Love in the Eleventh Hour

De: Lizzy Berger, Gillian Melton - translator

Narrado por: Kristin Atherton, Stefano Braschi

Successful investment banker Jana has her life perfectly under control – her career is going exactly to plan. That is, until her brain decides otherwise. One day, Jana learns she has a tumour in her cranium that’s threatening to not only drastically shorten her life span, but change her entire personality along the way, too!

And so Jana, ever the restrained and controlled individual, suddenly goes haywire. With her tumour as a chaotic co-pilot, she starts making decisions the old Jana never would’ve dreamed of. She waves goodbye to her career and says hello to an impromptu trip to Greece. There, on the island of Samos, she crosses paths with Fabio, an irritating yet charming tour guide, who invites her on a trip to a “blue zone”: An area marked by above-average longevity. It’s the ultimate form of irony for someone who’s just received a death sentence. But it’s also the start of a madcap trip around the globe on a quest to find the secret to a long, healthy, and happy life. With each mile she travels, Jana’s choices grow wilder, her laughs get louder and the sparks between her and Fabio burn brighter. And of course, it’s the worst timing ever to fall in love – as her brain seems to develop more and more of a mind of its own!

A vibrant, fast-paced acid trip about the art of waiting until the end to really begin, and the surprising realisation that sometimes, a bit of chaos is all you need to make a fresh start.

©2025 Lizzy Berger (P)2025 Audible Ltd.

A Stunning, Heart-Wrenching Masterpiece

I am officially emotionally compromised. Love in the Eleventh Hour by Lizzy Berger is, without a doubt, one of the most poignant and beautifully written romances I have read this year. Berger has a way of weaving together urgency, vulnerability, and raw passion that stays with you long after the final page is turned.

What Makes This a Must-Read:
The Emotional Stakes: As the title suggests, there is a palpable sense of "now or never" throughout the story. Berger masterfully handles the tension of lost time and second chances, making every interaction feel significant.

Character Depth: These aren’t just archetypes; they feel like real people with messy histories and relatable fears. The character development is slow-burned to perfection, allowing the reader to fall in love with them as they fall back in love with each other.

The Prose: Lizzy Berger’s writing style is lyrical yet accessible. She captures the "small moments"—a lingering look, a hesitant touch—with such precision that you can feel the sparks flying off the page.

Final Thoughts
This book is a masterclass in the "it’s always been you" trope. It’s a story about the bravery it takes to be vulnerable when the clock is ticking, and it handled the delicate balance of heartbreak and hope with incredible grace.

If you’re looking for a book that will make you cry, laugh, and immediately want to restart it the second you finish, this is it. Have tissues ready, but know that every tear is worth it.

Loved the meaningful story.

I really enjoyed the entire book, the story the performance and the message. Very thought provoking!

Thought provoking life assessment

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The narrators did an excellent job portraying the characters. I love how the authors addressed the seriousness of end of life decisions with sensitivity and humor. I found myself laughing out loud many times Great story and I highly recommend.

Entertaining storyline

The story was enjoyable overall but I really didn't like the "omlete" voice. Almost quit listening but glad I stuck with it.

The humor and humanity

I was so impressed with how funny and truthful it is. I’m recommending it to my family.