Do Me a Favor by Cathy Yardley

Do Me a Favor

Love, laughter, and late-in-life second chances

Written byCathy Yardley
Length9h00m
Release dateJuly 23, 2024
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.2 (7,488 ratings)

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AuthorCathy Yardley
NarratorElyse Dinh, Teddy Hamilton
Runtime9h00m
PublishedJuly 23, 2024
Rating★★★★ 4.2 / 5 (7,488 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Romantic Comedy
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Cathy Yardley’s *Do Me a Favor* is the kind of rom-com that sneaks up on you—warm, witty, and unexpectedly heartfelt. At 48, widowed cookbook author Marissa Dawson is stuck in a rut, her life as regimented as one of her recipes. Enter Levi Reyes, a divorced handyman with a crooked grin and a knack for fixing more than just leaky faucets. Their meet-cute? A kitchen renovation gone hilariously wrong. What unfolds is a story about rediscovering joy when it’s least expected, blending sharp banter with genuine emotional stakes. Yardley’s writing crackles with chemistry, balancing humor and tenderness without tipping into schmaltz. This isn’t your standard meet-and-fall-in-love trope; it’s a celebration of starting over, messy and glorious. The audiobook’s dual narration by Elyse Dinh and Teddy Hamilton elevates the experience. Dinh brings Marissa’s sharp, no-nonsense energy to life with precision, while Hamilton’s velvety voice lends Levi a rugged charm that’s impossible to resist. Their chemistry is palpable, making even the most far-fetched scenarios feel grounded. The production is crisp and immersive, with subtle sound effects that enhance key moments without overpowering the story. If you crave a romance that’s equal parts laugh-out-loud and swoon-worthy, this is your next listen.

Tags: late-in-life romancegrumpy x sunshine romancecontemporary romantic comedysecond-chance love storyaudiobook with dual narrationcookbook author romance

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  • Expert narration by Elyse Dinh, Teddy Hamilton brings every character and scene to life across 9h00m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

AudioBook Atlas

As a longtime fan of rom-coms, I was prepared to roll my eyes at yet another “grumpy x sunshine” trope—until I met Levi Reyes. Teddy Hamilton’s narration sells his character immediately; his gruff yet tender delivery makes you root for him even when he’s being stubborn. Elyse Dinh, meanwhile, nails Marissa’s journey from guarded widow to someone willing to risk heartbreak again. Their back-and-forth feels like eavesdropping on a real couple, complete with snappy comebacks and lingering pauses that ooze flirtation. That said, the plot occasionally leans too heavily on convenience—particularly the way conflicts resolve with minimal effort. And while the humor lands most of the time, a few jokes about Marissa’s “aging” felt like overcompensating for the age-gap dynamic. But these are minor quibbles. The audiobook’s pacing is impeccable; even the slower emotional beats have a rhythm that keeps the story buoyant. By the final chapter, I was grinning like an idiot, which is exactly what a rom-com should do. If you’ve ever wished for a second act in life—or love—this one’s for you.

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