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Accidents of Marriage

By: Randy Susan Meyers
Narrated by: Susan Bennett
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Publisher's summary

Maddy is a social worker trying to balance her career and three children. Years ago, she fell in love with Ben, a public defender, drawn to his fiery passion, but now he's lashing out at her during his periodic verbal furies. She vacillates between tiptoeing around him and asserting herself for the sake of their kids - which works to keep a fragile peace - until the rainy day when they're together in the car and Ben's volatile temper gets the best of him, leaving Maddy in the hospital fighting for her life. Accidents of Marriage is a provocative and stunning novel that will resonate deeply with women from all walks of life, ultimately revealing the challenges of family, faith, and forgiveness.

©2014 Randy Susan Meyers (P)2014 Dreamscape Media, LLC
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Critic reviews

"Beautifully written, poignant and thought-provoking, this novel refuses to succumb to stereotypical reader expectations, making it even more memorable." ( Kirkus Reviews)
"Many books are an absolute pleasure to read, but slip straight from your mind. Accidents of Marriage is one of those rare novels that is both unputdownable and unforgettable. I just loved it, and I'll now read everything Randy Susan Meyers writes." (Liane Moriarty, NYT Bestselling author of T he Husband's Secret)

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Good but

This wasn’t my favorite of hers, but it was definitely a good one. It did drag a bit at times, but it was worth it. Push the slow parts, and you will be glad you did.

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Best Narration I have ever heard!

What did you love best about Accidents of Marriage?

I could relate to it in so many ways

Which character – as performed by Susan Bennett – was your favorite?

The Mom, Maddy.

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

Made me laugh and cry in so many different ways.

Any additional comments?

Just listen, so worth it.

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Entertaining

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend his audio to a friend, as most of my friends read from this genre-Women's Fiction. The alternating points-of-view keep the book moving along.

What did you like best about this story?

I love a female lead who finally finds herself and her voice.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

"Is anything in life ever an accident.?"

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Not what I expected

I thought the story would have been a little more eventful when I was listening to it. I felt the story lacked excitement. The narration was well done but this particular story was not the best in my opinion.

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Wished it not to end.

This book was engrossing from start to finish. Though I longed for a happy ending, I am glad that the author didn't take the easy route and wrap up the story in a pretty bow.

I found myself laughing, thinking, and exploring each character in my mind. I found myself hooked. and I listened to the entire book on 1.5 speed because I wanted to discover what lied deep within the story. The book was done in the course of a day.

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Well worth reading!

What did you love best about Accidents of Marriage?

That it is so true to life. So many women today are married to selfish bullies. Walking on egg shells every day, never knowing what mood they will be in.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The wife.

Have you listened to any of Susan Bennett’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

no, but she did good.

If you could take any character from Accidents of Marriage out to dinner, who would it be and why?

The oldest daughter, who was a real trooper.

Any additional comments?

loved the book

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Every Couple Should Listen. Eye Opener.

This book was really good from start to finish. Without giving away too much information, I have to say that every couple disfunctional or not should listen to this book. For me, it showed how, and why you should be considerate of your spouses feelings and position in the family. Whether you are the one working or the one that stays home with the children. It also shows how some people don't appreciate what they have until it's gone. It makes you think about if you have been your best self towards the people that you love. Eye opener for sure.

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Predictable

At first I enjoyed the story, I wanted to know what happened next. By mid way through, I was so mad at the characters and started to get bored hearing the content banter. I'm not sure why I finished it, but I just kept on playing it. I'll never get the time back!

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Great story!

What made the experience of listening to Accidents of Marriage the most enjoyable?

Caught me at the first sentence. Great performance.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Accidents of Marriage?

When she found out who caused the accident.

Which character – as performed by Susan Bennett – was your favorite?

They were all wonderful

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

Yes

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Searing, honest... I loved this book!

What made the experience of listening to Accidents of Marriage the most enjoyable?

It wasn't "enjoyable" in the sense that it was a happy read - in fact, it really and truly was not a happy read - but it was well-written, with real characters that felt real, raw, honest emotions, without the over-flowery pretty language that authors who create such characters seem to use. The narration was spot-on, turning a good book itno an outstanding performance.

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

yes. It was a difficult read, depicting a family already in crisis going through the necessary messy changes of recovery from a brain injury - the overwhelming expectations of older children and the other parent, the hopes and shattered innocence of the younger children...

Any additional comments?

I read Meyers' "The Murderer's Daughters" years ago, and I didn't like it then. Perhaps now that I ghave matured - and enjoyed this book so much - I will go back and read it.
I will also check out Susan Bennett's other narrations; if they're half as good as this, time and credits well spent!

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