Fractured Hearts by L. M. Dalgleish

Fractured Hearts

Love finds her on the road again

Written byL. M. Dalgleish
Length8h55m
Release dateDecember 6, 2022
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 (4 ratings)

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AuthorL. M. Dalgleish
NarratorGary Furlong, Monica King
Runtime8h55m
PublishedDecember 6, 2022
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (4 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Lexie Daniels is a woman who’s built a fortress around her heart—three years after losing her first love, she’s still dodging the idea of moving on. Until a fateful job offer lands in her lap: official tour photographer for Fractured, the indie band that first brought her and her late boyfriend together. Lexie’s not just hired to capture their tour; she’s forced to confront the past she’s tried to outrun. What follows is a raw, emotionally charged journey through grief, second chances, and the messy business of healing, all while navigating the electric chaos of life on the road. L. M. Dalgleish crafts a romance that’s equal parts tender and unflinching, with a heroine who’s far more than her grief—she’s resilient, flawed, and unexpectedly funny.

The audiobook shines thanks to the dual narration by Gary Furlong and Monica King, who bring distinct energy to the story. Furlong’s deep, gravelly voice grounds Lexie’s introspective moments, while King’s crisp, expressive tone crackles through the band’s high-energy scenes. Their chemistry—especially during dialogue-heavy tour sequences—makes the audiobook feel like a live concert you’re not just listening to, but experiencing. The production balances the intimacy of Lexie’s internal monologues with the pulse-pounding energy of the road, making this a standout listen for anyone who’s ever loved—or lost—a kind of music.

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  • Expert narration by Gary Furlong, Monica King brings every character and scene to life across 8h55m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I’ll admit, I was skeptical when Fractured Hearts started with Lexie Daniels scrolling through a dead man’s old messages, but Dalgleish quickly won me over. The way she handles grief isn’t some tidy, cinematic farewell—it’s messy, contradictory, and achingly real. Lexie’s snarky inner voice and her refusal to romanticize her pain made her feel like a friend, not just a heroine. The band’s tour backdrop adds a layer of vitality that contrasts beautifully with Lexie’s emotional withdrawal, and the way Dalgleish weaves in small details—like the way Lexie’s camera becomes both a shield and a lifeline—added so much depth. Now, the narrators: Furlong and King are a dream team. Furlong’s performance is understated but magnetic, especially when Lexie’s walls are crumbling. He makes her vulnerability feel earned, not performative. King, on the other hand, steals scenes with her dynamic delivery, particularly when the band’s frontwoman, Jessa, delivers a scathing but hilarious takedown of a critic. My one quibble? The audiobook’s pacing drags slightly in the middle act, when the tour road trips start to blend together. A tighter edit might’ve kept the momentum sharper. But that’s a minor nitpick for a listen that otherwise crackled with authenticity and heart. If you’ve ever wished a breakup soundtrack could heal you—or at least distract you—this one’s for you.

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