Audiobooks Like Expiration Dates

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Julia Whelan narrates Expiration Dates with a warm, intelligent transparency that suits Serle's contemporary magical-realism register — she plays the fear of choosing as something physical, something audible in slight hesitations, and at seven hours the listen is focused and emotionally precise. All 10 recommendations share Whelan's narration, making this an unusually cohesive narrator-driven batch that rewards listeners who want to stay in her voice across a variety of romance and women's fiction.

10 audiobooks for fans of Expiration Dates

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    Once and Again

    by Rebecca Serle

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 3.71 ABR Score (3.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.68 Goodreads (3.2K) ★ 4 Audible (12)
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    Three generations of women who can each reverse time once — Julia Whelan's nuanced performance captures the weight of choosing when to use such power.

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    In Five Years

    by Rebecca Serle

    Narrated by Megan Hilty

    ★ 4.03 ABR Score (672.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.78 Goodreads (660.2K) ★ 4.33 Audible (12.2K)
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    Megan Hilty's emotionally precise narration transforms what could be a gimmicky premise into a genuine exploration of choice and fate.

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  3. 3
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    Just for the Summer

    Part of Your World • Book 3

    by Abby Jimenez

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Zachary Webber

    ★ 4.79 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.8 Audible (16.8K)
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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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  4. 4
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    You Loved Me Once

    by Corinne Michaels

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 4.30 ABR Score (27.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.05 Goodreads (12.1K) ★ 4.57 Audible (15.3K)
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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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  5. 5
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    Kismet

    Happy Endings • Book 3

    by Lauren Blakely

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Shane East

    ★ 3.85 ABR Score (13.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.59 Goodreads (6.2K) ★ 4.36 Audible (7.6K)
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    Julia Whelan and Shane East bring razor-sharp chemistry to this enemies-to-lovers romance, making the banter crackle and the tension absolutely electric across every scene together.

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    Funny Story

    by Emily Henry

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 4.57 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)
    ★ 4.19 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 4.64 Audible (18.7K)
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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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    Beyond the Veil

    The Grey Wolves • Book 5

    by Quinn Loftis

    Narrated by Abby Craden

    ★ 4.45 ABR Score (14.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (14.3K) ★ 4.73 Audible (545)
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    With the Serbian pack defeated, the Romanian wolves face Desdemona, a witch of terrifying power who's retreated to a realm of absolute darkness. Paranormal romance escalates into supernatural warfare with genuine consequences.

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    Thank You for Listening

    Thank You for Listening

    by Julia Whelan

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 4.42 ABR Score (106.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.99 Goodreads (100.9K) ★ 4.71 Audible (6.0K)
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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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    Great Big Beautiful Life

    by Emily Henry

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    ★ 4.35 ABR Score (763.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.96 Goodreads (748.2K) ★ 4.55 Audible (15.2K)
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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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    The Fall Risk

    Valentine's Day • Book 2

    by Abby Jimenez

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Connor Crais

    ★ 4.34 ABR Score (199.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.06 Goodreads (195.2K) ★ 4.59 Audible (4.4K)
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    Julia Whelan and Connor Crais transform this snappy neighbors-trapped story into pure chemistry—their banter crackles so well you'll forget it's only 1 hour 48 minutes.

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