Book description
Picture this: your ex-best-friend-turned-rock-star crush walks back into your life while you're dating someone else, and the only thing louder than the crowd at his sold-out show is the internal scream of "OH, HE'S STILL HOT?!" Samantha Towle's The Mighty Storm isn't just a romance-it's a full-blown, heart-pounding, I-need-to-skip-my-workout audiobook experience. And honestly? It's the perfect escape for anyone who's ever Googled "how to be cool while awkwardly bumping into your teenage crush."
Towle, a queen of bestselling contemporary romance (with over a million books sold, and she wrote a James Patterson collab-yes, really), nails the "will-they-won't-they" tension with a side of rock-star swagger. Tru, our relatable-as-hell protagonist, hasn't seen Jake Wethers since he ghosted her at 14 to become the lead singer of The Mighty Storm (a band so big, their tour van probably has its own Spotify playlist). Now, she's interviewing him for her music column, and bam-all those old sparks? Still crackling. The problem? She's got a steady boyfriend named Will. Cue the internal monologue: "Do I risk my relationship for the guy who once drew hearts in my notebook? Also, why is his voice in my ear like a bassline I can't shake?"
The genius here is how the audiobook becomes the story. You don't just read about Jake's "deliciously bad" charm-you hear it. The narrator (seriously, whoever's doing the voice work? Chef's kiss) makes Jake's smirks and Tru's panic feel like you're eavesdropping on their most dramatic cafΓ© encounter. You'll catch yourself leaning closer to your phone, whispering, "No, wait-he's not actually texting you right now, is he?" The banter crackles, the emotional beats land like a perfectly timed guitar solo, and the slow-burn tension? It's got serious staying power. (Spoiler: It's not just about the band tour. It's about whether Tru can resist the guy who literally wrote her into his song.)
And let's be real-this isn't just another "rock star romance." Towle avoids the clichΓ©s (no "I'm a mess, but you love me!" nonsense) by making Tru's choices real. She's not just chasing a fantasy; she's choosing between comfort and chaos. Plus, Jake's not a villain-he's a guy with a past, a heart, and a very strong opinion on why Tru should ditch Will. (Also, the band's name? The Mighty Storm? Chef's kiss for a story that's about to blow your socks off.)
If you've ever felt that jolt of "wait, could I have chosen differently?" while scrolling through old photos, this audiobook will be your guilty pleasure. It's got the perfect blend of witty, emotional, and just enough "why is this so addictive?" moments to keep you hitting 'play' long after you should've gone to sleep. Trust me: you'll be quoting lines to your coffee mug by the third chapter. And if you're not already screaming "YES, TRU, TAKE THE TOUR!" into your pillow? You're doing it wrong. This isn't just a book-it's the soundtrack to your next what if. And honestly? It's the only audiobook you'll need this year. (Seriously, put it on. Your future self will thank 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