Quit Your Pitchin' by Lani Lynn Vale

Quit Your Pitchin'

Baseball, Bad Luck, and a Love Story That Swings for the Fences

Written byLani Lynn Vale
Length5h03m
Release dateJune 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.4 (228 ratings)

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AuthorLani Lynn Vale
NarratorMason Lloyd, Kendall Taylor
Runtime5h03m
PublishedJune 12, 2019
Rating★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (228 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Romantic Comedy, Romantic Suspense, Sports
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Lani Lynn Vale’s *Quit Your Pitchin’* isn’t just another sports romance—it’s a fastball of wit, misfortune, and the kind of chemistry that crackles like a stadium hot dog grill. When a rogue foul ball knocks center fielder George Hoffman off his feet (literally), he doesn’t just meet Wrigley Field—the woman, not the ballpark—he tumbles into a love story as chaotic as a seventh-inning stretch. The audiobook thrives on its dual narration: Mason Lloyd’s gruff, self-deprecating George plays perfectly against Kendall Taylor’s sharp, no-nonsense Wrigley, their back-and-forth delivering the romantic comedy beats with the timing of a well-oiled double-play combo.

What sets this apart is the balance of slapstick humor and genuine stakes. The baseball setting isn’t just window dressing; it’s woven into the conflict, from George’s superstitious rituals to Wrigley’s stubborn refusal to be charmed by his ‘famous athlete’ schtick. The suspense element—a lurking threat from George’s past—adds a layer of tension that keeps the story from floating into pure fluff. At just over five hours, it’s a tight, punchy listen, ideal for fans who want their romance with a side of sarcasm and a dash of danger.

Tags: sports romance with humorenemies-to-lovers audiobookdual narration romantic comedybaseball romance with suspensefast-paced witty banterlighthearted romantic suspense

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I’ll admit, I groaned at the ‘foul ball meets love at first sight’ premise—until Mason Lloyd’s George Hoffman started narrating his own humiliation with such earnest charm that I was hooked. His performance sells the character: a pro athlete who’s equal parts cocky and clueless, his voice roughening with vulnerability when he’s around Wrigley. Kendall Taylor, meanwhile, nails Wrigley’s exasperation, her delivery dry enough to cut through George’s nonsense but warm enough to make their banter irresistible. The chemistry between them is the audiobook’s MVP. That said, the romantic suspense thread feels *just* underdeveloped. The threat to George is introduced late and resolved quickly, which might frustrate listeners craving deeper tension. And while the baseball details are fun (George’s pre-game rituals are a riot), the sport’s lingo sometimes overwhelms the dialogue—non-fans may need a moment to adjust. Still, the pacing is brisk, the humor lands, and the narration makes even the sappier moments feel fresh. If you love enemies-to-lovers with a side of athletic absurdity, this is a home run. Just don’t expect a slow burn—it’s more like a line drive straight to the heart.

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