The Bounce Back, Addie Woolridge
The Bounce Back, Addie Woolridge
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The Bounce Back

Author: Addie Woolridge

Narrator: Adenrele Ojo

Unabridged: 11 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/26/2021

Synopsis

In this delightfully fiery rom-com from The Checklist author Addie Woolridge, even the worst situations have a silver lining.Aspiring artist Neale Delacroix should be on top of the world. She’s landed a spot in an exclusive art program that’s sure to be her ticket to success, but then her best shot at stardom goes up in flames—literally. When her relationship follows suit, Neale finds herself a stone’s throw from rock bottom.Her heart broken and her dream deferred, Neale decides to work a soul-crushing nine-to-five job until the heat dies down. However, that’s not exactly what happens when she meets Anthony, a sizzling coworker with a perfect smile.Convinced that she breaks everything she touches, Neale’s sworn off art and men. Yet her creative spirit still beckons, and she can’t get Anthony out of her head. She’s caught in that familiar space between daydreams and responsibilities, desperate to find a new way forward. With her future hanging in the balance, Neale must decide if she is down and out…or ready to bounce back.

About Addie Woolridge

Born and raised outside Seattle, Washington, Addie Woolridge is a classically trained opera singer with a degree in music from the University of Southern California. She also holds a master’s degree in public administration from Indiana University. Her well-developed characters are a result of her love for diverse people, cultures, and experiences.Woolridge currently lives in Northern California. When she isn’t writing or singing, she can be found baking, training for her sixth race in the Seven Continents Marathon Challenge, or taking advantage of the region’s signature beverage: wine.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Lisa

Thanks Netgalley for a arc copy of this book for a honest review..  I was disappointed I thought I thought i was going to read a rom com that's what it was marked as and it was not   The Bounce Back is a women's fiction. The story was just okay I'm giving it 3 stars 🌟🌟🌟 Happy Reading 📚 Lisa ......more

Goodreads review by Debby *BabyDee*

Audiobook Review: "The Bounce Back" by Addie Woolridge, new author to this reader/listener is the story of Neale, the daughter and sister of famous artists and an inspiring artist herself and attractive co-worker Anthony. I wouldn't call it much of a rom-com as it was more along the lines of women's......more

Goodreads review by Patti

The Bounce Back was a delightful read. My favorite parts were the family dynamics between the sisters, the consideration of "failure" and the opportunities it provides for growth, and - of course - the potential boyfriend. Addie Woolridge created a boyfriend worthy of her protagonist's interest and......more

Goodreads review by Kit

I loved this book. It was a sweet story about learning to take responsibility for you decisions and finding the inner strength and determination to move forward. It was funny, charming and a lot of lessons were learned. I particularly enjoyed the diverse cast of characters, her love interest and the......more

Quotes

“Narrator Adenrele Ojo's vivacious narration will have listeners quickly invested in Neale Delacroix's chaotic attempt to reinvent herself. Ojo's energetic voice perfectly reflects Neale's bright-eyed enthusiasm as she leaves her disastrous career as a performance artist and picks up a desk job…. Ojo's multifaceted performance also features several other character voices, including those of Neale's supportive sisters, who are given voices tailored to fit their distinct personalities…. An engrossing listen for those wanting a lighthearted romp.” —AudioFile Magazine“Woolridge’s introspective narrative tackles the limiting behaviors that stem from comparison and failure. Focusing first on the growth of the characters, Woolridge makes every connection feel genuine and the romance well-deserved for both Neale and the audience.” —Publishers Weekly“Woolridge’s romance has a diverse cast of characters, some laugh-out-loud moments, and a nice change of pace with its art world setting.” —Library Journal

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