Thirtynothing

Written by Lisa Jewell

Narrated by Helen Duff

Jealousy and heartache come together in this story of ex-boyfriends, ex-girlfriends, and friends dabbling with yesterday when they should really be thinking about today.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dreamscape Media
• Release date: Dec 3, 2019
• ISBN: 9781666566062

Lisa Jewell

Lisa Jewell is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of nineteen novels, including The Family Upstairs and Then She Was Gone, as well as Invisible Girl and Watching You. Her novels have sold over 10 million copies internationally, and her work has also been translated into twenty-nine languages. Connect with her on Twitter @LisaJewellUK, on Instagram @LisaJewellUK, and on Facebook @LisaJewellOfficial.

Reviews for Thirtynothing

[Cilica · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This book did not propel me forwards as the other two books I listened to. I didn't find this a comedy as some described. I didn't like the arrogant main character Dig (not that I have to but even when he seemed to get it together he was boring, predictable). He was demanding, unsympathetic and had no idea about women. A challenging character to care about. Nadine was a blah personality that fixated on her love for Digby, on and on and on. Was a predictable storyline. While these are representative of real people, I didn't find enough interest in anyone except ex-girlfriend (cannot remember her name). Her needing privacy was somewhat interesting to find out what she was doing and why. Though this was a double-sided like/dislike as Digby was so rude he invaded her privacy to discover her reasons for being in London.

[NNEAMAKA PAYNE · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great fun entertaining story, full on drama and a few laugh out loud moments too. I loved getting to know all of the characters, getting to follow them all in their individual lives from flashbacks to school days/being eighteen, to where they are now, in their 30’s. There was always lots going on.

I thought it was well written but then I expected that given that the author Lisa Jewell is such a talented author.

The character of Nadine did annoy me at times, like the time where she let Phil walk all over her, getting her to let him stay at her flat whilst she was away, his lies and excuses. I’d have seen right through his lies/excuses and chucked Phil out, I mean there’s no way I’d let a guy stay in my flat on his own whilst I was away, especially not when it’s a guy I’ve not been in touch with for god knows how many years. Nadine was just far to trusting in my opinion.

I enjoyed how all of Nadine, Digby and Delilah stories ended, just lovely.

The narrator Imogen Church is in fact one of my favourite narrators, it’s one of the reasons why I decided to listen to this on audiobook despite the fact that I had the paperback version on my bookshelf. Imogen always reads a story so well, doing slightly different voices for all of the characters. Just added to the overall enjoyment.

[Sarah Gates Hester · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I literally had to stop. Can't stand listening to books about women who hate themselves and complain about other women. Felt "victimy". Sorry, because I usually love Lisa Jewel books

[Zoe Leyh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A light hearted and adorable story, really enjoyed it! Narrator was great too

[Kathryn Arnold · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved it! That means a lot because I avoid romance novels like the plague. But Lisa Jewel makes it dark and twisty, with wonderful characters.

[Christine Hand · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very good listen. I’m never unsatisfied when I listen to Lisa Jewell’s stories. Thank you!

[Liz Scott · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I stuck it out, but the characters were a bit annoying/boring and the story was LONG.

[Rachel Schultz Dickerson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Good story… enjoyed the listen. Thanks you for another interesting book.

[Haley Boisjolie · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Was an easy read just didn’t fall in love with the characters

[Lori Flaherty · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really well written story that unfolds to some pretty unpredictable conclusions. I definitely enjoyed it, I’m a big fan of Lisa Jewell.

[joyce provard · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I was not expecting this book to be as good as it was. Definitely worth the read.

[Janvier Schutz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a very enjoyable book, great story line and beautifully narrated!

[sylvia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved the story and the narrator.Recommend to friends. Great book

[Elaine Hone · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved the characters and the journey they take to discover themselves

[Debbie Wetzel · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Love Lisa Jewell books but this one wasn’t up to her great standard.