Audiobooks Like Beach Read

10 audiobooks for fans of Beach Read

1. 1

   

   Funny Story

   by Emily Henry

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, engaging energy to this audiobook as she does in *Beach Read*, while Emily Henry's signature blend of humor, mystery, and romantic tension creates a similarly satisfying listening experience that unfolds over an equally immersive runtime.

   Why this book?

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, engaging energy to this audiobook as she does in *Beach Read*, while Emily Henry's signature blend of humor, mystery, and romantic tension creates a similarly satisfying listening experience that unfolds over an equally immersive runtime.

   ★ 4.57 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)

   ★ 4.19 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 4.64 Audible (18.7K)

   11h 23m listening time • Released 2024

   After her fiancé leaves her for his best friend, Daphne teams up with her ex's former girlfriend to navigate heartbreak and unexpected second chances.

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   After her fiancé leaves her for his best friend, Daphne teams up with her ex's former girlfriend to navigate heartbreak and unexpected second chances.

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   Book Lovers

   by Emily Henry

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   Emily Henry's signature blend of witty banter, romantic tension, and layered character development shines equally in *Book Lovers*, while Julia Whelan's warm, nuanced narration captures the same engaging conversational tone that made *Beach Read* so immersive to listen to. Both audiobooks deliver that perfect balance of mystery and heart, with the same chemistry-driven storytelling that makes the listening experience feel like a conversation with a clever friend.

   Why this book?

   Emily Henry's signature blend of witty banter, romantic tension, and layered character development shines equally in *Book Lovers*, while Julia Whelan's warm, nuanced narration captures the same engaging conversational tone that made *Beach Read* so immersive to listen to. Both audiobooks deliver that perfect balance of mystery and heart, with the same chemistry-driven storytelling that makes the listening experience feel like a conversation with a clever friend.

   ★ 4.47 ABR Score (1.6M ratings)

   ★ 4.09 Goodreads (1.6M) ★ 4.58 Audible (19.5K)

   11h 23m listening time • Released 2022

   Julia Whelan's narration transforms this rivals-to-lovers mystery into something genuinely funny and sharp—her delivery of Nora's sardonic wit lands perfectly, making every page-turn moment hit harder.

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   Julia Whelan's narration transforms this rivals-to-lovers mystery into something genuinely funny and sharp—her delivery of Nora's sardonic wit lands perfectly, making every page-turn moment hit harder.

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3. 3

   

   Great Big Beautiful Life

   by Emily Henry

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   Emily Henry's signature blend of witty banter, emotional depth, and engaging mystery unfolds with the same narrative charm in this longer audiobook, while Julia Whelan's nuanced narration captures the complexity of Henry's characters with practiced familiarity. The extended runtime allows for richer character development and a more immersive listening experience that rewards fans of Beach Read's perfect balance of humor and heart.

   Why this book?

   Emily Henry's signature blend of witty banter, emotional depth, and engaging mystery unfolds with the same narrative charm in this longer audiobook, while Julia Whelan's nuanced narration captures the complexity of Henry's characters with practiced familiarity. The extended runtime allows for richer character development and a more immersive listening experience that rewards fans of Beach Read's perfect balance of humor and heart.

   ★ 4.35 ABR Score (763.4K ratings)

   ★ 3.96 Goodreads (748.2K) ★ 4.55 Audible (15.2K)

   12h 2m listening time • Released 2025

   Two rival writers—eternal optimist Alice and thundercloud Pulitzer winner Hayden—compete to interview a reclusive heiress on a tropical island. Whelan navigates their clash with perfect comedic timing.

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   Two rival writers—eternal optimist Alice and thundercloud Pulitzer winner Hayden—compete to interview a reclusive heiress on a tropical island. Whelan navigates their clash with perfect comedic timing.

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4. 4

   

   Happy Place

   by Emily Henry

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   Emily Henry's signature wit and emotionally layered storytelling shine through once again, with Julia Whelan's narration capturing the same perfect balance of humor and heart that made Beach Read so compelling. Happy Place deepens this dynamic with a mystery-driven plot wrapped in themes of reconnection and second chances, delivering an equally immersive listening experience.

   Why this book?

   Emily Henry's signature wit and emotionally layered storytelling shine through once again, with Julia Whelan's narration capturing the same perfect balance of humor and heart that made Beach Read so compelling. Happy Place deepens this dynamic with a mystery-driven plot wrapped in themes of reconnection and second chances, delivering an equally immersive listening experience.

   ★ 4.01 ABR Score (1.5M ratings)

   ★ 3.94 Goodreads (1.5M) ★ 4.23 Audible (8.2K)

   11h 3m listening time • Released 2023

   Harriet and Wyn pretend they're still together during their friend group's annual beach house reunion, hiding their secret breakup for one final week.

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   Harriet and Wyn pretend they're still together during their friend group's annual beach house reunion, hiding their secret breakup for one final week.

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5. 5

   

   Just for the Summer

   Part of Your World • Book 3

   by Abby Jimenez

   Narrated by Julia Whelan, Zachary Webber

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, banter-driven chemistry to this romance-mystery hybrid, while Abby Jimenez matches Emily Henry's talent for blending humor with emotional depth across a satisfying 10-hour listen.

   Why this book?

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, banter-driven chemistry to this romance-mystery hybrid, while Abby Jimenez matches Emily Henry's talent for blending humor with emotional depth across a satisfying 10-hour listen.

   ★ 4.79 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)

   ★ 4.34 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.8 Audible (16.8K)

   10h 5m listening time • Released 2022

   Justin's dating curse becomes internet famous: every ex finds their soulmate immediately after dumping him. Julia Whelan and Zachary Webber sell the ridiculous premise completely.

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   Justin's dating curse becomes internet famous: every ex finds their soulmate immediately after dumping him. Julia Whelan and Zachary Webber sell the ridiculous premise completely.

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6. 6

   

   After I Do

   by Taylor Jenkins Reid

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, engaging energy to *After I Do* that made *Beach Read* so compelling, while both mysteries explore relationship dynamics with humor and emotional depth. The similar runtime and narrative style create a seamless listening experience that will feel like a natural continuation of what drew you in the first time.

   Why this book?

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, engaging energy to *After I Do* that made *Beach Read* so compelling, while both mysteries explore relationship dynamics with humor and emotional depth. The similar runtime and narrative style create a seamless listening experience that will feel like a natural continuation of what drew you in the first time.

   ★ 4.12 ABR Score (306.1K ratings)

   ★ 3.93 Goodreads (304.3K) ★ 4.45 Audible (1.7K)

   9h 21m listening time • Released 2022

   A couple takes a year-long marriage break with zero contact, testing whether absence really makes hearts grow fonder. Julia Whelan captures Lauren's vulnerability and growth as she discovers who she is outside her failing relationship.

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   A couple takes a year-long marriage break with zero contact, testing whether absence really makes hearts grow fonder. Julia Whelan captures Lauren's vulnerability and growth as she discovers who she is outside her failing relationship.

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7. 7

   

   One True Loves

   by Taylor Jenkins Reid

   Narrated by Julia Whelan, Taylor Jenkins Reid

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, emotionally resonant tone to *One True Loves*, capturing Taylor Jenkins Reid's exploration of love and identity with the intimate quality that made *Beach Read* so engaging. Both audiobooks balance romantic tension with deeper questions about choice and self-discovery, delivering that satisfying blend of heart and intrigue through expert narration.

   Why this book?

   Julia Whelan's narration brings the same witty, emotionally resonant tone to *One True Loves*, capturing Taylor Jenkins Reid's exploration of love and identity with the intimate quality that made *Beach Read* so engaging. Both audiobooks balance romantic tension with deeper questions about choice and self-discovery, delivering that satisfying blend of heart and intrigue through expert narration.

   ★ 4.09 ABR Score (746.8K ratings)

   ★ 4.02 Goodreads (745.8K) ★ 4.36 Audible (967)

   8h 53m listening time • Released 2023

   Emma rebuilds her life after her husband disappears in a helicopter crash, only to have him return years later when she's engaged to someone else. The dual narration mirrors Emma's impossible choice between two loves.

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   Emma rebuilds her life after her husband disappears in a helicopter crash, only to have him return years later when she's engaged to someone else. The dual narration mirrors Emma's impossible choice between two loves.

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   Forever, Interrupted

   by Taylor Jenkins Reid

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   ★ 3.80 ABR Score (220.8K ratings)

   ★ 3.64 Goodreads (219.8K) ★ 4.26 Audible (974)

   9h 10m listening time • Released 2022

   Elsie's whirlwind romance ends in tragedy when her new husband dies in a car accident, leaving her to grieve with his family who barely knows she exists. The raw emotional storytelling hits even harder in audio format.

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   Elsie's whirlwind romance ends in tragedy when her new husband dies in a car accident, leaving her to grieve with his family who barely knows she exists. The raw emotional storytelling hits even harder in audio format.

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9. 9

   

   Thank You for Listening

   Thank You for Listening

   by Julia Whelan

   Narrated by Julia Whelan

   ★ 4.43 ABR Score (106.8K ratings)

   ★ 3.99 Goodreads (100.9K) ★ 4.71 Audible (6.0K)

   11h 16m listening time • Released 2022

   Julia Whelan narrating her own story about an audiobook narrator is perfectly cast magic—she understands the intimate power of voice in a way that makes every scene resonate.

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   Julia Whelan narrating her own story about an audiobook narrator is perfectly cast magic—she understands the intimate power of voice in a way that makes every scene resonate.

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10. 10

    

    You Loved Me Once

    by Corinne Michaels

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 4.31 ABR Score (27.4K ratings)

    ★ 4.05 Goodreads (12.1K) ★ 4.57 Audible (15.3K)

    8h 27m listening time • Released 2021

    Dr. Preston fights to maintain emotional distance in both medicine and love until colleague Westin Grant challenges everything she believes about herself. Julia Whelan captures the internal struggle between professional duty and personal desire.

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    Dr. Preston fights to maintain emotional distance in both medicine and love until colleague Westin Grant challenges everything she believes about herself. Julia Whelan captures the internal struggle between professional duty and personal desire.

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