The Best Romance Audiobooks of 2024

The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord, narrated by Natalie Naudus

Natalie Naudus narrates this delightful romantic comedy with confidence. Naudus navigates the emotional and comedic narrative with impeccable timing, skillfully capturing the essence of each character without disrupting the seamless pacing. Her ability to convey the perfect tones through her intonation enhances the charm of the story
(9.25 hrs)

Just for the Summer by by Abby Jimenez, narrated by Christine Lakin and Zachary Webber

Fans of the author will welcome back familiar narrators Christine Lakin and Zachary Webber in this stand-alone rom-com. Every woman Justin dates finds her soulmate immediately after they break up. Emma is similarly cursed. The two decide to “fake date” in the hope that their curses will cancel each other out.
(11.75 hrs)

Avenging Angel by Kristen Ashley, narrated by Stella Bloom

Narrator Stella Bloom faithfully re-creates the joy, peril, and humor in Kristen Ashley’s series opener. Raye investigates potential crimes in Phoenix, and Bloom deftly balances Raye’s sense of humor with the dark events that push her to fight injustice. Ashley’s story has several emotional peaks, and Bloom hits them all with sensitivity and solid pacing.
(11.25 hours)

Love at First Book by Jenn McKinlay, narrated by Brittany Pressley

Brittany Pressley’s narration is exceptional in this heartwarming Irish story. Pressley’s Irish accent is outstanding; she smoothly transitions between accents and male and female voices, along with giving each character a distinct timbre and cadence that matches their personality. Pressley also intensifies and softens her tone with perfect timing.
(9.75 hrs)

The Ornithologist’s Field Guide to Love by India Holton, narrated by Elizabeth Knowelden

Elizabeth Knowelden will capture listeners’ hearts with her charming performance. Rival ornithologists are on the hunt for the death whistler bird, one of the rare jewels in birding. Knowelden’s performance is so charismatic and detailed that listeners will laugh at every scoff and playful jab. With its winning romantic payoff, this performance is a crown jewel.
(10.25 hrs)

The Pairing by Casey McQuiston, narrated by Emma Galvin and Max Meyers

This tour de force of accents and vocal work is a testament to narrators Emma Galvin and Max Meyers’s skills. Any scene can require a half dozen international accents belonging to characters with varying moods and personalities. A true feast of vocal work and culinary descriptions!
(14.25 hrs)