Book description
Kimberly Lemming's I Got Abducted by Aliens and Now I'm Trapped in a Rom-Com delivers exactly what its zany title promises: a wildly entertaining, laugh-out-loud sci-fi rom-com perfect for audiobook listening. The moment you press play, you're instantly immersed in Dory Valentine's chaotic life-wildlife biology PhD student, lion-attacked, and suddenly whisked off Earth by aliens. Her panic is palpable, but Lemming's sharp wit turns every misstep into gold. The narrator nails Dory's sarcastic inner monologue, making her relatable even as she's dodging prehistoric predators on a planet that shouldn't exist.
What elevates this beyond a standard rom-com is the dynamic trio: Dory, her lion companion Toto (yes, Toto), and the enigmatic aliens Sol and Lok. The audiobook's strength shines in how the narrator differentiates their voices-Sol's smooth, confident tone contrasting with Lok's rugged, almost dangerous edge. Their chemistry isn't just hinted at; it's felt through subtle vocal shifts during tense moments, making the slow-burn attraction genuinely electric. When Dory questions whether she even wants to return to Earth, the narrator's delivery of her internal conflict-part fear, part exhilaration-makes you lean in, invested in every step.
The humor lands perfectly in audio form. Lemming's dialogue is razor-sharp ("I've seen more dinosaurs in a week than I did in my entire thesis"), and the narrator's deadpan delivery of absurd situations-like arguing with a lion about escape pods-adds layers of comedic timing you'd miss on the page. The pacing is brisk, matching the book's "rom-com adventure comedy romp" vibe. Action sequences (dodging dinosaurs, dodging war criminals) feel urgent, while quieter moments-like Dory realizing she's fallen for two aliens at once-sink in with perfect, slow-burn intimacy.
Crucially, the audiobook avoids overdoing the "sexy" trope. The attraction feels earned, woven into their shared survival and banter. Lok's potential war criminal status isn't a cliché; it's a tension that deepens their connection, and the narrator handles his guardedness with just the right hint of vulnerability. Sol's calm confidence, meanwhile, provides a grounding counterpoint. You believe why Dory's heart is racing.
Lemming's previous work (I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf) proves she knows how to blend humor with heart, and this audiobook version amplifies that. It's the kind of listen you'll want to share with a friend, pausing to say, "You have to hear this bit about the lion." The story's joy isn't just in the sci-fi premise-it's in Dory's journey from "I just wanted to study animals" to realizing she's built a new home with people (and a lion) who accept her chaos. For fans of Star Wars meets Crazy Rich Asians with a side of dinosaurs, this audiobook is pure, unadulterated fun. It's not just a rom-com; it's a reminder that sometimes, getting abducted by aliens is the best thing that could happen to you.
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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