Contemporary Women Audiobooks | Fiction

"A destination wedding in Italy's Lake Como brings three best friends back together to face the secrets of the past in this romantic novel from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst. Best friends Ava, Madison, and Chelsea made a pact to reunite for each other's weddings when their careers sent them in different directions. But after one of them makes a choice that tears the group apart, an upcoming wedding might be their last chance to heal old wounds. Ava is about to marry the man she loves in a lavish ceremony on the shores of Lake Como, but she's haunted by the mistakes she's made. Madison's made a name for herself as an influencer in the fashion world but is threatened by a scandal impacting everything she holds dear. And Chelsea has the perfect family she always craved, but her professional dreams have fallen by the wayside. As they return to Italy's gorgeous coast, the three women revisit their life-changing first trip to Lake Como during college. When Madison comes face-to-face with the college sweetheart who was at the heart of one of the most pivotal times of her life, can they forge a new way forward?"

Jennifer Probst (Author), Carlotta Brentan (Narrator)

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The Incorrigibles: A Novel

"An Editor's Choice at The Historical Novel Society From USA Today bestselling author Meredith Jaeger comes an emotionally resonant novel about two women whose lives intersect as one resists the gentrification of her San Francisco neighborhood, and the other, eighty years earlier, fights for her freedom in nineteenth-century America. . . . 1890, San Francisco. Seduced by her employer's nephew, Annie Gilmurray, an Irish maid, is accused of stealing the ring he promised her. Sentenced to one year in San Quentin, Annie is heartbroken and frightened among the inmates of the women's ward: prostitutes, murderers, and pickpockets. But Annie finds beauty and friendship in a brutal place, where the women look out for one another, dreaming of a better life after release. But their world inside San Quentin's walls is a dangerous one, and when the unthinkable happens, Annie makes a choice that will alter the course of her future forever. 1972, San Francisco. Aspiring photographer Judy Morelli is grappling with the searing betrayal of her husband's infidelity, subletting a San Francisco apartment while she pieces her life back together. When Judy discovers Annie's mugshot, she becomes fascinated and invested not just in Annie's fate but also in the history of her gentrifying South of Market Street neighborhood, joining the fight against redevelopment to maintain its rich community. Exploring the different ways in which we are imprisoned and how we can break free, The Incorrigibles is a story of women reaching across the barriers of time, the unbreakable bonds of female friendship, and the forgotten histories of those pushed to society's margins."

Meredith Jaeger (Author), Barrie Kreinik, Cassandra Campbell (Narrator)

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A Northern Light in Provence: A Novel

"A woman leaves her coastal Greenland village to translate the works of a renowned Provençal poet and finds her life irrevocably changed, in this tender and romantic novel set in a French village. "Big-hearted, whimsical, and enchanting."-Christina Baker Kline, New York Times bestselling author of The Exiles Ilse Erlund is a translator who lives in a house on stilts along the west coast of Greenland. Isolated and restless in her world by the sea, she convinces her publisher to pay for a trip to the country she has never visited but whose language she speaks fluently: France. Her mission is to translate the verses of Geoffrey "Po" Labaye, a charismatic poet known as "the last living troubadour of Provence." Upon arrival in the medieval hilltop village of Belle Rivière, Ilse falls under the spell of the Provençal way of life, captivated by the air, the sun, the vibrant spring colors, and the dulcet sounds of the dialect. Soon enough, Ilse is captivated by the poet, too, and she and Po develop a daily rhythm and warm camaraderie-which is disrupted by the arrival of the poet's son, Frey. Though he has a fiancée back in Paris, Frey turns his attentions to Ilse, and suddenly she is forced to learn another language, one her translation skills have not prepared her to decode. Where-and with whom-does her future lie? With an eye and ear attuned to the sensibilities of French life, Elizabeth Birkelund has created a love story about a woman forced to choose between the security of her quiet northern home and the possibility of the life of her dreams."

Elizabeth Birkelund (Author), Gilli Messer (Narrator)

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When We Were Silent

"Brought to you by Penguin. Discover the dark boarding school psychological thriller, an exploration of power, corruption and retribution, perfect for fans of Girl A, My Dark Vanessa and Anatomy of a Scandal. “I’m not here for prestige. I’m here for revenge.” Lou Manson is an outsider when she joins the final-year class at Highfield Manor, Dublin’s most exclusive private school. Beyond the granite pillars and the wrought-iron gates is a world of wealth, privilege and potential. But Highfield is also hiding a dark secret – and Lou is here to expose it. When she befriends the beautiful and talented Shauna Power, her plans are thrown into turmoil. Speaking out against the school would mean betraying Shauna, and Lou soon discovers that the Highfield elite will go to any lengths to protect their own reputation . . . . . . Even when the consequences are fatal. Thirty years later, Lou is called to testify in a new lawsuit against Highfield. But telling the truth means confronting her past. And there is one story she swore she’d never tell . . . 'Excruciating suspense' Stephen King ‘One of the most compelling books I've ever read…compulsive, tender and chilling’ Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates ‘A powerful, unforgettable read’ Andrea Mara, bestselling author of No One Saw A Thing ©2024 Fiona McPhillips (P)2024 Penguin Audio"

Fiona Mcphillips (Author), India Mullen (Narrator)

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Tomorrow Is for the Brave

"Based on true events, Tomorrow Is for the Brave is a gripping World War II page‑turner about a courageous woman who risks it all for what is right-perfect for fans of Natasha Lester and Kristen Harmel. 1939, France: Lavish parties, fast cars, and a closet full of the latest fashion-to the average eye, socialite Violet St. Croix seemingly has it all. But what she truly wants is a life full of meaning and purpose. So when France falls to Germany, Violet defies her parents' wishes and joins the war effort. With her impeccable skill for driving under pressure, she is soon sent to North Africa to shepherd French Foreign Legion officers carrying valuable intelligence through dangerous territory. But as the Allies encounter one mishap after another, Violet becomes convinced there is a spy in their ranks. And when her commanding officer is murdered, Violet realizes she might be the only one who can uncover the traitor and save the lives of countless soldiers on the front lines. Convincing others to believe her is difficult enough. Finding someone she can trust just might be impossible. "

Kelly Bowen (Author), Marisa Calin (Narrator)

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Mistakes We Never Made

"From a New York Times bestselling author and The Bachelorette fan-favorite, two sworn enemies are forced to play nice while on a roadtrip to find a missing bride. Emma Townsend can sum up her situationship with hot-as-hell romantic red flag Finn Hughes in one word: almost. They almost dated in high school. They almost hooked up after college. They almost took things too far one magical night. Their whole story is one series of "almosts" and "nearlys," and now they just kind of can't stand each other. But this weekend, one of their mutuals is getting married . . . and Emma and Finn will have to pretend they can stand being in a room together. Emma's doing a stellar job of playing it cool-until the bride goes missing. Now, with two days before the wedding, Emma and Finn are hitting the road in a sweet vintage sports car in hopes of salvaging someone else's happily-ever-after. As old feelings spark once more, Emma begins to question whether risking your heart is ever really a mistake."

Hannah Brown (Author), Juliette Goglia (Narrator)

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Big Sky Country

"A savvy heartbreaker meets her match—a stubborn Montana rancher—in this sizzling Americana romance from the beloved New York Times bestselling author. Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. One of America's premier romance authors, with more than 300 million copies of her books sold, Dailey continues her beloved Americana series with a love story as breathtaking as the mountains of Big Sky Country. There isn't a male heart in Helena, Montana, that Jill Randall couldn't break with her charm, brains, and dazzling looks. So when a tanned mountain of a man named Riordan shows up at her door to stop his brother from marrying Jill's gentle, shy roommate, the ever-persuasive seductress takes charge. But Riordan is as stubborn as he is handsome. An enigmatic loner—as comfortable in designer suits as he is in jeans, cowboy boots, and a Stetson—he's seen it all, and he's not about to let a beautiful schemer sweet talk him into changing his mind. And at Riordan's ranch on the rolling prairie—beneath a Montana sky that goes on forever—Jill Randall is about to discover she's finally met her match."

Janet Dailey (Author), Shaina Summerville (Narrator)

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Malibu Summer: A Novel

"Lose yourself in this opposites-attract romance set on a sunny Malibu hillside Ivy Bauer is a young, bright soil scientist and inventor of a game changing organic irrigation system. She's on top of the world when, suddenly, her husband is killed in a biking accident. Needing space to grieve, she takes a summer job as a gardener in Malibu. Conrad Reed is a wealthy Hollywood has-been who, after the death of his wife, feels overwhelmed by the care of his anxious stepson Hudson, massive cliffside estate, and deteriorating career. He hopes Ivy will help take at least one thing off his plate. But the bossy, opinionated Ivy isn't making things any easier for him. Sparks fly-and not the good kind. But it's when Ivy finds the key to Hudson's heart that Conrad's own heart begins to melt as well-and then the sparks that fly are the ones that kindle the best kind of love affair . . ."

Libby Gill (Author), Thérèse Plummer (Narrator)

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Reality Check

"Brought to you by Penguin. Portia Daniels’ life is sorted. She has a perfect man (Jason, a hot Irish TV producer) a perfect apartment (in lower Manhattan), a perfect job (writing for TV). Best of all, unlike the rest of her family, she lives in perfect peace and obscurity. Because it’s all about the drama for her mother – Kerry-born reality TV queen, Dessie – and sisters – Insta-guru, Vinnie, and TikTok teen sensation, Ariel. But then Jason blows up their idyllic life, and Portia flees to LA to take refuge with her family. As she recovers amidst the chaos, Portia must face an awkward truth – unlike her, the other Daniels women aren’t fooling themselves about who they are and what they want. Getting the biggest reality check of her life is the last thing Portia expected, but sometimes truth is stranger than fiction – even in La La Land. 'Such a fun, heart-warming page-turner' - Marian Keyes 'A fantastic Irish writer' - Joanne McNally ©2024 Vicki Notaro (P)2024 Penguin Audio"

Vicki Notaro (Author), Stephanie Dufresne (Narrator)

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The Best Life Book Club

""[With] a set of characters so vivid we want to be their best friends, and a story that keeps us turning the pages, The Best Life Book Club is your book club book of the year. . . . A novel of pure delight! -Patti Callahan Henry, NYT Bestselling author of The Secret Book of Flora Lea It started as a book club. It became a way to build a better life together. Karissa Newcomb is ready for a new start in a new neighborhood, as far away as she can get from Seattle, where her husband cheated on her with the neighbor who was supposed to be her best friend. She and her nine-year-old daughter are moving on to the city of Gig Harbor on the bay in Puget Sound. She even has a new job as an assistant at a small publishing company right in Gig Harbor. Her new boss seems like a bit of a curmudgeon, but a job is a job, she loves to read, and the idea of possibly meeting writers sounds fabulous. Soon she finds she's not the only one in need of a refresh. Her new neighbors, Alice and Margot, are dealing with their own crises. Alice is still grieving her late husband and hasn't been able to get behind the wheel of a car since a close call after his death. Margot is floundering after getting divorced and laid off in quick succession. They could all use a distraction, and a book club seems like just the ticket. Together, the three women, along with Alice's grumpy older sister, Josie, embark on a literary journey that just might be the kick-start they need to begin building their best lives yet. "

Sheila Roberts (Author), Ann Marie Gideon (Narrator)

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Tired Ladies Take a Stand

""Do yourself a favor and say yes to the perfect bookish escape." -Lucy Gilmore, author of The Lonely Hearts Book Club You've heard of Year of Yes. Introducing... Year of No. During one unforgettable year in their twenties, best friends Emma, Fern, Carolina, and Andi make a pact to embrace whatever life throws at them, inspiring Fern to write a memoir detailing their escapades and the magical power of saying Yes. But fast forward twenty years and they have reached their bandwidth of responsibilities. Fern is a full-time writer struggling to pay the bills. Carolina is a fitness-obsessed workaholic. Andi is a disillusioned human rights lawyer. And Emma is a stressed-out divorcée in the thick of planning her daughter's wedding. To reconnect to the fun, fulfilled women they were before, they must learn how to stop saying Yes to everything asked of them. And so begins the "Year of No." Heartfelt, emotionally perceptive and sharply funny, Tired Ladies Take a Stand celebrates the bonds of female friendship and women reclaiming their autonomy in a world that expects them to do it all."

Gretchen Anthony (Author), Gail Shalan (Narrator)

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The Unretirement

"'Funny, uplifting and warm' Sunday Times bestselling author PHILLIPA ASHLEY 'Beautifully written, the characters leap from the page' Million-copy bestselling author SUE MOORCROFT The Unretirement is an uplifting story about the joy of pursuing dreams at any age, full of warmth, heart and community spirit. ––––––––––––– Meet foodie Maggie Lawford. After spending her retirement travelling the world, she’s home again – and ready for a new adventure. When Maggie’s daughter, Hannah, takes her to their favourite restaurant, Maggie is heartbroken to find the place empty. But the last straw comes when Maggie hears the chef is at his wit’s end – she can’t resist charging into the kitchen and taking matters into her own hands. Never one to give up without a fight, Maggie resolves to save their beloved restaurant from failure, and it’s not long before she has a military-grade plan to turn the place around again. Finding herself back at work, all she’ll need is support from Hannah and her cheeky granddaughter, Alice, as well as a little help from her neighbours. After all, Maggie’s golden days aren’t behind her just yet… –––––––––––––––– AUTHORS LOVE THE UNRETIREMENT! 'A breath of fresh air… funny, uplifting and warm.' PHILLIPA ASHLEY 'An uplifting gem of a novel! Funny, heartwarming and hopeful!' KATE STOREY 'An uplifting celebration…a great big hug of a book.' JULIE MA 'Funny, fresh and gloriously inspiring. I feel joyous after finishing this book.' KATE GALLEY 'A likeable cast of characters, an engaging story and delicious food…a fun, involving read.' JANE LOVERING 'I loved Maggie from the first page and cheered her on through every chapter.' RUTH O'LEARY READERS LOVE THE UNRETIREMENT: ‘A must-read for anyone hungry for heartwarming stories!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Maggie’s zest for life is contagious…’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Warm, funny and heartwarming … I loved the diverse community of characters!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightful page turner that proves dreams know no age limit.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Maggie's resilience is as inspiring as her recipes are mouthwatering!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightful concoction of laughter, love, and the sweet taste of second chances.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Penny Mirren (Author), Deryn Edwards (Narrator)

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Contemporary Women Audiobooks in Fiction