The One That Got Away: A Novel Audiobook

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• “[A] brilliantly realized wish-fulfillment scenario in the vein of Liane Moriarty…[Himes’s] examination of how the choices we make can define who we become will resonate with readers. For anyone who ever wondered ‘What if?’”

  — Booklist

• “Himes takes an intriguing look at how a simple yes could change a person’s entire life…the effort is a rewarding investigation of how all that glitters may not be gold.”

  — Library Journal

• An enchanting novel about the choices we make in life and love--by turns hilarious, poignant, and nostalgic. Himes's novel will make you revisit all the "what ifs" you've ever contemplated, from fleeting encounters to almost-weddings . . . a lively debut that will strike a chord in anyone with a romantic past.

  — Nicholas Sparks, author of The Notebook and See Me

• In the spirit of Lionel Shriver's The Post-Birthday World, Leigh Himes delivers a fascinating novel about the road not taken. I loved the concept and execution of this clever, thought-provoking love story.

  — Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Rumor

• [A] brilliantly realized wish-fulfillment scenario in the vein of Liane Moriarty . . . [Himes's] examination of how the choices we make can define who we become will resonate with readers. For anyone who ever wondered 'What if?'

  — Booklist

• Himes explores what could have been in this charming debut novel.

  — Kirkus Reviews

• Himes takes an intriguing look at how a simple yes could change a person's entire life . . . the effort is a rewarding investigation of how all that glitters may not be gold.

  — Library Journal

• Himes's portrait of an outsider trying to fit into a narrow new role works well; Abbey is reminiscent of the snarky Jill Weber character on Bravo's Odd Mom Out.

  — Publishers Weekly

• Himes's well-constructed comic novel adds thought-provoking depth to a charming be-careful-what-you-wish-for story.

  — Shelf Awareness

• A fresh, creative love story.

  — Good Housekeeping