How do you know if you've found the one? Can you really love the one you're with when you can't forget the one who got away? Emily Giffin, author of the New York Times bestselling novels Something Borrowed, Something Blue, and Baby Proof, poses these questions—and many more—with her highly anticipated, thought-provoking new audio novel Love the One You're With. Ellen and Andy's first year of marriage doesn't just seem perfect, it is perfect. There is no question how deep their devotion is, and how naturally they bring out the best in each other. But one fateful afternoon, Ellen runs into Leo for the first time in eight years. Leo, the one who brought out the worst in her. Leo, the one who left her heartbroken with no explanation. Leo, the one she could never quite forget. When his reappearance ignites long-dormant emotions, Ellen begins to question whether the life she's living is the one she's meant to live. At once heartbreaking and funny, Love the One You're With is a tale of lost loves and found fortunes—and will resonate with anyone who has ever wondered what if.
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"I so love this book. I fell in love with Andy in the end, even though his character wasn't given much emphasis, it focus more on Ellen's hidden feelings for Leo. I know how Ellen felt when she found out that her friend Margot betrayed her by not telling her that Leo came back for her 2 years ago, when she started dating Andy, but on the other hand I would do the same because she saw how Ellen suffered from Leo, how Ellen losses her individuality because of too much love, and she became a person she is not. I guess Margot intentions conflicted because the other person was her brother, because as we all know blood is always thicker than water. But to sum it all it is a great book to read, it's very realistic, and the author was able capture the emotions of the characters of this book, and I almost forgot I love Suzanne, Ellen's sister because inside she is a passionate person. :))"
— Minerva (4 out of 5 stars)
When it comes to writing stories that resonate with real women, bestselling author Emily Giffin has hit her stride. [Baby Proof] examines the great lengths people go for each other, and is filled with great female characters.
— San Francisco Chronicle“[A] wry twist on the classic relationship deal-breaker.
— New York Times" I thought it was very uplifting. It makes you really think about love and what goes into such a commitment. How it takes place for somepart of it in Atlanta, which is where I am from, she dislikes the city there kinda like me. It was eye opening and the ending is so surprising that I had tears in my eyes....happy or sad? Read and find out. =) "
— Natalie, 2/19/2014" This was a tough one to rate. I honestly didn't care for the main character till the last few pages of the book. She was a little too complacent and never stood up for herself. She complained in her head but was too afraid to ever speak up. This happens in real life, to everyone. But she just seemed to do it constantly! However, the end of the book showed that she was just working through something and I liked the resolution. So my thought is that if you are reading and not liking her like me, finish! You won't be disappointed in the end. The book covers the scary topics of marital infidelity, "the one who got away", passive aggressive mother in laws, and friendship. "
— Christi, 2/16/2014" This one "hit home". Another one of those books with a character that has some similarities to thoughts and experiences in one's own life. Although I was not completely riveted by the storyline, I still found myself turning to the next page to discover what would happen next. The culmination was, to quote Randy Jackson on American Idol; "Just aw'ight for me, Dawg". "
— Tina, 2/10/2014" This is by far one of the best if not the best book I've read in a long time. I loved every minute of it and basically read 3/4 of it in one morning! It is truthful and real. It made me laugh and cry. I loved it. It is a great book about love, life, the decisions and choices that we eventually have to make. It's a great story! "
— Courtney, 1/26/2014" Easy, fast summer read "
— Annieme79, 1/20/2014" I'll always love Emily's writing style, but this was not one of my favorites. I don't like the message behind it, and it didn't make me care for the characters at all, good or bad. I just didn't care what happened in the end, which is not how I felt reading her other books. "
— Hayley, 11/27/2013" I was disappointed in this book. "
— Leigh, 11/17/2013" LOVED this book!! :) def. my favorite of hers. "
— Renee, 10/31/2013" I identified with her, not in that I have anyone else I want to be with, but that I have an amazing husband that treats me very well and I take him for granted sometimes. Found myself apologizing to him a lot as I read this book "
— Renee, 9/15/2013" Took me a while to get through this book "
— Jennifer, 7/17/2013" My ALL TIME FAVORITE BOOK!! Just read the book and you will see how amazing it is!! "
— Stephanie, 7/15/2013" Not Giffin's best work. At times it was predictable and dragging too much. Rather action-less! The contrast between life with Andy and life with Leo still still made for a fun, light read. "
— Asma, 5/24/2013" The ending might've seemed cliched for others, but it certainly was a shocker to me. This book made me laugh out loud at some points while reading it, and had me up until the late hours of the morning, spellbound. Quite a good read. "
— Jóvan, 2/24/2013" A bit slow and whiny for quite a while. I loved the ending, though. It worked out just as I had hoped! "
— Valissa, 12/30/2012" Chick lit, but with smart, believable characters. "
— Marcella, 8/18/2012" A fun read about a young bride's adjustment to married life and coming to terms with feelings about a lost love. Enough drama to keep you reading, but nothing serious enough to bring you down. Setting is NYC and Georgia, which makes for an interesting mix of lifestyles. "
— Connie, 7/22/2012" Didn't finish it. Not engaging enough for my taste, lacking something. The first few pages were something like: "bumped into my ex boyfriend and felt my heart flutter, but I'm supposed to be happily married" or something variation. "
— April, 3/9/2012" This is my least favorite book by Emily Giffin. I don't like the idea that this girl is stuck on an old boyfriend when she is MARRIED. "
— Chelsea, 2/19/2012" Good but not good enough! "
— Ruby, 1/31/2012" I really enjoyed this story line and felt emotionally vested in the main characters. "
— Stacey, 9/25/2011" It delivered what I expected... but it's no Gossip Girl. "
— Lisa, 5/23/2011" i can't stop reading it when i began to open the book. the book resonates with everyone who has ever been in a relationship. the ending was just as i hoped. "
— Haghia, 5/22/2011" This is the second book I've read by this author, and it will be the last. Her books consist of justifying the actions of people without morals--namely, men and women cheating on their spouses and fiancees. No thanks. "
— Alisha, 5/17/2011" Yet another book of hers with weak female characters and cheating. "
— Melissa, 5/17/2011" It was an easy read, maybe too easy. Kind of predictable. I liked it but I didn't love it. A good summer beach read. "
— Amy-jo, 5/17/2011" Enjoyable book - kind of drug a little in the middle, but really picked up at the end. "
— Susan, 5/17/2011" Reading on Kindle- Gosh was starting to wonder about this author and the theme of her books with cheating. THis book made sense and was a good read and really liked the ending. "
— Tammy, 5/14/2011" I would give it 3.5 stars if we could do 1/2's on here. It was a good book, but I've enjoyed her others more!! "
— Melanie, 5/13/2011" Great beach read. I actually listened to this book on my Ipod while training for a half marathon. I wanted to keep running just to listen to the story. Emily Giffin is a master at simple writing with characters you know you should dislike, but can't help but adore. "
— Rebekah, 5/11/2011" It wasn't as fast paced as I thought it would have been. But it brought up some personal feelings and made me think. It was a good book overall. "
— Tiffany, 5/11/2011" I liked the story just fine but I really didn't like the main character. "
— Kristine, 5/10/2011" She writes about real issues in an interesting way. "
— Laura, 5/10/2011" The book was pretty good, not as good as Something Boorowed/Blue, but it was compelling to read the main character's internal struggle. "
— Mandy, 5/9/2011" This was a nice Saturday read! Compelling story with a good reminder for all of us! "
— Rebecca, 5/9/2011" Book was ok, a little slow for me, basically a married woman encounters her ex bf and considers seeing him again.... Wanted to see more action. "
— Rebella82899, 5/9/2011" Light, fluffy, and fun. Perfect beach read!<br/> "
— Catherine, 5/9/2011Emily Giffin is the author of eleven internationally bestselling novels, including the Adventures of Darcy series and nine stand-alone novels, including eight New York Times bestsellers.
Kathleen McInerney won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration in 2011 and was a finalist for the Audie in 2010 and 2015. Her narrations have also earned several AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has performed in New York and around the United States in both classical and contemporary theater. Her credits also include television commercials, daytime drama, radio plays, and a broad range of animation voice-overs.