Punk 57

By: Penelope Douglas

Narrated by: Laurie Catherine Winkel, Matthew Holland

Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins

Publisher's summary

From New York Times best-selling author Penelope Douglas comes the latest new adult romance with a bit of everything...friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, and a somewhat interesting use of public places.

Misha

I can't help but smile at the lyrics in her letter. She misses me.

In fifth grade my teacher set us up with pen pals from a different school. Thinking I was a girl, with a name like Misha, the other teacher paired me up with her student Ryen. My teacher, believing Ryen was a boy like me, agreed.

It didn't take long for us to figure out the mistake. And in no time at all, we were arguing about everything. The best take-out pizza. Android vs. iPhone. Whether or not Eminem is the greatest rapper ever... And that was the start. For the next seven years, it was us.

Her letters are always on black paper with silver writing. Sometimes there's one a week or three in a day, but I need them. She's the only one who keeps me on track, talks me down, and accepts everything I am.

We had only three rules. No social media, no phone numbers, no pictures. We had a good thing going. Why ruin it?

Until I run across a photo of a girl online. Name's Ryen, loves Gallo's pizza, and worships her iPhone. What are the chances?

F--k it. I need to meet her.

I just don't expect to hate what I find.

Ryen

He hasn't written in three months. Something's wrong. Did he die? Get arrested? Knowing Misha, neither would be a stretch.

Without him around, I'm going crazy. I need to know someone is listening. It's my own fault. I should've gotten his phone number or picture or something.

He could be gone forever.

Or right under my nose, and I wouldn't even know it.

©2016 Penelope Douglas (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

Way better than expected

What does Laurie Catherine Winkel and Matthew Holland bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

These two performers were amazing. The story would not have been as emotional and intriguing without their performances.

Any additional comments?

I don't know why now, but I had been hesitant about buying this book even though it had been on my wish list for several weeks. The description is very minimal compared to the all the twists, turns, and emotions that were felt when reading it. Both characters are likable, even despite Ryen's "I'll walk over people if I have to" attitude; however, Misha's character was wonderfully written and I really found myself liking him more and more throughout the book. I've seen other reviews referring to him as arrogant and controlling, but I think he really had a good reason to be that way towards Ryen and I like that he treated her that way because of his own moral standpoint and outlook on life and how people should be treated. If you are hesitant about reading it, go for it! It was definitely worth it. This was one of my favorites and I've been an audible member for a few months now. I definitely recommend it.

WOW !!!! JUST WOW!!! THIS BOOK WAS SO GREAT 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Any additional comments?

I am awe struck bcuz this is highschool. This book was so good from start to finish. I was on the edge of my seat. This was worth the credit and the narration is excellent. There is not enough good words to say about this book. Just Enjoy

4 Punk 57 Stars

I was searching the “Dark” genre under the romance package and this was on the last page, I was intrigued I saw all the hype when this first came out and thought oh I need to read that I just never did.

I am very glad I picked it up, it was different than I was expecting. I want to say it is like Penelope’s Bully but it really isn’t there was a lot more going on.

Misha and Ryen are characters that are truly meant for each other in some really odd ways.
I will say I like Ryen at the beginning but not so much in the middle but that got turned around again to like by the end. I feel like having my emotions turn around makes me like the characters that much more.

Misha was intriguing to me, he was this cool guy but he was mysterious too. You wanted to know his story and why he was doing the things he was.

Ryen’s cliché is interesting there are a few I would like to know more about.

Would I say this is a “dark” romance not really but who am I. I really did enjoy it and do like the frenemies’ trope it was fun.

I liked the narration nothing jumped out at me but I think they both did a good job at keeping me engaged.

*You don't have to like my review but its 100% my opinion, and I am allowed to have it.*

Penelope Douglas does it again!!!

I loved this book!! I read it when it first came out and couldn’t wait for the audio version!!! The narrators nailed it!

Good, but did not blow me away

I wanted to pick this up after one of my favorite BookTubers stated it was their favorite book of last year. I usually love everything she recommends, so I was excited to give Penelope Douglas a chance. This was a little too long for me, but I still enjoyed it. The first half of the book was more YA, and the second half was much more New Adult. I liked the storyline around the characters, but I was ready for the secrets to be revealed. I could have done with less sex scenes and more storyline. I loved the storyline and the characters. I ended up enjoying it, but did not love it.

Another hit

I loved this book much like I've loved the authors other books. The storyline is filled with love, steamy sex, and unexpected events.
The narration was excellent and I wanted there to be more!!

Intriguing Suspense

This story dug its claws in and wouldn't let me go. The plot in itself is intriguing - school pen pals who have never met but became best friends fast. Ryen and Misha are both complex, flawed in their own ways, but easy to relate to.

"We’re all ugly, Ryen. The only difference is, some hide it and some wear it."

This book has plenty of suspense, drama, snarky comments, and plenty of passion. You'll want to know who Punk is. You'll want to know why Misha stopped writing Ryen. You'll want to know how the Principal fits into the story. And you'll need to stay glued to the pages until you find out.

Good listen

I enjoyed the twists and turns. It ended and I wanted more details lol. I enjoyed both voice actors, I'm glad that Trey guy got his, I wonder what happened to Ten and Manny and JD.

Liked it but...

I liked the story but there was a lot of her saying “no” and him saying “yes” and forcing her to do things. It gets repetitive. He is forcing her out of her comfort zone and fake life so it’s part of the plot, but still, it’s a lot. Narrators were good.

Loved every bit of it!

I will most likely re-listen to it in the future. I enjoyed the storyline and the two main characters. There are so many good quotes in this book.