Book description
A Fine Romance - A Warm, Witty Journey Through Life, Love, and Laughter
Candice Bergen's memoir is a delightful blend of humor, heart, and Hollywood insight, and the audiobook brings it to life in a way that feels like sitting beside her at a cozy kitchen table. From the very first line, Bergen's voice-self-possessed yet unpretentious-draws you into her world with an effortless charm that made her 1984 debut such a hit.
The narrator takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of her most pivotal moments: meeting and marrying French director Louis Malle at thirty-four, the joy and challenges of becoming a mother to Chloe at forty-nine, and the bittersweet grief she endured after Malle's untimely death. Her storytelling is unflinchingly honest; there are no sugar-coated clichΓ©s here, just raw moments that feel both intimate and universal.
What makes the audiobook especially engaging is Bergen's delivery-she switches between a playful, almost mischievous tone when recounting her "Murphy Brown" days (complete with Aretha Franklin anecdotes) and a tender, reflective voice while speaking of her daughter or her own aging. The soundscape of Hollywood set pieces, from Warner Bros. costume closets to on-set banter, feels palpable; you can almost hear the hum of production crews and the clatter of costumes.
Her candidness about caring for a terminally ill spouse, navigating the awkwardness of a blind date that turned into love again, and the simple joys of watching Chloe grow is both moving and relatable. Bergen's self-deprecating humor keeps the narrative light even when tackling heavy topics like grief or aging.
In short, A Fine Romance is more than a memoir; it's an invitation to laugh, cry, and reflect on our own journeys. The audiobook format amplifies its warmth-Bergen's voice becomes a comforting presence that makes you feel as if she were right there beside you, sharing her stories over coffee. If you're looking for a book that will make you smile, think, and perhaps even shed a tear, this is the one to add to your listening list.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience