Book description
Love Life - An Audible Adventure with Rob Lowe
If you've ever wondered what it's like to hear a Hollywood star talk about his life in the rawest, funniest way possible, Love Life is the audiobook that delivers. Narrated by Rob Lowe himself, the book feels less like a formal memoir and more like a long-lunch conversation with an old friend who has seen the highs of fame and the lows of personal struggle.
From the opening track, Lowe's voice carries that easy charm the Kirkus review mentions-he's simultaneously charming and disarming. He opens up about addiction and recovery in a way that is neither preachy nor self-serving; instead, he uses humor to make the lessons feel universal. The stories are tightly woven around his philosophy of love and learning from life's curveballs-a theme that threads through every anecdote.
Some highlights include:
- The Playboy Mansion visit - Lowe's wide-eyed curiosity as a young actor turns into an entertaining exploration of celebrity culture.
- Malibu childhood discovery - A humorous yet poignant moment that shows the boy behind the star.
- Behind-the-scenes tales from Californication and Parks & Recreation, where Lowe's candidness about on-set mishaps feels like insider gossip for the everyday listener.
- Coaching youth basketball - a comic episode that reveals his patience (or lack thereof) with overbearing parents.
- The "movie star stole my girlfriend" story - an absurd yet oddly instructive tale about ego and heart.
What makes this audiobook stand out is Lowe's natural delivery. He never seems to be performing; he simply tells stories as if they're happening right then, making the listener feel part of his journey. The pacing keeps you hooked-each chapter ends on a hook that pulls you into the next. The sound quality is pristine, and the occasional subtle background music cues underscore emotional beats without overpowering the narration.
For fans of celebrity memoirs or anyone who enjoyed Stories I Only Tell My Friends, this book offers fresh material with the same wit, honesty, and reflection that made Lowe's previous work a hit. Even if you're not a fan of Hollywood gossip, Lowe's insights into fatherhood, recovery, and personal growth are relatable enough to resonate.
In sum, Love Life is a delightful blend of humor, heart, and raw truth-all delivered by the man who has lived it. It's an audiobook that invites listeners to laugh, reflect, and maybe even see their own life in a new light. If you're looking for something engaging yet thought-provoking, this is the perfect pick.
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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