Contemporary Women Audiobooks | Fiction

""A must-read" (Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author) from the acclaimed author of The Main Character about a wealthy family drawn together on a South African safari, only for a series of shocking murders to rock their exclusive compound. Odelia Babel, CEO of a sustainable fashion empire, is about to marry for the second time—to a man twenty-five years her junior. Asher Bach is the thirty-something designer of Odelia's luxury clothing line, the darling of every high-fashion journalist, and madly in love with Odelia. Eager to celebrate her nuptials with her nearest and dearest, Odelia invites her adult children, her daughter-in-law, her grandchild, and her best friend/assistant to an all-expenses-paid luxury safari at Leopard Sands in South Africa, the Babel family's favorite vacation spot. It seems like the perfect trip, but not everyone is thrilled for the happy couple. Amid game drives in the bush and bonfires beneath the desert stars, tensions among the family threaten to boil over. And then, the morning after a big fight with her son Sam—and hours before the wedding—Odelia is found murdered. Sam is immediately the prime suspect, but he claims he has an ironclad alibi—he was with his twin sister, Bailey. Only Bailey is nowhere to be found… As the heat roils in this "cleverly constructed puzzler that brings all the delights of classic Golden Age mysteries into the 21st century" (Library Journal, starred review), desperate poachers and ferocious animals lurk, and dark motives fester, it becomes clear that whoever killed Odelia isn't quite finished yet, and the rest of the Babel family is their prey."

Jaclyn Goldis (Author), Connor Brannigan, Kitty Hendrix, Nancy Linari, Saskia Maarleveld, Shaina Summerville, Tim Paige (Narrator)

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Beach House Rules

""Southern bestselling sensation" (Katie Couric Media) Kristy Woodson Harvey returns with a "heartfelt and dramatic" (Lisa Scottoline, New York Times bestselling author) novel about mother-daughter relationships, small-town drama, and the unexpected strength that comes from leaning on a community of women when life gets turned upside down. When Charlotte Sitterly's husband is arrested for a white-collar crime, she and her daughter Iris are locked out of their house by the FBI and—what's potentially even worse—thrust into the spotlight of @JuniperShoresSocialite, the town's snarky anonymous Instagram account. Desperate and cut off from her bank accounts, Charlotte moves to a former beachfront bed-and-breakfast that's home to a community of single mothers and draws plenty of gossip in the small coastal North Carolina town. Charlotte and Iris find solace and are surprised by how much fun they're having with the other families despite their circumstances. But when the women discover a secret link between them, it changes everything they thought they knew about the unconventional family they've created and leaves them wondering whether their coming together was a coincidence at all. Will the skeletons in the closets help Charlotte and Iris reclaim their place in the Juniper shores community—or shatter the sisterhood forever. "Perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand and Jennifer Weiner" (Country Living), Beach House Rules is a charming and uplifting exploration of the bonds of friendship, the true meaning of family, and reclaiming the power to reshape our own destiny."

Kristy Woodson Harvey (Author), Cassandra Campbell, Mia Hutchinson-Shaw, Suehyla El-Attar Young (Narrator)

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Last Train to Freedom

"'A thrilling, immersive and beautifully written historical novel that will resonate long after the last page is turned. Highly recommended' MARIUS GABRIEL 'Taut, compelling and beautifully written – I loved it!’ DAISY WOOD 'I seldom give books of this type five stars, but this one fully deserves it for bringing something new and refreshing to the genre.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A moving, page-turning story about a little-known chapter of World War II. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Anna Stuart. 1940. As Soviet forces storm Lithuania, Zofia and her brother Jacek must flee to survive. A lifeline appears when Japanese consul Sugihara offers them visas on one condition: they must deliver a parcel to Tokyo. Inside lies intelligence on Nazi atrocities, evidence so explosive that Nazi and Soviet agents will stop at nothing to possess it. Pursued across Siberia on the Trans-Siberian Express, Zofia faces danger at every turn, racing to expose the truth as Japan edges closer to allying with the Nazis. With the fate of countless lives hanging in the balance, can she complete her mission before time runs out? Readers love Last Train to Freedom: 'I loved it. The book is fast-paced and page turning, and at times has the quality of a thriller.' ANN BENNETT 'Tense and thought-provoking' CATHERINE LAW 'A fascinating and original read' CATHERINE HOKIN 'Real history in the raw, heart-pounding drama, bone-chilling danger, intrigue, romance, and characters to love and fear…Last Train to Freedom has it all. Don’t miss the ride!' LANCASHIRE POST 'This is the kind of book that keeps you up until the middle of the night, or that you fall asleep reading, because you just can’t put it down… One of the best books I have read this year.' Reader review 'An epic journey across the Siberian wilderness that will keep you guessing until the end. Readers interested in the less well known events of World War II will find this book captivating and unforgettable' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Ms Swift is a talented writer… Captivating and compulsive reading' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a fantastic read this was' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another stunning achievement in historical fiction from Deborah Swift' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Grips you from the beginning and does not let go until the end' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Deborah Swift (Author), Lizzie Schenk (Narrator)

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Home: A Novel

"The seventh book in Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved Eventing Series, set in the high-stakes world of three-day eventing, now reimagined with an all-new recording! Though Jules has spent her adult life bouncing from one farm to another, it never mattered: home was always where her horses were. But now, newly engaged and pregnant, she is yearning for a place she can truly call home. Alachua Eventing Co-Op once felt like that, but the co-op board is making Jules’ life difficult again, and her good friend (and professional rival) Kit seems destined to take Jules’ spot as head instructor. When Jules’ doctor forbids her from getting into the saddle until the baby comes, Jules has a full-blown existential crisis. Who is she if she’s not on horseback? As Jules continues to put off her wedding planning and delay a decision about her future at the co-op, life begins to feel ever more unstable. Jules is approaching the biggest challenge she’s ever faced: motherhood. For the first time in Jules’ life, she can’t envision the future she wants. Can she make a life as a horsewoman and mother? And can she find a forever home for her family, or will she always feel like she’s wandering in search of something better? In Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved eight-book Eventing Series, we follow Jules and her friends through the joys and heartbreaks of the competitive eventing circuit, as they work their way into elite echelons—and into one another’s lives and hearts. Utterly immersive and propulsive, this series is an unforgettable journey for anyone who has ever fallen in love with horses, or humans. A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books."

Natalie Keller Reinert (Author), Barrie Kreinik (Narrator)

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Flight: A Novel

"The eighth book in Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved Eventing Series, set in the high-stakes world of three-day eventing, now reimagined with an all-new recording! Ten months after giving birth to her son, Jules is back on top. Or, she’s ready to be. She and Pete have traveled to Maryland in prep for the Chesapeake Three-Day Event, one of America’s toughest events, for the first time. A big win could be the perfect cap to her comeback season. Jules is where she belongs competition-wise, but there’s one problem: she’s in the wrong state. Because the fact is, Jules just hates Maryland. With Lindsay and Lacey holding down the fort back in Florida, Jules knows her farm is in safe hands, but that doesn’t stop her from feeling homesick. And life on the road with a baby and his nanny is difficult and distracting. Jules has six weeks to prove that she can survive at the top of her sport, while being the wife and mother she wants to be. Can she put up with snooty Hunt Country eventers, an old-school trainer who isn’t ready to give up her horses to Jules and Pete, and way too little sunshine? And what will Jules’ future look like, now that horses are no longer the most important thing in her life? In Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved eight-book Eventing Series, we follow Jules and her friends through the joys and heartbreaks of the competitive eventing circuit, as they work their way into elite echelons—and into one another’s lives and hearts. Utterly immersive and propulsive, this series is an unforgettable journey for anyone who has ever fallen in love with horses, or humans. A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books."

Natalie Keller Reinert (Author), Barrie Kreinik (Narrator)

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The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits

"‘Full of glamour, nostalgia, pop music and strong women chasing their dreams. The perfect poolside read to escape into' Georgina Moore 'Weiner captures the tension of sibling rivalry and the pull of unconditional love with honesty and heart' Heat 'Weiner is the undisputed queen of the fun yet thoughtful poolside read' Vogue 'I came for a Daisy Jones fix and left with a craving for more Griffin Sisters! The kind of immersive, uplifting read you'll clear the rest of your day for – just wonderful' Louise Candlish ***** Cassie and Zoe were once as inseparable as sisters could be, but now haven’t spoken for two decades. Catapulted to fame in their early twenties, they’ve spent years in silence since a shocking fallout shattered their world. Zoe juggles life as a suburban mum, while Cassie is lives off-grid, embracing her inner hermit. But Zoe’s teenage daughter is desperate to bring the women back together – and unearth the truth behind their fall-out. As long-buried secrets surface, Cassie and Zoe must confront their past choices and betrayals to discover the sisterly love that once made them unstoppable. Can the sister find a way back to each other, or will their past keep them apart forever? This is an irresistible story of sisterhood, redemption and the magic of second chances from the international bestseller, Jennifer Weiner. ***** 'This is an irresistible, multigenerational tale from a master of her craft. A compelling family drama [that] fans will gobble up' Booklist ‘Irresistible. Weiner breathes new life into the love triangle trope and offers a nuanced view of sisterhood’s complexities’ Publishers Weekly 'A heartfelt look at sisterhood, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to follow your dreams' Kirkus Reviews ‘A shimmering story about music, motherhood, sisterhood and the dreams we chase' Woman’s World"

Jennifer Weiner (Author), Dakota Fanning (Narrator)

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A Sharp Scratch

"Brought to you by Penguin. From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Things We Do To Our Friends, comes a timely, gripping novel about the dark underbelly of wellness culture We can fix you. It's a promise that Betsy has heard far too many times. From the child psychologist, from her husband, and from the wellness trends that scream at her from her screen. So far, it's been a lie. But this time, she believes it. Because Betsy has been offered a place at Carn - a luxurious, unorthodox retreat, where healing really is possible. At Carn, she discovers that her imperfections make her unique, not weak. She isn't broken, just special. All Betsy has to do is follow the rules . . . 'DARWENT HAS A GREAT CAREER AS A THRILLER WRITER AHEAD OF HER' SUNDAY TIMES 'Satisfyingly dark, cleverly plotted' Emma Flint, Little Deaths 'Smart, sophisticated, seductive' S J Watson, Before I Go To Sleep 'Startlingly lovely, like a fine, dark silk shivering on your skin' Julia Heaberlin, We Are All the Same in the Dark 'A deeply compelling story of friendships turned rotten' Rosemary Hennigan, The Truth Will Out 'Dark academia and twisted friendships in gothic Edinburgh - what more could you want?' Cailean Steed, Home © Heather Darwent 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Heather Darwent (Author), Abigail Lawrie (Narrator)

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Glass Century: A Novel

"It's 1973 and Mona Glass is a 24-year-old amateur tennis star in a long-running affair with Saul Plotz, her former college professor. Her parents like Saul and desperately want the free-spirited Mona to marry. But 34-year-old Saul already has a wife and two children. One day, Saul happens on an idea: stage a fake wedding for the benefit of her old world parents, invite a few friends in on the joke, and go about their lives. The ruse works. Except Saul realizes he actually wants to marry Mona, who vows never to permanently tie herself to a man. After losing her city job in the 1970s fiscal crisis, Mona becomes a freelance news photographer for a radical new tabloid. When she beats the competition to capture a photo of a murderous vigilante taking the city by storm, she finds herself falling for a colleague-and Saul, now a rising star in government who is butting up against a young man named Donald Trump, fears he has lost her altogether. Years later, the affair not quite dead, Mona realizes she is pregnant with Saul's child. Meanwhile, Saul's adult son, Tad, is traveling aimlessly across America, hunting for answers as the 1990s bleed into 9/11. Tad decides to take the darker path of the very vigilante Mona once exposed. And in the shadow of terrorism and war, Mona and Saul raise their son, Emmanuel, together-keeping their life a secret from Saul's wife and children. Spanning from the 1970s to the pandemic, this soaring, heartbreaking novel is a tour de force of ambition and grace, a great American chronicle that marks the emergence of a major new talent."

Ross Barkan (Author), Cassandra Campbell (Narrator)

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The First Love Myth

"Liz Madden has a storybook romance—high school sweethearts, second chances, and a happily-ever-after. But when she finds out that her husband cheated on her, she is forced to make the hard decision and walk away. Unable to reveal the betrayal to those closest to her, Liz instead takes refuge with her father and half-sister, Zoey. Zoey is nursing her own broken heart after a devastating end to her first love. But true to Reid-sister heritage, she's courting disaster with a no-strings-attached affair with her ex. Liz's marital discord also brings their older sister, Cecilia, back to town. But Cecilia has complicated relationship issues of her own. She's never forgiven their father for the affair he had seventeen years ago, and she's also never accepted Zoey as part of the family. As their respective heartbreaks draw Liz and Zoey closer together, Liz finds she is getting tired of walking the line between her two sisters. The Reid sisters are each in over their heads. To make it through the summer, they'll have to heal the fractures between them. Sometimes, forgiveness isn't always a straight line, and letting go is the only way forward."

Casey Dembowski (Author), Nicol Zanzarella, Renée Chambliss (Narrator)

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The Promise of Forever

"She's found the man of her dreams. But is she ready to say 'I do'? In the aftermath of Bridget's deception and the boating accident, Charlotte and her friends are all contemplating what's most important to them in life. For Briggs, the answer is easy: Charlotte. But when he pops the big question, she gets cold feet, worried that his brush with death is making him rush into something he's not ready for. Can he convince her that he's ready to move on from the heartbreak of his past and take this next step with her? Meanwhile, Sadie and Ethan hit a rocky patch in their relationship, and Elise struggles with whether to give Bridget a second chance, even as her relationship with Gabe becomes more serious. And as Addison and Jesse welcome a new member to their family, complications bring all of their friends together, reminding them that the most important thing in life is always . . . Love."

Fiona Baker (Author), Ann Sprinkle (Narrator)

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Long Story

"Brought to you by Penguin. Two best friends, one old flame … It’s a long story Tara is a famous movie star, known for her leading roles in beloved rom-coms. When her husband shows up on set one day to tell her he’s leaving her for his much younger action movie co-star, her life is turned upside down. Alex is a powerhouse podcast host and writer, covering all things celebrity and pop culture. But she’s less of a girlboss when it comes to her love life, which has never quite recovered after an old flame left her heartbroken. As youngsters as the same stage school, they swore off a boy for life, promising to always put their friendship first. But now the two BFF’s friendship is tested when rockstar Sean Sweeney’s memoir is published, revealing his past relationships with them both, unveiling secrets from the past and plunging their friendship into crisis. Set between Ireland and the US, in the glamorous and high-energy world of celebrities, online influencers and social media, this is a pacy and fun novel about female friendships with a lot of heart. ‘A fantastic writer’ Joanne McNally 'Glitz, glam, friendship and betrayal, Vicki Notaro’s new page-turner is hugely entertaining. Loved it!' Patricia Scanlan 'A deliciously emotional story celebrating the complexity of friendship between women.' Sarah Breen ‘A glorious story about female friendship … compulsive reading’ Amanda Cassidy ‘I came for the funny jokes and the glamorous setting but I stayed for the relatable tale of a gorgeous friendship.’ Richy Craven ‘An enjoyable examination of Irish friendship between a Hollywood A Lister and her best friend since drama school and the one man who may ruin their friendship forever. Great fun.’ Liz Nugent 'More glitz, glam, warmth and humour from the fab Vicki Notaro' Sheila O’Flanagan ‘A modern-day City Women … great characters and gripping storylines! I can’t put it down’ Katriona O’Sullivan 'A roller-coaster book... a deliciously page-turning novel with a heart of gold and the sharpest turn of phrase around.’ Cathy Kelly 'Once you pick up this book you won’t be able to put it down! I devoured it, and just wish I’d been on a beach somewhere reading it.' Laura Whitmore 'Assured, so well-paced and so good on modern love and female friendship in the era of social media. Did I forget to say wildly entertaining? I couldn't put it down.' Edel Coffey 'Entertaining, engaging and very real' Sinead Moriarty 'Fun, romance, and the perfect dose of escapism. Full of quirky characters, feel-good vibes, and a perfect blend of humor and sentiment, it’s a novel that’ll make you laugh out loud but also reflect on the messy, beautiful truths of love and friendship. I loved it!' Amanda Cassidy © Vicki Notaro 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Vicki Notaro (Author), Stephanie Dufresne (Narrator)

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Mystic Harmony

"A cunning mage. A dark god. Menopause is about to get weird . . . Bethany Parker has never seen trouble like this. Haunted by terrifying visions of a giant, bat-like monster demanding freedom, the fifty-year-old mystic is terrified any mistake will unleash Hell on Earth. And just as she starts to piece together a plan, she loses the powers she's worked so hard to master. Discovering the cursed mansion where she lives has a secret chamber that may hold the answers she needs, Bethany desperately seeks clues to its location. But as a sinister presence begins possessing her friends, even the wolf-shifter sheriff, secretive vampire, and her faithful talking cat may not be enough to help her prevent everyone's doom. Will Bethany banish Ellington Manor's malefic fiend, or has she seen her last days? Mystic Harmony is the third book in the soulful Midlife Melody paranormal women's fiction series. If you like supernatural sarcasm, magical mysteries, and relatable heroines coming into their own, then you'll love Phoebe Ravencraft's compelling tale."

Phoebe Ravencraft (Author), Melissa Redmond (Narrator)

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Contemporary Women Audiobooks in Fiction