Educated

Name: Educated
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (128812 reviews)
Author: Tara Westover

From Survivalist Homestead to Cambridge Elite

Written byTara Westover

Narrated byJulia Whelan

Length12h10m

Release dateFebruary 20, 2018

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Religious, Women

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.8 (128,812 ratings)

Listen Free on Audible

Free with Audible trial. Cancel anytime.

Available Worldwide

Listen Free

Listen Free

Listen to a Sample

Hear Julia Whelan's narration on Audible.

Play Sample on Audible

Quick Facts

Author	Tara Westover
Narrator	Julia Whelan
Runtime	12h10m
Published	February 20, 2018
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (128,812 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Religious, Women
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Tara Westover's 'Educated' is a gripping memoir that will leave you breathless. Narrated with raw emotion by Julia Whelan, it's a tale of resilience and self-discovery that's as captivating as a novel. Westover's unflinching honesty about her fundamentalist upbringing and struggle for education is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. What sets this audiobook apart is its unique blend of gritty reality and poetic prose, making it a standout memoir.

Tags: MemoirInspirationalComing-of-ageReligiousSelf-educationPowerful Narration

About the Narration

Narrated by Julia Whelan, this 12h10m audiobook has earned an average rating of 4.8 stars from 128,812 Audible listeners. The narration brings Tara Westover's writing to life, making it a compelling choice for audiobook listeners.

Start Listening Free

Editor's Review

AudioBook Atlas Editorial Team

Julia Whelan's narration is nothing short of exceptional. She masterfully captures Tara's voice, from her early innocence to her later intellectual growth. Whelan's ability to convey emotion is so powerful that you'll feel every punch of Tara's story. The pacing is perfect, neither rushing through the harrowing details nor dwelling too long on the happier moments. My only critique is that the religious aspects could have been explored more deeply. Overall, 'Educated' is a must-listen that will stay with you long after the final chapter.

This review was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team for accuracy and quality.

Featured in our guides: Best Biographies & Memoirs Audiobooks · Best All-Time Greats Audiobooks · Best Nonfiction Audiobooks

How to Listen

Educated by Tara Westover is available as an audiobook on Audible. You can start with a free trial — the audiobook is yours to keep even if you cancel. Julia Whelan's narration spans 12h10m.

Get Free on Audible

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.