The Weight of It All

By: N.R. Walker

Narrated by: Joel Leslie

After being dumped by his long-term boyfriend for being overweight, Henry Beckett decides to make some drastic changes. In a vain attempt at getting his boyfriend back, Henry does the most absurdly frightening thing he can think of.

He joins a gym.

Reed Henske is a personal trainer who isn't sure he'll ever be ready to date again. He's sick of guys who are only interested in the perfect body image, never seeing him for who he really is.

As Reed tortures Henry with things like diet and exercise, Henry enamors Reed with recipes and laughter. As the friendship lines start to blur, Henry is convinced there's no way Thor-like Reed could ever be interested in a guy like him.

Reed just has to convince Henry that life isn't about reaching your ideal bodyweight. It's about finding your perfect counterweight.

Contains mature themes.

©2016 N. R. Walker (P)2017 Tantor

So good

This is one of the greatest books! Wonderful love story and fantastic narration! Highly recommended.

Funny, charming, and very honest. LOVE!!

This is a wonderful, laugh-out-loud hilarious book. An MM love story that will charm and delight, and also deals with body image issues in an honest and realistic manner. The lead, Henry, is wonderfully funny...I laughed constantly, and I mean belly laughs. I loved him from the first sentence, and fell harder and deeper as the story progressed. The love interest is a hottie with hidden depths, and I loved him, too. The best friend is also funny, compassionate, and wise. If you want a laugh, a little heartbreak, and more than a little honesty about body image issues....here's your book!!! Loved it, loved it, loved it!!

HIlarious Perfection!

Where does The Weight of It All rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The Weight of It All is one of my favorite audio books. I thought the story was good when I read it, but Joel Leslie really brought it to life.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Henry is my favorite. He resonates with me in a lot of ways.

Which character – as performed by Joel Leslie – was your favorite?

Henry, of course. Joel Leslie's portrayal of Henry was spot on. He made me laugh so hard. #PrayforHenry

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I could have listened in one sitting, but I would have got nothing done because I was so enchanted by Joel's performance.

Any additional comments?

N.R. Walker books + Joel Leslie performance=PERFECTION!

So sweet and inspiring!

I just adored the ebook of this story and had to grab the audiobook, too! This is definitely one I'll listen to over and over again. Henry is just the best! His story is so sweet and fun and inspiring.
Joel does a fantastic job!

Loved it!

I loved the written version and I love Joel Leslie's narration as well. I would recommend both versions.