Book description
A groomsman and his last-minute guest are about to discover if a fake date can go the distance in this fun and flirty multicultural romance debut by New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory--author of the Resse Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine Book Club Pick The Proposal. THE USA TODAY BESTSELLER #5 LibraryReads Pick "A swoony rom-com brimming with humor and charm."--Entertainment Weekly (The Must List) "What a charming, warm, sexy gem of a novel....One of the best books I've read in a while."--Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling author of Hunger Agreeing to go to a wedding with a guy she gets stuck with in an elevator is something Alexa Monroe wouldn't normally do. But there's something about Drew Nichols that's too hard to resist. On the eve of his ex's wedding festivities, Drew is minus a plus one. Until a power outage strands him with the perfect candidate for a fake girlfriend.... After Alexa and Drew have more fun than they ever thought possible, Drew has to fly back to Los Angeles and his job as a pediatric surgeon, and Alexa heads home to Berkeley, where she's the mayor's chief of staff. Too bad they can't stop thinking about the other.... They're just two high-powered professionals on a collision course toward the long distance dating disaster of the century--or closing the gap between what they think they need and what they truly want.... One of... Entertainment Weekly's "12 Romances for V-Day" * Cosmopolitan's "2018 Anticipated Reads" * Elle's "2018 Must Reads" * Harpers Bazaar's "New January Must Reads" * The Fug Girls' "Best Books of the Year" * Elle UK's "Books to Get You Through 2018" * Nylon's "January Must Reads" * Hello Giggles' "New Release Recs" * Electric Lit's "Books by WoC to Read in 2018" * Bitch Media's "2018 Must Reads" * BookBub's "2018 Romance Must Reads" * Bookriot's "Must Read 2018 January Releases" * RetailMeNot's "2018 Must Reads"
"On the eve of his ex's wedding festivities, Drew is minus a plus one--until a power outage strands him with the perfect candidate for a fake girlfriend. From the best man's toast to the bouquet toss, Alexa and Drew have more fun than they ever thought possible. But before they know it, Drew has to fly back to Los Angeles and his job as a pediatric surgeon, and Alexa heads home to Berkeley, where she's the mayor's chief of staff. Too bad they can't stop thinking about the other"--
Soiled Dove
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! Has every feature I need. My top choice for audiobooks! The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Copilot
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. This app has become my go-to for audiobooks, adding a layer of convenience and enjoyment to my days.
FireBerry
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. This audiobook app is a true gem – it brings stories to life with every click. ⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Hightower
Effortlessly accessing my favorite audiobooks has become a reality, all thanks to this app's user-centric design and comprehensive format support. A must-download! 📱🎧 The interface is sleek and modern. It's a pleasure to navigate and use the app.
Mr. Spy
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant. ListenBook’s playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Fire Queen
🎧 My daily chores just got an upgrade! Thanks to this app, I can dive into captivating stories while cooking and cleaning. 📚🍳 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Bazooka Har-de-har
With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move – it's like having a tutor by my side. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is truly impressive. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Dallas Foxface
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Darkside Orbit
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. 🔥 Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears – audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. 🎵📖 I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. It’s perfect for my listening style.
Thunder Nut
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's functionality is truly impressive. As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure!
Gold Dahlia
Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Biscuit Meg
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
GuTzd
I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
DanimalDaze
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
ForumFlare
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight.
Woo Woo
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities.
Freesia
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged.
Serendipity
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. The book groups feature is a thoughtful addition. It helps me keep my series and related titles together. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
TulipCake
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
New York Sixlet
Seamless integration of audiobooks – this app's ease of use is impressive. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
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