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  • The Actor and the Housewife

  • By: Shannon Hale
  • Narrated by: Christina Moore
  • Length: 14 hrs and 1 min
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (114 ratings)

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The Actor and the Housewife

By: Shannon Hale
Narrated by: Christina Moore
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Publisher's summary

New York Times best-selling author Shannon Hale makes her adult fiction debut with The Actor and the Housewife. When Becky, a housewife with screenwriting dreams, attracts the interest of Felix, a Hollywood star, the two quickly become friends. Though the sexual tension is obvious, Becky has no intention of cheating on her husband - but would Felix cheat on his wife? As their friendship blossoms, rumors and suspicion threaten to derail their platonic love.
©2009 Shannon Hale (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC
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Enchanting

Enjoyed this wonderful story of friendship and love. Delightfully performed. Refreshingly void of anything objectionsble. Easy read.

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Thought Provoking

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It makes one think about the lines that should be drawn to show fidelity in marriage and how important it is to always keep one's spouses needs in mind. I laughed, I cried, I smiled, I shook my head in both agreement and disagreement. The question of having a FRIEND that is a member of the opposite sex in addition to your spouse being your best friend is an interesting one that the author deals with very well.

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Quirky, Wonderful and worth the listen

Would you listen to The Actor and the Housewife again? Why?

I'd listen again because I loved the story and the narrator did it way more than justice.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved Becky, but her husband Mike was a true prince of a guy.

Which scene was your favorite?

The end. It was truly not what I expected, yet made complete sense.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I was not expecting the scene which caused Becky so much grief. The book began as so funny, but turned more serious.

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I've often wondered how a marriage withstands and thrives in spite of a close platonic friendship/love. Having had a few of those relationships, I found this book wonderful. The balancing act Becky lives, and her unshakable love for husband and children, and her steadfast clinging to the faith which she holds so firm are refreshing. I suppose many would find this book silly. It is, if you are accustomed to gritty novels where deceit and cheating are the norm. But, if you are a fan of Austen, and other writers where character is important, you'll enjoy this book. The narrator seemed to have fun reading it, which made it come alive.

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Cute, easy listen

This was a cute and easy story. A fun spin on the classic rom com.

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Unexpectedly heartwarming

I totally did not expect to fall in love with this book, but I did. Such a sweet story of love and friendship.

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Enjoyable story with laughs and tears

I love the story though it does require a bit of toleration for the view into Mormon lifestyle bits. It does illustrate how very different becky's life is from Felix's. I found the narrator's voice to be a bit... whiney for my taste. It took me hours into the story to decide I could endure it to the end. She did a great job making all the characters distinguishable which any good narrator does. I guess it's just my own preference that her voice was annoying to me. I do love this story and laugh and cry through it. It moves me.

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Cute and Quirky

Cute, quirky, unrealistic at times, kind of goofy. Very Hallmark, with a Mormon twist.

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lovely

It was good! twists and turns and a little lagging but nothing that wasn't necessary. loved it!

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Shannon Hale is a Brilliant Writer Even With a silky Rom Com…

Worth the read. A little frivolous, and slightly left wanting without a true explanation why, but I enjoyed the journey. Interesting insight into the Utah Mormon Culture, which, when pitted against the equally unreal and unimaginable life of Hollywood stardom, I slightly understand it more. I think we need more books like this — ones with slightly unexpected endings.

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Breath taking

This is probably one of my favorite books I’ve ever read. I loved the story. Beautifully written.

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