Once in a Lifetime

By: Jill Shalvis

Narrated by: Annie Greene

After a wrenching loss, Ben McDaniel tried to escape his grief by working in dangerous, war-torn places like Africa and the Middle East. Now he's back in his hometown and face-to-face with Aubrey Wellington, the hot-as-hell woman who is trouble with a capital T. Family and friends insist she's not the one to ease his pain, but Aubrey sparks an intense desire that gives Ben hope for the future.

Determined to right the wrongs of her past, Aubrey is working hard to make amends. But by far, the toughest challenge to her plan is sexy, brooding Ben - even though he has absolutely no idea what she's done . . .

Can this unlikely couple defy the odds and win over the little town of Lucky Harbor?

Critic reviews

"Top Pick! 4 1/2 Stars! Laughter is served in doses as generous as the chocolate the heroine relies on to get through the day. Readers will treasure each turn of the page and be sorry when this one is over."—RT Book Reviews on Forever and a Day

"4 Stars! Shalvis's latest Lucky Harbor novel is a winner-full of laughter, snark and a super-hot attraction between the main characters. Shalvis has painted a wonderful world, full of entertaining supporting characters and beautiful scenery."—RT Book Reviews on At Last

"4 Stars! Shalvis pens a tale rife with the three "H"s of romance: heat, heart and humor. LUCKY IN LOVE is a down-to-the-toes charmer..."—RT Book Reviews on Lucky in Love

"Shalvis makes me laugh, makes me cry, makes me sigh with pure pleasure."—Susan Andersen, New York Times bestselling author of Playing Dirty

"Count on Jill Shalvis for a witty, steamy, unputdownable love story."—Robyn Carr, New York Times bestselling author of Harvest Moon

"Jill Shalvis is a total original! It doesn't get any better."—Suzanne Forster, New York Times bestselling author

"Shalvis writes with humor, heart, and sizzling heat!"—Carly Phillips, New York Times Bestselling Author

Cliche Romance Novel

Is there anything you would change about this book?

No.

Would you be willing to try another book from Jill Shalvis? Why or why not?

At this point probably not, it was a rather cliche romance novel.

What three words best describe Annie Green’s performance?

She read well.

Could you see Once in a Lifetime being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

God No!

Any additional comments?

Eh.

Great story and very likable main characters!

Would you listen to Once in a Lifetime again? Why?

I will definitely listen to this book again. Ben and Aubrey are Characters I will want to visit again.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Once in a Lifetime?

Certainly the last moment in the store and the end was very memorable. when he gave her the Doll house. I really liked when Aubry told off her father. I do wish there had been more to that however.

Which character – as performed by Annie Green – was your favorite?

Lucille

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No laughing or crying. I felt a lot for Aubrey though.

Once in a Lifetime

Love, love, loved Ben & Aubrey's story. Can't get much better than a Jill Shalvis novel!

Not her best

I enjoy the Lucky Harbor series but this one was just lame. Didn't really like Aubrey, she was written to be kind of ditsy. Not enough heat. It was just OK.

Fun + Thoughtful + Surprising story

How do you manage a story that has to be fun and lighthearted yet thoughtful and poignant? Shalvis does this in this story as a former troublemaker does a surprising tour of forgiveness, prompted by an accidental hide-out in an AA meeting, hiding of course from the male lead in the story.
One satisfying thing Shalvis does in this series is exercise resolution of difficult childhood relationships (usually with parents) as the leads struggle with current relationship challenges.
The plot satisfies and the characters (ok, we ALL need a Lucille!) entertain while the leads struggle like we all do to realize the role of past in how we've dealt with people and relationships. Shalvis's talent is the patently original characters that don't follow stereotypes yet are sympathetic and endearing.
A great investment of a credit. I can't wait to listen again because Annie Greene is perfect!