Spinning Out by Lexi Ryan

Spinning Out

Football, fate, and a second chance at love

Written byLexi Ryan
Length10h51m
Release dateSeptember 15, 2016
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 (730 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorLexi Ryan
NarratorSummer Roberts, Tyler Donne
Runtime10h51m
PublishedSeptember 15, 2016
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (730 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Lexi Ryan’s *Spinning Out* isn’t just another sports romance—it’s a gritty, unflinching dive into redemption, where the game isn’t just a backdrop but a character itself. The story follows Jace, a once-promising football star whose reckless spiral cost him everything, including the woman who once anchored his life. Now, he’s back in his hometown, scraping together a shattered career and a fragile shot at rebuilding. But the past isn’t done with him, especially when a reckless night reignites old flames—and old demons. Ryan’s prose crackles with raw tension, balancing the adrenaline of game-day thrills with the quiet devastation of personal failure. This isn’t sanitized romance; it’s messy, emotional, and achingly real, where love feels like a gamble and recovery is the real MVP. What sets this audiobook apart is its dual narration. Summer Roberts and Tyler Donne deliver performances that feel like eavesdropping on a private confession. Roberts’ voice drips with the weary determination of Jace’s love interest, while Donne’s gruff, charismatic delivery sells the swagger of a man trying to outrun his mistakes. Their chemistry crackles, making even the most clichéd tropes feel fresh. The production is crisp, with seamless pacing that keeps the audiobook from dragging during slower emotional beats. If you crave romance that punches you in the feels while keeping you on the edge of your seat, this is your playbook.

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About the Narration

Narrated by Summer Roberts, Tyler Donne, this 10h51m audiobook has earned an average rating of 4.5 stars from 730 Audible listeners. The narration brings Lexi Ryan's writing to life, making it a compelling choice for audiobook listeners.

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Editor's Review

AudioBook Atlas Editorial Team

I went into *Spinning Out* expecting a light sports romance—what I got was a gut-punch of a story that lingered long after the final credits. The narration is a standout, with Summer Roberts and Tyler Donne trading off chapters like a well-rehearsed play. Roberts nails the exhausted vulnerability of her character, while Donne’s Jace is all brooding intensity, his voice a growl that betrays just how much he’s hanging by a thread. Their performances elevate the material, especially in the charged scenes where the past and present collide. That said, the book isn’t without flaws. The secondary characters sometimes feel like props, existing only to propel Jace’s arc, and the resolution wraps up a little too neatly for my taste. But the heart of this story—the way it grapples with addiction, regret, and whether love can truly rewrite a life—more than makes up for it. The audiobook’s production is top-notch, with no awkward pauses or muffled delivery, which is a relief given its marathon runtime. If you’re looking for a romance that hooks you with both its heart and its hustle, *Spinning Out* delivers.

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