Five Flavors of Dumb
Five Flavors of Dumb by Antony John, published by National Geographic Books on September 29, 2011, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the challenges faced by a deaf high school senior named Piper. Tasked with getting her school’s popular rock band, Dumb, a paying gig, Piper navigates the complexities of managing five diverse musicians while also dealing with her own personal growth and budding romance.
In this 368-page edition, readers will find a narrative rich in social themes, performing arts, and music, as Piper strives to prove her capabilities despite her hearing impairment. The story delves into the dynamics of friendship, ambition, and self-discovery, highlighting the unique experiences of a young woman determined to make her voice heard in a world dominated by sound.
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Piper is a seventeen-year-old high school senior, and she’s just been challenged to get her school’s super-popular rock band, Dumb, a paying gig. The catch? Piper is deaf. Can she manage a band with five wildly different musicians, nurture a budding romance, and discover her own inner rock star, though she can’t hear Dumb’s music?
“Complex characterizations, authentic dialogue and realistic ups-and-downs give this title chart-topping potential.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“I loved it and laughed out loud. Hilarious and so smart. Dumb proves that everyone, no matter what, deserves to be heard.” – Catherine Gilbert Murdock, author of Dairy Queen
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