Book description
Tired of romance tropes that make you roll your eyes harder than a bad science experiment? Jillian Meadows' Give Me Butterflies is the antidote you didn't know you needed-especially as an audiobook. Forget the usual cardboard cutouts; here, the grumpy astronomer (Finn) isn't just brooding-he's grieving his sister, wrestling with his nieces' sadness, and failing at cooking dinner. The sunshine entomologist (Millie) isn't just chirpy; she's a curator who actually loves her job explaining insect life cycles to kids. Their dynamic isn't "opposites attract" fluff-it's two people with real, messy lives colliding over museum politics and, eventually, mutual respect.
The magic? Meadows makes STEM feel sexy. Finn's "nerdy astronomy ties" aren't just props-they're part of his character, and Millie's passion for butterflies isn't a gimmick but her core. The audiobook shines because the narrator nails Millie's infectious energy (you'll feel her optimism) and Finn's reluctant warmth (his grumpiness has layers, not just a scowl). You'll laugh at lines like, "Not that she's spent much time noticing his electric blue eyes," and sigh at how their tension builds-because it's rooted in actual stakes (her dream job, his grief), not just "accidental" touches.
It's not just another Ali Hazelwood clone (though fans will adore it). Meadows sidesteps the usual pitfalls: Finn's grief isn't a plot device to make him brooding; it's why he's so fiercely protective. Millie isn't "just" the happy one-she's anxious, driven, and the book never lets her shrink to fit his mood. The museum setting isn't a backdrop; it's alive with the thrill of discovery. And the audiobook? The pacing is perfect, matching the slow burn of their connection. You'll forget you're listening to a book and just... lean into the warmth, the witty banter about constellations versus caterpillars, and the quiet realization that sometimes, the person you think is a distraction is exactly who you need. Finally, a romance that treats its characters like humans-not just vehicles for swoons. Perfect for anyone who's ever loved a book that made them say, "Wait, this is why I read?"
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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