The Dating Experiment by Emma Hart

The Dating Experiment

Forbidden crushes collide with chaotic chemistry

Written byEmma Hart
Length6h17m
Release dateDecember 18, 2018
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.0 (3 ratings)

Free with Audible trial. Cancel anytime.

Listen to a Sample

Hear Loretta Rawlins, Aiden Snow's narration on Audible.

Play Sample on Audible

Quick Facts

AuthorEmma Hart
NarratorLoretta Rawlins, Aiden Snow
Runtime6h17m
PublishedDecember 18, 2018
Rating★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (3 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Romantic Comedy
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Emma Hart’s *The Dating Experiment* isn’t just another friends-to-lovers rom-com—it’s a masterclass in turning emotional landmines into laugh-out-loud gold. The premise is deceptively simple: two lifelong friends (one of whom has been pining for the other since childhood) launch a dating website together, because *of course* that won’t backfire. What elevates this beyond tropey fluff is Hart’s razor-sharp dialogue and the way she weaponizes awkwardness—every cringe-worthy moment, every botched date, every loaded glance feels painfully, hilariously real.

The dual narration by Loretta Rawlins and Aiden Snow is a standout, with Rawlins delivering the heroine’s exasperated wit like a seasoned stand-up comic, while Snow’s performance as the clueless-but-charming love interest walks the perfect line between smug and swoony. The audiobook’s pacing mirrors the story’s chaotic energy, with rapid-fire banter that makes it feel like you’re eavesdropping on a real conversation—messy, interruptive, and impossible to pause. If you love romance that balances heart and humor without sacrificing either, this is your next binge-listen.

Tags: friends-to-lovers audiobook with biteromantic comedy with chaotic energydual narration chemistryforbidden crush workplace romancesarcastic heroine slow-burnbinge-worthy contemporary romance

Why Listen to The Dating Experiment?

  • Expert narration by Loretta Rawlins, Aiden Snow brings every character and scene to life across 6h17m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.0 stars by 3 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’ll admit, I rolled my eyes at the ‘best friend’s brother’ setup—until about five minutes in, when Emma Hart’s writing hooked me like a fish. *The Dating Experiment* isn’t just funny; it’s *clever*-funny, the kind of book where the jokes land because the characters feel like people you’d actually want to grab drinks with (or at least stalk on social media). The audiobook’s real MVP? Loretta Rawlins, whose delivery of the heroine’s internal monologues had me snort-laughing in public. She nails the balance between sarcasm and vulnerability, making even the most over-the-top scenarios (like a disastrous speed-dating event) feel grounded. Aiden Snow, as the oblivious-but-endearing love interest, grows on you—though his initial ‘himbo’ act occasionally veers *too* close to caricature before the character depth kicks in. The production is polished, with seamless transitions between narrators and no jarring audio quirks, but the pacing in the first act drags slightly as the setup takes its time. Once the dating site shenanigans begin, though, the story hits its stride, blending romantic tension with genuine stakes (because yes, ruining your best friend’s trust *is* a big deal). My only real critique? The conflict resolution wraps up a tad neatly—Hart’s strength is the mess, not the cleanup. Still, for fans of enemies-to-lovers energy with a side of chaotic family dynamics, this is a home run. Just maybe don’t listen in a quiet library.

Download: The Dating Experiment

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.

The Dating Experiment by Emma Hart is an immersive listening experience. Performed by Loretta Rawlins, Aiden Snow with a runtime of 6h17m, 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.