Adam G

Damn It, Jen!

Revisado: 12-14-24 El oyente recibió este título gratis

You know, when I read the book, I was gutted. Totally. The ending - and the last line in particular - are so powerful that it's moved this book into my top 100 all-time (and I've been reading since Ford was President...)
But adding Abby's narration? UNFAIR, JEN!

Okay, on to the review (now that I've vented)

Oh. My. Goodness. Folks, let me tell you about "The Unfinished Line" by Jen Lyon, narrated by the incomparable Abby Craden. Where do I even begin?
First off, if you're a fan of Jen Lyon's work, particularly "The Senator's Wife" trilogy, you're in for a treat. But let me warn you, this book is on a whole other level. It's like Lyon decided to take our hearts, put them through a wringer, and then stomped on the pieces for good measure.
The story is set in the world of elite sports, and boy, does Lyon know her stuff. From triathlons to horses, the details are so vivid you can almost feel the burn in your muscles4. And don't get me started on the Welsh content - it's absolutely delightful.
Now, let's talk about Abby Craden's narration. Her voice is like butter, people. She could read a phone book, and I'd be captivated. But with Lyon's words? It's pure magic. Craden brings each character to life with such depth and emotion that you'll forget you're listening to just one person.
The romance in this book? It's a rollercoaster. One minute you're soaring, feeling all warm and fuzzy, and the next... BAM! Lyon pulls the rug out from under you4. I swear, I had to check if my Audible app was broken because surely, SURELY, that couldn't be the ending?!
And speaking of that ending - HOW DARE YOU, JEN LYON? I mean, seriously? I was not prepared. I'm still not prepared. I finished this audiobook days ago, and I'm still thinking about it. It's like Lyon reached through my headphones and rearranged my insides.
But here's the kicker - as much as I want to be mad about that gut-punch of an ending, I can't. Because it's just that good. It's powerful, it's raw, and it's going to stay with you long after you've finished listening.
A word of caution, though. Lyon includes a content warning at the beginning for a reason. This book deals with some heavy themes, so if you're in a vulnerable place, maybe save it for later.
In conclusion, "The Unfinished Line" is a masterpiece of storytelling, brought to life by Abby Craden's stellar narration. Just... maybe have some tissues and comfort food ready. And possibly a therapist on speed dial. You're going to need it.

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Rachel is first-rate!

Revisado: 09-05-24 El oyente recibió este título gratis

Okay, so here's the thing...
I love Rachel's writing. She has a knack for storytelling, and I've never been disappointed in any of her books.
That said - the narrator was not quite up to the high standards Rachel sets.
Yes, the voices were good - distinct and recognizable. Unfortunately, there were too many pauses after sentences and paragraphs which interrupted the flow of the story.
I still recommend this audiobook, because Rachel!

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Great story

Revisado: 08-26-23

Enjoyed listening to this book. First time with one of Aurora's works, but know Jaime's work well. Lived up to expectations.

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