The Reason

Written by Catherine Bennetto

Narrated by Anna Acton

How much is the smile from the person you love worth to you?
 
Brooke’s life has derailed. Her social life and career have evaporated, her daughter is desperately unhappy and being bullied at school, and, for a 43-year-old, she probably spends way too many weekends at her parent’s. But the reason for all this is no mystery. A year and a half ago, Brooke’s husband died.
 
But Brooke does have one secret. Her husband’s death, the worst thing that has ever happened to her, has made her unbelievably rich.
 
Despite her despair, Brooke suddenly realises she has the power to make her daughter’s life, and the world a little brighter.
 
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio UK
• Release date: Dec 8, 2022
• ISBN: 9781471180699

Catherine Bennetto

Catherine Bennetto has worked as an Assistant Director in the film and television industry, working on shows such as The Bill, Coronation Street and Death in Paradise. She can generally be found travelling the world and spends her time reading healthy cookbooks (not necessarily cooking from them) or at the beach. How Not to Fall in Love, Actually is her first novel.

Reviews for The Reason

[Stephanie McCartney · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Funny adorable relatable characters!! Should be a movie!! Love this author!

[Johanna · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Sweet story, a little too predictable and pc to be really captivating.

[Deb Gillies · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Some very funny parts, some that seemed to drag on forever.

[sskeehan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great story with colorful and relatable characters. Profanity was a bit over the top, but at least not constant

[Angie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Lovely story! Uplifting and positive with a bit of emotion. If your husband has passed away in previous 2 to 3 years the story may not be for you. Or maybe it will be for you! My aunt’s husband passed away two years ago, and I wouldn’t recommend this book for her but only because she’s too close to it. I listened every day and loved every minute! Thank you! The narration was wonderful by the way.

[james kugler · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Funny mixed with deep emotions. Terrific book journey. Loved it

[Lisa Foster · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved this heartwarming story and the reminder that loving and serving others is healing and fulfilling.

[Thelma Cameron · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Funny, heartwarming, emotional and beautiful. We all need to be reminded to share a little love… #for no reason