Say It Ain’t So by La Jill Hunt

Say It Ain’t So

Scandal, seduction, and sin in the city

Written byLa Jill Hunt
Narrated byCherise Boothe
Length7h38m
Release dateMarch 9, 2010
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 (6 ratings)

Free with Audible trial. Cancel anytime.

Listen to a Sample

Hear Cherise Boothe's narration on Audible.

Play Sample on Audible

Quick Facts

AuthorLa Jill Hunt
NarratorCherise Boothe
Runtime7h38m
PublishedMarch 9, 2010
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (6 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Urban, African American, Romance
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

La Jill Hunt drops readers into the gritty, glossy underbelly of Atlanta’s entertainment scene with *Say It Ain’t So*, a novel that crackles with the tension of a tabloid headline and the soul of a juicy confession. This isn’t your aunt’s romance—it’s a razor-sharp urban saga where a car crash ignites a media firestorm, dragging together Paisley Lawrence, a high-profile video vixen with a reputation for drama, and Warren Cobb, a gospel singer whose public saintliness masks a storm of secrets. Hunt’s prose is electric, blending streetwise swagger with moments of raw vulnerability that feel ripped from real life. The dialogue sings, the stakes feel personal, and the city itself becomes a character—sleek, suffocating, and impossible to escape. If you crave fiction that’s as addictive as a viral tweet, Hunt delivers.

The audiobook experience elevates this already gripping story. Cherise Boothe’s narration is a masterclass in tonal control, shifting effortlessly between Paisley’s biting one-liners and Warren’s soulful, conflicted monologues. Her voice drips with the kind of Southern cadence that makes gossip feel like gospel, and she imbues even the most explosive scenes with a pulse-pounding immediacy. The pacing is relentless, with Hunt’s knack for cliffhangers ensuring you’ll hit pause only when absolutely necessary.

Tags: urban fiction audiobookcelebrity romance dramaCherise Boothe narrationAtlanta entertainment industry fictionLa Jill Hunt gritty romance

Why Listen to Say It Ain’t So?

  • Expert narration by Cherise Boothe brings every character and scene to life across 7h38m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.5 stars by 6 listeners.
  • Free with your Audible trial — keep the audiobook forever even if you cancel.
  • Perfect for commutes, workouts, and relaxation. Listen anywhere, anytime.
Start Listening Free
AE

Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

I’ve reviewed my fair share of urban fiction, but *Say It Ain’t So* stands out for the way it balances spectacle with substance. Cherise Boothe’s performance is the icing on the cake—she doesn’t just read the lines; she *performs* them, turning Paisley’s razor-sharp comebacks into arias of attitude and Warren’s quiet moments into gut-punches of regret. The chemistry between the leads feels earned, not manufactured, and Hunt’s knack for seeding drama in the smallest interactions (a sideways glance at a press conference, a hushed phone call in a dimly lit studio) keeps the tension taut throughout. That said, the ending left me wanting more. The resolution felt a touch too tidy, as if Hunt wrapped things up with a bow to satisfy commercial expectations rather than letting the story breathe. And while Boothe’s narration is stellar, her take on secondary characters occasionally flattens their personalities—some side voices lack the distinct texture needed to stick in your memory. Still, these are minor quibbles in an otherwise stellar package. If you love fiction that crackles with the energy of a breaking scandal and the depth of a well-kept secret, this audiobook is your next obsession.

Download: Say It Ain’t So

Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Say It Ain’t So by La Jill Hunt is an immersive listening experience. Performed by Cherise Boothe with a runtime of 7h38m, you can start with a free trial that you can cancel at any time. The audiobook remains yours forever, even if you end the trial.