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The Girl He Used to Know

By: Tracey Garvis Graves
Narrated by: Fred Berman, Kathleen McInerney
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New York Times best-selling author of On the Island Tracey Garvis Graves presents this compelling, hopelessly romantic audiobook about unconditional love.

Annika (rhymes with Monica) Rose is an English major at the University of Illinois. Anxious in social situations where she finds most people's behavior confusing, she'd rather be surrounded by the order and discipline of books or the quiet solitude of playing chess.

Jonathan Hoffman joined the chess club and lost his first game - and his heart - to the shy and awkward yet brilliant and beautiful Annika. He admires her ability to be true to herself, quirks and all, and accepts the challenges involved in pursuing a relationship with her.

Jonathan and Annika bring out the best in each other, finding the confidence and courage within themselves to plan a future together. What follows is a tumultuous yet tender love affair that withstands everything except the unforeseen tragedy that forces them apart, shattering their connection and leaving them to navigate their lives alone.

Now, a decade later, fate reunites Annika and Jonathan in Chicago. She's living the life she wanted as a librarian. He's a Wall Street whiz, recovering from a divorce and seeking a fresh start.

The attraction and strong feelings they once shared are instantly rekindled, but until they confront the fears and anxieties that drove them apart, their second chance will end before it truly begins.

©2019 Tracey Garvis Graves (P)2019 Macmillan Audio

Interview: Listen in as bestselling author Tracey Garvis Graves talks to us about her new book, The Girl He Used To Know, and why she wanted to tell the story of an amazing young woman living with autism and the romance she discovers.

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So good, there are some trigger warnings to be aware of

I loved everything about this book. I love when a book makes me have an emotional response because the detail and description is able to make me feel what the characters feel and this did exactly that. ***spoiler/trigger*** this book is about 9/11 so if that is something you can’t read about this book isn’t for you.

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The only book that’s ever made my tear up

Out of the hundreds of books I’ve read— this is the only one that’s ever filled my heart with so much warmth and gratitude. I am truly grateful for this book. Annika is so truly wonderful. Jonathan is brilliant. Janice is amazing.

Ms. Graves, thank you for creating this book.

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Second Chance Romance and Empathy

I am not a big fan of second chance romances but I love this author's work so I was willing to take a chance on this book. The narrators did a great job of telling this story.

This novel was written from the perspective of the main characters Annika and Jonathan, and it vacillates from their past to their present. Annika Rose and Jonathan Hoffman met at college at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champagn as members of the chess club. Annika was a shy and socially awkward girl who showed signs of having either Asperger's Syndrome or Autism. Jonathan was a confident transfer student who wants intrigued with Annika, especially with her chess expertise. Their friendship blossomed into a sweet college romance love and she ended up ghosting him after he graduated. Ten years later, Annika accidentally ran into Jonathan at the grocery store so she asked him out for coffee. Annika saw this an opportunity to right a wrong from almost a decade ago.

The readers get glimpses into the people they were back in college and who Annika and Jonathan are ten years later.The story moves at an even pace, allowing the reader to get into the characters head and experience their emotions. It was certainly educational for me to see how different and challenging everyday occurrences can be for someone whose brain is wired is different from mine.

Tracey Garvis Gravis did a great job of presenting Annika and Simon without making it overly emotional and sappy. I also loved her addition of Janice, Annika's roommate in college and current best friend. It was a journey of growth, independence and learning from one's mistakes. It is also about communicating, understanding and having empathy for others who may not be just like you. It was very subtle the way the author mended something that was thought to be broken a long time ago resulting in a beautiful and more mature love. I enjoy stories where characters evolve and as a reader, I learn something new. I will definitely recommend it to others.

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Memorable

Every so often this story will pop into my head because it is just that memorable. Both characters are so lovable and you will fall in love with their love story.

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Beautiful Love Story

After recommendations from a few people in one of my Audiobook groups I purchased this and am so glad I did! The story was beautifully written and the narration was perfect! I do wish there was an epilogue but that is just my preference and does not diminish my feelings and love for this book!

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Heart stings pulled

OMG!!!! I don’t know where to start with this book.

Tracey you wrote an amazing story and I couldn’t help but laugh, cry, feel empathy, be happy, and ugly cry. It was a beautiful story that I will be recommending to my book club. I can’t tell you how much this book brought so many emotions up. I’m very happy that I listened to it. The narrators were amazing and really brought your words to life! Awesome duo!

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Altogether Awesome...every way you slice it..

Another winner. Tracey Garvis Graves never disappoints. Captivating from the first paragraph....and weaves through to the last with all the feels.

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I am much too old...

...to fall in love with the hero of a book, but I did. Character and voice actor both. The female lead was on-point also with a sweet and appropriately innocent performance that was just a bit too slow for me. Turning the speed to 1.25 worked wonders.

I loved this book—the characters, the situations and everything I learned.

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READ THIS NOW

Please read this book. This is instantly my favorite. Gosh it’s the sweetest thing. A twist I didn’t see coming had me on edge and also in tears. This is one beautifully crafted love story. That honestly I wanna read all over again.

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Slow start but great story

When I started this book I was a bit hesitant about it because it seemed like a slow start. I’m glad I was patient with it because it got a lot better and I really enjoyed it.

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