audible, AppleBooks, or Spotify.
You simply download the app onto your smart phone, create your account, and in Speechify, you can choose your first book, from our vast library of best-sellers and classics, to read for free.

Audiobooks, like real books can add up over time. Here’s where you can listen to audiobooks for free. Speechify let’s you read your first best seller for free. Apart from that, we have a vast selection of free audiobooks that you can enjoy. Get the same rich experience no matter if the book was free or not.

It depends. Yes, there are free audiobooks and paid audiobooks. Speechify offers a blend of both!

It varies. The easiest way depends on a few things. The app and service you use, which device, and platform. Speechify is the easiest way to listen to audiobooks. Downloading the app is quick. It is not a large app and does not eat up space on your iPhone or Android device.
Listening to audiobooks on your smart phone, with Speechify, is the easiest way to listen to audiobooks.

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