Book description
The Rosie Project - An Audible Delight
From the moment Don Tillman's voice crackles into your headphones, you know you're about to embark on a journey that feels both impossibly quirky and deeply human. Graeme Simsion's debut novel, now available as an audiobook, turns a simple love story into a masterclass in warmth, humor, and unexpected tenderness.
The narrator-who never reveals their identity but delivers every line with impeccable timing-captures Don's deadpan logic and his gentle nervousness. When he sets out to create the "Wife Project," you can almost hear the mechanical ticking of his mind: a sixteen-page questionnaire designed to filter out drinkers, smokers, and latecomers. The audio format brings this absurdly methodical plan to life, making Don's world feel both precise and endearingly rigid.
Enter Rosie Jarman, the barmaid with an unfiltered spirit that clashes-yet beautifully intertwines-with Don's measured existence. Her voice, rich in color and unpredictability, is a breath of fresh air against Don's monotone routine. As they collaborate on the "Father Project," the chemistry between them unfolds organically, each misstep and revelation punctuated by the narrator's subtle inflections.
What makes this audiobook truly special is how it balances wit with genuine emotional depth. Simsion's humor-sharp, sometimes dry-never eclipses the underlying heart of the story. Don learns that love cannot be engineered; it simply finds you when you least expect it. The narrative arc is both laugh-out-loud moments and quiet, reflective pauses that invite listeners to ponder their own quests for connection.
Entertainment Weekly's praise for its "warmth, emotional depth, and humor" rings true: the soundscape of this audiobook delivers on every promise. You'll find yourself laughing at Don's calculated mishaps, rooting for Rosie's unfiltered joy, and ultimately feeling a deep sense of hope that even the most methodical among us can still stumble into love.
If you're looking for an audiobook that feels like a cozy conversation over coffee, with a dash of romance and plenty of heart, The Rosie Project is the perfect pick. It reminds us all-no matter how wired we are-that fitting in begins when we allow ourselves to be seen, heard, and loved in our most authentic selves.
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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