Book description
That Summer - A Cozy, Twist-Laced Audiobook Adventure
Jennifer Weiner's latest gem, That Summer, lands on your ears like a warm beach breeze: comforting yet full of surprises. In this audiobook, the narrator brings to life two very different women-Daisy Shoemaker and Diana Starling-whose lives collide in the most delightfully unexpected way.
From the moment we hear Daisy's restless nighttime thoughts, you're drawn into her world: a suburban mom juggling a cooking business, volunteer gigs, and the endless demands of family. Yet beneath the surface, she feels oddly alone, lacking true friends despite her busy schedule. The plot takes an amusing turn when misdirected emails meant for Diana Starling (a single punctuation mark away from Daisy's address) start arriving in Daisy's inbox. As the story unfolds, we learn that Diana is a glamorous corporate strategist living a life far removed from Daisy's ordinary routine.
The audio experience captures this contrast brilliantly. The narrator's subtle shifts in tone and pacing reflect Daisy's weary yet hopeful voice, while moments featuring Diana's polished confidence are delivered with a crisp, confident cadence. Weiner's trademark wit shines through-her dialogue is snappy, her observations razor-sharp-and the narration never feels forced.
What makes That Summer truly stand out is how it balances lighthearted banter with deeper themes of identity, past regrets, and the power of female friendship. The twist that Daisy and Diana are connected by more than a typo keeps listeners hooked; each revelation feels earned rather than contrived. The book's setting-from the manicured Main Line of Philadelphia to the rugged Outer Cape-adds vivid backdrop, enhancing the storytelling with rich sensory detail.
In sum, this audiobook is a charming blend of humor, mystery, and heart. Weiner delivers another "compelling, nuanced novel" (Maureen Corrigan, The Washington Post), and the narrator's performance brings it to life in an engaging, accessible way. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her work, That Summer is a delightful listen that will leave you laughing, pondering, and craving more of those transformative friendships.
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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