Spring's Second Chance by J. Sterling

Spring's Second Chance

A cancelled wedding and a tropical escape turn into love

Written byJ. Sterling
Length3h47m
Release dateMay 1, 2023
LanguageEnglish
★★★☆ 3.8 (4 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorJ. Sterling
NarratorJennifer Aquino, Jack DuPont
Runtime3h47m
PublishedMay 1, 2023
Rating★★★☆ 3.8 / 5 (4 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

J. Sterling’s *Spring’s Second Chance* is the kind of romance that sneaks up on you—warm, funny, and just a little bit reckless. The premise alone is irresistible: after calling off her engagement, protagonist Mia impulsively decides to take the honeymoon she’s already booked to an all-inclusive resort in Mexico. What follows is less a predictable rebound fling and more a series of snap decisions that force Mia to confront whether her past choices were ever truly hers. The novel’s strength lies in its balance of humor and heartache; Sterling doesn’t shy away from the messiness of second-guessing a life plan, but she wraps it in enough charm to keep the story from feeling heavy. The setting—a sun-drenched, music-filled resort—becomes a character in its own right, pulsing with the kind of energy that makes you wish you’d packed your bags.

Narrated by the dynamic duo of Jennifer Aquino and Jack DuPont, this audiobook is a treat. Aquino’s performance as Mia is pitch-perfect, blending sarcasm with vulnerability as her character stumbles through mocktail-fueled epiphanies. DuPont’s smooth, teasing voice as the resort’s free-spirited activities director adds a layer of chemistry that makes the slow-burn romance feel organic. Their interplay elevates the material, turning what could have been a lightweight fling into something with actual emotional stakes.

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Editor's Review ★★★☆

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I went into *Spring’s Second Chance* expecting a breezy, forgettable summer romance, but J. Sterling delivered something sharper. Mia’s internal monologue is a highlight—her dry wit and relentless self-awareness keep the story from veering into melodrama, even when the plot hinges on a series of wildly impractical decisions. That said, the resolution felt a tad too tidy, as if the book was more interested in tying up loose ends than exploring the messy aftermath of a canceled wedding. Still, I was sold on the setting and the voice work, which made the audiobook a joy to listen to on my lunch breaks. Jennifer Aquino’s narration is the star here. She nails Mia’s transformation from jaded almost-bride to someone who’s finally listening to her own desires, her vocal cues shifting seamlessly between frustration, laughter, and quiet wonder. Jack DuPont’s performance as the resort’s resident flirt is equally compelling, his delivery laced with just enough mischief to sell the will-they-won’t-they tension. The production itself is crisp, with the Mexican locale coming alive through ambient sounds that never distract from the story. My only quibble? A few side characters, like Mia’s overbearing best friend, felt underdeveloped, leaving me wanting more depth from the supporting cast. Overall, though, this is a romance that earns its happy ending—and its second chance.

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