Relationships Are Messy

Whether you’re single or you’ve been married for 49 years, I think we can all agree relationships are hard work. They can also be very complicated and frankly, messy. We’re pleased to present you with a list of some of our favorite relationship-centric novels, to serve as inspiration (or in most cases, a tale of what not to do). Commiserate with some of our favorite literary couples and appreciate the fact that even if your relationship isn’t where you want it to be, at least you’re not ghostwriting for your lover’s murderous spouse.

The 7 Husbands of Evelyn Hugo – Taylor Jenkins Reid

This bestseller and 2017 best historical fiction pick is one for the ages. Old Hollywood meets a tale of numerous winding love stories that aren’t at all what they seem; some aren’t even love. Listen along to find out which relationships meant something to Evelyn and which did not, and discover the true price of denying yourself who you are and what you love in the name of fame and acceptance. 

It Ends with Us – Colleen Hoover

A love triangle but make it full of angst with a side of first love, second chance romance. Who will our heroine choose? Closed off doctor with a first name that sounds not real, or her first love with an equally uncommon name (Colleen, we need to have a talk). Dubious names aside, there is a reason everything this author writes is literary and audible gold. No one balances romance, drama, and compelling, complex characters quite like Colleen Hoover.

Tatiana and Alexander – Paullina Simons

Doctor Zhivago meets the Cold War- but don’t worry, this sequel brings you all the angsty longing you’d expect with a sweeping tale of Russian love, loss, and rebellion against Stalin. Separated by war, distance, and the fact one of them is presumed dead, this 30-hour listen is waiting to immerse you into a world of hope, redemption, and second chances. Nothing lights the fires of lifelong devotion quite like dismantling a fascist regime. 

Thanks for reading! All these audiobooks and more are available now on AudiobookSTORE.com! Relationships are hard but listening about them shouldn’t be – that’s why we’ve cultivated this list to give you all the drama you need without actually ruining your own love life. And make sure to check out our FlexPass Membership for the ultimate roster of podcasts, savings on audiobooks, and more!

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