Meant to Be by Dr. Rebecca Sharp

Meant to Be

Witty, Wandering Hearts on a Coastal Ride

Length3h46m
Release dateFebruary 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (1,244 ratings)

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AuthorDr. Rebecca Sharp
NarratorAlexander Cendese, Mia Madison
Runtime3h46m
PublishedFebruary 22, 2023
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (1,244 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Romantic Comedy
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Meant to Be isn’t your average meet-cute road trip romance—it’s a sharply observed, laugh-out-loud journey of two people who resist destiny with every mile. Georgia Lane, a planner with a color-coded life, trades spreadsheets for spontaneity on a trip up the Oregon coast, only to get waylaid by Noah Callahan, a free-spirited photographer who lives out of his van. What begins as reluctant proximity blurs into real connection, layered with emotional honesty and comic timing that never feels forced. Dr. Rebecca Sharp anchors the story in authentic female friendship and quiet self-discovery, elevating it beyond genre tropes. Alexander Cendese and Mia Madison deliver a masterclass in dual narration—Cendese brings grounded warmth to Noah’s effortless charm, while Madison gives Georgia a perfectly pitched blend of sarcasm and vulnerability. Their voices don’t just distinguish characters; they build intimacy, turning quiet moments into emotional highlights. The audiobook's crisp production and natural pacing make the coastal setting almost tactile—the crash of waves, the hum of a van engine, and the awkward, electric silence between two people falling in love when they least expect it.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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I went into Meant to Be expecting a light romantic comedy and was surprised by how emotionally invested I became. The dual narration is stellar—Mia Madison nails Georgia’s tightly wound anxiety with a sly wit that made me root for her instantly, while Alexander Cendese’s Noah is effortlessly cool without tipping into cliché. Their chemistry builds gradually, which makes the payoff feel earned, not rushed. The Oregon coast practically becomes a third character, thanks to immersive sound design and the narrators’ ability to evoke mood through tone alone. I particularly loved the scenes in the quirky roadside diners and fog-drenched campgrounds—small moments that added texture and heart. That said, the second act drags slightly when the inevitable misunderstanding hits—it’s handled with more nuance than most, but still leans on a familiar trope. And while the humor lands 90% of the time, a few jokes veer toward sitcom territory. Still, the narration elevates every scene, and Dr. Sharp’s background in psychology subtly informs the characters’ emotional arcs in refreshing ways. This isn’t just fluff—it’s a smart, soulful listen that knows when to make you laugh and when to make you feel.

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