Family Life Audiobooks | Fiction & Literature

Let's go Himalaya!: Wo bitte geht's nach Shangri-La?

Katja will für ein paar Wochen raus aus ihrem Alltag als Ärztin. Gemeinsam mit ihrer elfjährigen Tochter Julia startet sie zu einer Tibetreise in den Himalaya. Das höchste Gebirge unseres Planeten gilt nicht umsonst als Dach der Welt: Es berührt mit seinen atemberaubenden Gipfeln nicht nur den Himmel, sondern auch die Seelen derer, die dieses Erlebnis wagen. Gleich nach der Ankunft in Tibets Hauptstadt Lhasa landen die beiden unsanft in der Realität und die Träume der Reisenden platzen wie Seifenblasen. Beide halten an ihren Zielen fest: Julia will einen Stein aus Omas Garten ins Basislager am Mount Everest bringen, Katja ist auf der Suche nach einem kraftspendenden Sehnsuchtsort, ihrem Shangri-La. Ob in Tibet der Zauber des sagenumwobenen Shangri-La als paradiesischer Ort spürbar ist? Let´s go Himalaya - Wo bitte geht´s nach Shangri-La ist eine ganz besondere Mutter-Tochter-Geschichte über Mut und Liebe, über Kulturkämpfe und Glücksmomente und über Loslassen und Ankommen vor der beeindruckenden Gebirgskulisse des Himalaya.

Katja Linke (Author), Christiana Sarsah (Narrator)

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Aisa Satyavrat Ne Nahin Chaha Tha

Rajkumar Gautam (Author), Siddharth Awasthi (Narrator)

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Meet Me Under the Mistletoe

Don't miss the Christmas wedding of the year, in Meet Me Under the Mistletoe, by the bestselling author of The Twelve Dates of Christmas, Jenny Bayliss. 'Jenny Bayliss is the queen of uplifting, funny, smart romantic comedies.' - Freya Sampson, author of The Last Library A winter wedding of school friends should be the highlight of Nory Noel's festive calendar. But that group has long since drifted apart, and Nory is dreading the lavish, week-long affair. Still, she supposes, being the only single person means she gets a king-size bed in the idyllic castle venue all to herself. As the champagne flows, the years roll back and soon the air is alive with old sparks and old tensions. Desperate for a moment of peace, Nory escapes and crashes into Isaac, the castle's gardener - and her former school rival. Nory and Isaac have more in common these days than they could ever have imagined. But as she steals more time away to spend with him, Isaac reveals an astonishing secret about his past. Nory is in a unique position to help right this wrong - but uncovering the truth might mean pushing Isaac away once more . . . Praise for Jenny Bayliss: 'If you need help getting into the festive spirit, this is the book for you.' - Good Housekeeping 'Full of quirky characters, this book will restore anyone's faith that it's never too late for a second chance at love or, indeed, life.' - Sophie Cousens, bestselling author of This Time Next Year 'Sparkly and romantic' - My Weekly

Jenny Bayliss (Author), Heather Long (Narrator)

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Four Seasons: One Family's Transformation Through Tragedy and Triumph

Are you prepared for the inevitable? At some point in your life, you will contemplate the end and question what it is like to depart from the only thing you’ve known. Hesitation and uncertainty might consume you to the core, or a sensation of comfort and contentment will set you free. In Four Seasons, Chris Widener shares the relatable journey of Jonathan Blake and his family through a year in their life, confronted with unavoidable tragedy. After he is diagnosed with cancer, Jonathan reflects on the growth of his children, watching them take life into their own hands and create light in the darkest of times. The Blakes encounter the grandest of joys through the celebrations marking the passing of special events, as well as the withering burden of the painful paths we are all expected to travel at different times. With life coming to a halt, he cherishes every waking moment and doesn’t allow fate to slow him down or hold him back from making change. Honest and heartfelt, delicate and intense, Four Seasons is both a beautiful celebration and a shocking aftermath. The four seasons of life are guaranteed; they will come eventually to everyone. This is the story of how the four seasons came to one family and how they lived through them with courage, strength, and purpose. Jonathan’s journey reminds us that there is a balance in life—celebrating the joys it brings and the sorrows of death. Now it’s up to you… will you take your turn putting yourself in someone else’s shoes, visualizing life through the perspective of another? Are you ready to see a glimpse of reality?

Chris Widener (Author), Larry Williams (Narrator)

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Endless Summer: Stories

In this dazzling collection, Elin Hilderbrand offers nine delicious stories-prequels, sequels, and "missing chapters" from her cherished books-some of which have never been published, until now. Inside the collection, you'll find: • Three years after Mallory Blessing's death (in 28 Summers), her friends gather for another eventful Labor Day celebration on Nantucket in "The Sixth Wedding." • The marriage at the heart of Beautiful Day enters uncertain territory when Margot Carmichael encourages her husband to reunite with his ex-girlfriend in "The Surfing Lesson." • In "The Tailgate" the weekend of a Harvard/Yale football game recharts the course of "Matchmaker" Dabney Kimball's first-and abiding-true love. • In "Summer of '79," the three Levin sisters reunite after a decade after the summer that changed everything. • And more . . . With a foreword by Elin Hilderbrand about the writer's reluctance to leave treasured characters behind and a prefatory, "behind-the-scenes" note included with each story, this book answers the prayers of both new and seasoned readers everywhere who, like the Kirkus reviewer, "would rather be living in an Elin Hilderbrand novel."

Elin Hilderbrand (Author), Erin Bennett (Narrator)

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From Now On

'This book has it all – joyous, heartbreaking, uplifting with a perfect ending – an utterly gorgeous escapist read!' Faith Hogan, bestselling author of The Ladies’ Midnight Swimming Club ‘Beautiful, emotional and full of heart’ Alex Brown, bestselling author of A Postcard from Italy ‘From Now On is a gorgeous, emotional story about love and second chances . . . Amelia's writing has real heart, so you get completely swept along in the story of this unconventional family . . . Heart-breaking and uplifting all at the same time’ Clare Swatman, bestselling author of Before We Grow Old ––- A heartbreaking tragedy. Charlie left his hometown behind years ago and hasn’t looked back since. These days, with a successful career and a beautiful soon-to-be fiancée, he couldn’t be happier. But when he receives some unexpected news, his life is forever changed. A life-changing choice. Suddenly things are falling apart, and now Charlie has to care for his family. How is he supposed to look after a heartbroken little brother and a sullen teenage sister who want nothing to do with him? He’s completely at a loss and knows he can’t do it alone – not without the help of his oldest friend, Pippa. The chance to start afresh. As Charlie steps back into his old life, he soon realises it’s not only his family who needs fixing, there’s also his relationship with Pippa too. But returning home is a painful reminder of all that he lost and tried so hard to forget. And if Charlie is to fight for what he wants, first he must face up to his own past and decide whether he is ready to let go… From Amelia Henley, comes a brand-new emotional and uplifting novel about family, love and the hard choices we face to protect the ones we love the most. ––- ‘Bittersweet, tender and uplifting. A wonderful exploration of love in all its forms and what family really means’ Nicola Gill, The Neighbours ‘Heartbreaking and uplifting. Love just pours from these pages’ Fay Keenan, New Beginnings at Roseford Hall ‘From Now On is a heartbreaking read with a sublime ending!’ Lisa Timoney, Her Daughter’s Secret

Amelia Henley (Author), Rebecca Lee, Tom Lawrence (Narrator)

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Home to Stay

'Gina Petrillo thought she was on the run from her troubles...but they followed her home to Winding River, Wyoming. City-slicker lawyer Rafe O’Donnell is in hot pursuit of Gina, and he doesn’t intend to let his suspect out of his sight, even though Gina’s mouthwatering kisses are irresistible. And while Rafe is out to catch a thief—she just might steal his heart! This book was originally published as To Catch a Thief.'

Sherryl Woods (Author), Traci Odom (Narrator)

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A Christmas House Wedding

'Ruby Harris, the longtime owner of the historic B&B, The Christmas House, is tying the knot—on Christmas Eve! Olivia Harris is thrilled for her grandmother and can’t wait to help plan the event. Newly divorced, with an adorable baby girl, Olivia has spent the last year starting a new life in Silver Springs. First on her list is to renovate the old warehouse she’s purchased and launch her dance studio. The second is to find a date for the wedding. And third is to not fall for that date because she’s sworn off relationships forever. When Olivia meets Scott, a talented contractor, she hires him for the renovation. She also tries to ignore the sparks that fly between them. Then, an unexpected Christmas guest arrives: Olivia’s ex, Will, who’s come to rekindle their relationship. Now, Olivia must decide if she has it in her heart to forgive Will, or if she should pursue an exciting new relationship with Scott. Packed with Christmas cheer, this “heartwarming holiday romance” (Jenny Hale, on The Christmas House) will have you believing in the magic of the season.'

Victoria James (Author), Jesse Vilinsky (Narrator)

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Under a Sunburnt Sky

Nacha is living a normal life in Old Town, Warsaw, when the Nazis invade Poland. After months of heavy shelling, her family believes things can't possibly get any worse. Then the city falls, and she and her family find themselves faced with a level of antisemitism they've never experienced before. They're locked into a ghetto, and she fears they'll never see freedom again. When the Nazis begin rounding up Jews, Janek, a Polish Catholic teenager, doesn’t let the warnings of executions for those caught helping Jewish people stop him. With his neighbors now living in the ghetto, he resolves to take them food and supplies. It isn’t long before he finds love in the dark shadows of the ghetto walls, and his own commitment to save his neighbors grows.

Lilly Mirren (Author), Steven Jay Cohen (Narrator)

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Andere Sterne: Eine Weihnachtsgeschichte

Ronja, ihre große Schwester Melissa und ihr Vater leben in Tøyen, einem Arbeiterviertel in Oslo. Sie haben nicht viel, aber sie haben einander. Nun steht Weihnachten vor der Tür – und Ronja wünscht sich endlich einen eigenen Tannenbaum. Nur hat ihr Vater, der viel zu oft viel zu viel trinkt, leider gerade mal wieder seinen Job verloren. Ronja besorgt ihm mit Hilfe eines Freundes, dem Hausmeister, eine neue Anstellung auf dem Weihnachtsbaummarkt. Für ein paar Tage scheint sich alles zum Guten zu wenden: Ihr Vater bleibt nüchtern, es gibt anständiges Essen und vielleicht sogar Weihnachtsgeschenke. Doch als er wieder zu trinken beginnt, ist seine Arbeit – und damit das Einkommen der Familie – erneut in Gefahr. Melissa sieht keinen anderen Ausweg, als auf dem Weihnachtsbaummarkt einzuspringen. Ronja unterstützt ihre große Schwester nach Kräften. Die Arbeit ist hart, der Chef streng und das Wetter eisig. Aber da sind auch drei weise Männer, ein Stern und ein magischer Wald … Ingvild H. Rishøi hat ein eigenwilliges, anrührendes und doch kitschfreies Weihnachtsbuch geschrieben, das durch die Stimme der jungen Ronja besticht: ein Märchen für unsere Zeit.

Ingvild Rishoi (Author), Ines Deinert (Narrator)

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Crossing the Line

A hot new stand-alone in the series that's been called a total, utter must read. (Book Fanatic) Recovering from a pulled groin muscle isn’t exactly how I planned to spend my much-needed summer vacation. But being nursed back to health by my gorgeous friend, Bailey, who’s just graduated from medical school, doesn’t exactly sound like a hardship. We spend a week together at my family’s beach house, a week of swimming and barbecues, a week of entertaining my little cousins and sleeping right across the hall from each other. A week of watching Bailey grow closer with my mom and sisters, and my wacky but lovable grandma. A week of enjoying Bailey tending to me - which is saying something, because it involves a lot of shoving ice packs into my underwear and taping up sore muscles. She’s funny and kind, and after just being myself for the first time in a long time, I find my walls come tumbling down. But when Bailey says she’s not looking for a relationship, I’m bound and determined to be more than just the fun hookup who sprained his groin a second time - this time with her. Your favorite hot jocks are back with an all-new stand-alone novel. If you like sexy, confident men who know how to handle a stick (on and off the ice), and smart women who are strong enough to keep all those big egos in check, this series is for you! (Books can be enjoyed in any order.)

Kendall Ryan (Author), Joe Arden, Savannah Peachwood (Narrator)

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One Last Chance

Karen Hanson’s oldest friends, the Calamity Janes, urge her to sell her struggling ranch and pursue her lifelong dreams of travel. But the only bidder for her land is brooding, enigmatic Grady Blackhawk—her late husband’s worst enemy. How can she sell the land to him? Then Grady sets out to prove that he isn’t the scoundrel Karen thinks him. Spending time with him might cost Karen a lot more than her ranch because Mr. Blackhawk is becoming less interested in claiming her land...and more intent on claiming her heart. This book was originally published as Courting the Enemy.

Sherryl Woods (Author), Traci Odom (Narrator)

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