Listen free for 30 days
-
Something Like Spring
- Something Like..., Book 4
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Series: Something Like..., Book 4
- Length: 17 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: LGBTQ+, Literature & Fiction
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
Listen with a free trial
Buy Now for £23.49
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Listeners also enjoyed...
-
Something Like Lightning
- Something Like..., Book 5
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 14 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Kelly Phillips has been out and proud since he was a young teenager, and thanks to the gay youth group he frequents, he's never been short on friends or lovers. But when you have almost everything, it's hard not to focus on what's just out of reach: a best friend who would be Mr. Right if he wasn't already Mr. Straight. Or that handsome athlete at school who would be easier to wrangle if not for his angel wings. And then there's the guy who might be a perfect fit, maybe even a soul mate...if only he wasn't convinced he didn't need anyone.
-
-
Well written. Expertly Narrated
- By Drew on 11-12-15
-
Out of Time, into You
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 12 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
After graduating high school, a freak accident whisks Reggie Valentine back in time to the 1950s, where he meets Daniel Parker, a sweet and wholesome guy his grandmother used to date. Reggie learns that Daniel is not only closeted but unaware that two men can fall in love or even marry. They soon form a bond that is shrouded in secrecy, and as their feelings for each other intensify, leaving becomes unthinkable. But can their relationship survive in a bygone era where attitudes about race and sexuality are so old-fashioned?
-
-
I hate you Jay, I cried whole afternoon
- By Rafal Nycz on 21-04-22
-
Straight Boy
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kirt Graves
- Length: 11 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I love him. And I’m pretty sure he loves me back...even though he’s straight. When I first met Carter King, I knew he was something special. I imagined us being together, and we are, but only as friends. Best friends! I’m trying to be cool with that, even though I know he has secrets, and there have definitely been mixed signals. I don’t want a crush to ruin what we already have. Then again, if there’s any chance that we can be together, it’s worth the risk, because Carter could be the love of my life. Or he might be the boy who breaks my heart.
-
-
Another good book by Jay Bell
- By Marcin Filipiak on 01-11-21
-
Kamikaze Boys
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kirt Graves
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Everyone at school thinks that Connor Williams is a dangerous psychopath, but when he rescues David Henry from the clutches of a bully, the two outsiders form an alliance of the heart. The world isn’t done messing with them, though. David and Connor will have to fight to keep their love safe if they ever want to find their happily-ever-after.
-
-
Daft
- By Torric on 30-11-20
-
Turn
- By: Cora Brent
- Narrated by: Rock Engle, Mackenzie Harte
- Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I'm determined to leave my mistakes in the past. These days I'm back in school, I'm surrounded by my wonderful, crazy family, and I'm working for my dad. Then Curtis Mulligan happens. A supposedly reformed gang member from the rundown prison town where my folks grew up, Curtis looks like he was built for mayhem. We have nothing in common. If he hadn't taken a job working for my father, our paths wouldn't even cross. But I can't admit that menacing mix of ink and muscle has flipped a switch inside of me.
-
The Heartbreakers
- Heartbreak Chronicles Series #1
- By: Ali Novak
- Narrated by: Arielle DeLisle
- Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Stella will do anything for her sick sister, Cara - even stand in line for an autographed Heartbreakers CD for four hours. She's totally winning best birthday gift this year. At least she met a cute boy with soft brown hair and gorgeous blue eyes while getting her caffeine fix. Too bad she'll never see him again. Except Stella's life has suddenly turned into a cheesy love song. Because Starbucks Boy is Oliver Perry, the lead singer for the Heartbreakers.
-
Something Like Lightning
- Something Like..., Book 5
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 14 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Kelly Phillips has been out and proud since he was a young teenager, and thanks to the gay youth group he frequents, he's never been short on friends or lovers. But when you have almost everything, it's hard not to focus on what's just out of reach: a best friend who would be Mr. Right if he wasn't already Mr. Straight. Or that handsome athlete at school who would be easier to wrangle if not for his angel wings. And then there's the guy who might be a perfect fit, maybe even a soul mate...if only he wasn't convinced he didn't need anyone.
-
-
Well written. Expertly Narrated
- By Drew on 11-12-15
-
Out of Time, into You
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 12 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
After graduating high school, a freak accident whisks Reggie Valentine back in time to the 1950s, where he meets Daniel Parker, a sweet and wholesome guy his grandmother used to date. Reggie learns that Daniel is not only closeted but unaware that two men can fall in love or even marry. They soon form a bond that is shrouded in secrecy, and as their feelings for each other intensify, leaving becomes unthinkable. But can their relationship survive in a bygone era where attitudes about race and sexuality are so old-fashioned?
-
-
I hate you Jay, I cried whole afternoon
- By Rafal Nycz on 21-04-22
-
Straight Boy
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kirt Graves
- Length: 11 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I love him. And I’m pretty sure he loves me back...even though he’s straight. When I first met Carter King, I knew he was something special. I imagined us being together, and we are, but only as friends. Best friends! I’m trying to be cool with that, even though I know he has secrets, and there have definitely been mixed signals. I don’t want a crush to ruin what we already have. Then again, if there’s any chance that we can be together, it’s worth the risk, because Carter could be the love of my life. Or he might be the boy who breaks my heart.
-
-
Another good book by Jay Bell
- By Marcin Filipiak on 01-11-21
-
Kamikaze Boys
- By: Jay Bell
- Narrated by: Kirt Graves
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Everyone at school thinks that Connor Williams is a dangerous psychopath, but when he rescues David Henry from the clutches of a bully, the two outsiders form an alliance of the heart. The world isn’t done messing with them, though. David and Connor will have to fight to keep their love safe if they ever want to find their happily-ever-after.
-
-
Daft
- By Torric on 30-11-20
-
Turn
- By: Cora Brent
- Narrated by: Rock Engle, Mackenzie Harte
- Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I'm determined to leave my mistakes in the past. These days I'm back in school, I'm surrounded by my wonderful, crazy family, and I'm working for my dad. Then Curtis Mulligan happens. A supposedly reformed gang member from the rundown prison town where my folks grew up, Curtis looks like he was built for mayhem. We have nothing in common. If he hadn't taken a job working for my father, our paths wouldn't even cross. But I can't admit that menacing mix of ink and muscle has flipped a switch inside of me.
-
The Heartbreakers
- Heartbreak Chronicles Series #1
- By: Ali Novak
- Narrated by: Arielle DeLisle
- Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Stella will do anything for her sick sister, Cara - even stand in line for an autographed Heartbreakers CD for four hours. She's totally winning best birthday gift this year. At least she met a cute boy with soft brown hair and gorgeous blue eyes while getting her caffeine fix. Too bad she'll never see him again. Except Stella's life has suddenly turned into a cheesy love song. Because Starbucks Boy is Oliver Perry, the lead singer for the Heartbreakers.
-
Boyfriend Material
- By: Alexis Hall
- Narrated by: Joe Jameson
- Length: 13 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Luc O'Donnell is tangentially - and reluctantly - famous. His rock-star parents split when he was young, and the father he's never met spent the next 20 years cruising in and out of rehab. Now that his dad's making a comeback, Luc's back in the public eye, and one compromising photo is enough to ruin everything. To clean up his image, Luc has to find a nice normal relationship...and Oliver Blackwood is as nice and normal as they come. He's a barrister, an ethical vegetarian, and someone who has never inspired a moment of scandal in his life. He’s perfect boyfriend material.
-
-
Pompous, middle class and not at all engaging
- By Amazon Customer on 18-04-21
-
Jay's Gay Agenda
- By: Jason June
- Narrated by: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
There’s one thing Jay Collier knows for sure - he’s a statistical anomaly as the only out gay kid in his small rural Washington town. While all his friends can’t stop talking about their heterosexual hookups and relationships, Jay can only dream of his own firsts, compiling a romance to-do list of all the things he hopes to one day experience - his Gay Agenda. Then, against all odds, Jay’s family moves to Seattle, and he starts his senior year at a new high school with a thriving LGBTQIA+ community. For the first time ever, Jay feels like he’s found where he truly belongs.
-
-
LOVE IT
- By Christopher Enblom on 08-11-21
-
The Significant Brothers Collection
- By: E. Davies
- Narrated by: Greg Boudreaux
- Length: 37 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
After zero-gravity heroics left astronaut Nicolas Rogers injured, his new job as a hermit — er, park ranger — seems perfect. Until he ends up babysitting rock star Deen Jayse, sent to the Smoky Mountains by his manager for image rehab. Behind their personas, they’re startlingly similar. Yet Deen can't just drop everything to go live in the mountains, and Nico can't abandon them. After a taste of being together, how can they face a future apart?
-
-
37 and a half hours of LOVE
- By Donna Hirsch on 26-07-20
-
All That's Left in the World
- By: Erik J. Brown
- Narrated by: Andrew Gibson, Barrett Leddy
- Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
When the Superflu wipes out most of the population, Jamie finds himself completely alone in a cabin in the woods - until an injured stranger crosses his path. Life is dangerous now, and, armed with a gun, Jamie goes to pull the trigger. But there's something about Andrew...something that stops Jamie in his tracks. Jamie takes him in, and as Andrew heals and they eventually step out into the strange new world, their relationship starts to feel like more than just friendship.
-
-
A masterpiece.
- By ryan butterly on 20-05-22
-
Young Mungo
- By: Douglas Stuart
- Narrated by: Chris Reilly
- Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Born under different stars, Protestant Mungo and Catholic James live in a hyper-masculine world. They are caught between two of Glasgow’s housing estates where young working-class men divide themselves along sectarian lines, and fight territorial battles for the sake of reputation. They should be sworn enemies if they’re to be seen as men at all, and yet they become best friends as they find a sanctuary in the doocot that James has built for his prize racing pigeons. As they begin to fall in love, they dream of escaping the grey city.
-
-
Excellent
- By Eve on 18-04-22
-
Swimming in the Dark
- By: Tomasz Jedrowski
- Narrated by: Robert Nairne
- Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Poland, 1980. Anxious, disillusioned Ludwik Glowacki, soon to graduate university, has been sent along with the rest of his class to an agricultural camp. Here he meets Janusz - and together, they spend a dreamlike summer swimming in secluded lakes, reading forbidden books - and falling in love. But with summer over, the two are sent back to Warsaw, and to the harsh realities of life under the Party. Exiled from paradise, Ludwik and Janusz must decide how they will survive; and in their different choices, find themselves torn apart.
-
-
gay and joyous
- By Waggy From Derby on 31-05-20
-
Always Something There to Remind Me
- By: Beth Harbison
- Narrated by: Orlagh Cassidy
- Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Can you ever really know if love is true? And if it is, should you stop at anything to get it? Two decades ago, Erin Edwards was sure she’d already found the love of her life: Nate Lawson. Her first love. The one with whom she shared everything--dreams of the future, of children, plans for forever. The one she thought she would spend the rest of her life with. Until one terrible night when Erin made a mistake Nate could not forgive and left her to mourn the relationship she could never forget or get over.
-
Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World
- By: Benjamin Alire Saenz
- Narrated by: Lin-Manuel Miranda
- Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Ari has spent all of high school hiding who he really is, staying silent and invisible. He expected his senior year to be the same. But something in him cracked open when he fell in love with Dante, and he can’t go back. Suddenly, he finds himself reaching out to new friends, standing up to bullies and making his voice heard. And, always, there is Dante - dreamy, witty Dante - who can get on Ari’s nerves and fill him with desire all at once.
-
-
Just Beautiful
- By Anonymous User on 15-05-22
-
Cherry Red Summer
- By: Erik J. Macki - translator, Carina Bartsch
- Narrated by: Amy McFadden
- Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
No girl ever forgets her first love…. No one knows that better than Emely Winter. It's been seven years since she last saw the man with the turquoise eyes, Elyas Schwarz - the embodiment of everything mothers warn their daughters about. Good-looking, charming, and with a hint of arrogance, Elyas is back in Emely's life and driving her crazy. She hates him from the bottom of her heart, but, even so, she can't deny her growing attraction.
-
10 Years Later
- A Second Chance Romance
- By: J. Sterling
- Narrated by: Erin Mallon, Jason Clarke
- Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
It's been 10 years since I've seen him. Ten years. I have no idea what he's doing, where he's been, or if he's even still single. Have I thought about him over the years? Of course. Absolutely. But that doesn't mean anything, right? Just because you think about the boy you used to be in love with doesn't mean you're still in love with him now. Does it?
-
-
Not for me
- By Susie on 04-04-22
-
Imperfect Chemistry
- Imperfect Series, Book 1
- By: Mary Frame
- Narrated by: Rhiannon Angell
- Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Lucy London puts the word genius to shame. Having obtained her PhD in microbiology by the age of 20, she's amassed a wealth of knowledge, but one subject still eludes her - people. Enter Jensen Walker, Lucy's neighbor and the one person she finds appealing. Jensen's life is the stuff of campus legend: messy, emotional, and complicated. Basically, the perfect starting point for Lucy's study. When her tenaciousness wears him down and he consents to help her, sparks fly.
-
An Unexpected Kind of Love
- When Snow Falls, Book 1
- By: Hayden Stone
- Narrated by: Gary Furlong
- Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Bookstore owner Aubrey Barnes likes his quiet, orderly London life, thank you very much. His shop may be struggling, his only employee is a menace, and his plumbing is one creaky pipe away from disaster, but he can handle it. Maybe. He cannot, however, handle the film company that's thrown his Soho street into chaos. And he definitely can't handle the charismatic American actor Blake Sinclair.
-
-
Happy happy happy
- By Richard on 09-04-22
Summary
Nothing in this world is permanent. Friends, lovers, even family can all disappear in the blink of an eye. Without these anchors, it's all too easy to find oneself drifting.
Jason Grant doesn't have much, aside from a beat-up old guitar and knack for getting kicked out of foster homes. His latest placement is set to be just another in a long line of failures. Then he meets Caesar Hubbard, a handsome guy who lives down the hall. For the first time in his life, Jason wants to stay, which means learning to be part of a family, and not letting his feelings - or his actions - ruin his first real chance of falling in love.
Something Like Spring introduces a new character to the Seasons story, one with a troubled past and an equally turbulent future. Jason must traverse a winding road fraught with emotional conflicts and tough decisions - a road that might just lead to a certain couple in Austin.
More from the same
What listeners say about Something Like Spring
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Anonymous User
- 27-08-20
Great Continuation of the Story
I was a little thrown by the first few chapters, but I was quickly reminded of why I read these books.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Christopher Young
- 18-02-20
Emotional Rollercoaster
This was an amazing addition to the story. Up and down and just when I thought two people should be together I realise they shouldn’t. Beautifully written and narrator is amazing with all characters.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Miguel Monteiro
- 15-02-16
a good story!
the narration was perfect as usual but the story was definitely not as good as the last three books in my opinion! still very much worth listening to though and a great addition to the Something Like series, can't wait for my next credit so I can get the next book! ahah
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- alex
- 01-11-15
another wonderful bok, wonderfully read
Would you listen to Something Like Spring again? Why?
yes and already have done, about 5 times
What was one of the most memorable moments of Something Like Spring?
the epilogue, but don't skip to it, it brings together result of the wonderful build up from the previous books
Which scene did you most enjoy?
there is no 'one scene' it is wonderful from start to finish. it somehow intertwines with the past books in fact I went back and re-listened to the first three, and bits slotted in..if you asked me2 months ago if I would buy three books that told the same story I would laugh at you, but I did, and this forth one brings it all together..
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
this is one of those books that is constantly pulling your emotions in every direction and the epilogue had me in tears... whether good tears or not?? I'm not telling
Any additional comments?
all 4 of these books where made extra special due to the very talented Mr Free.. he manages to stick the 'voices to the characters' through all 4 books. I would buy and book narrated by him
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Riva
- 27-03-15
Closure . . .sort of
Just amazing. So with this book we come full circle with Tim and Ben and am introduced to Jason Grant and others who will show up on future books. Jason is a wonderful young man that starts off as a jaded, but remarkably laid back, foster case for Michelle (Jace's sister). They forge a special bond as she seeks a family for him. My only issue with Jason is he just doesn't seem to know his worth and keeps just "putting up" with stuff instead of demanding what he wants. Although primarily about Jason's journey and search for love, we are treated with all our old friends from previous books. Except for Victor, thank god; I'm sorry I'm still really mad at him. But I digress. Not all the old friends are good ones and there is some drama. This book has trademark Jay Bell wonderful writing and storytelling; yes it is possible to love more than one person. But this one is a lot lighter than the previous books. Don't get me wrong, tears do flow, especially in the last 20% of the book; but they are happy tears. I so glad that Kevin R Free continues to narrate this series. He does his usual amazing job. All and all, it is Something Like Wonderful.
7 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Corey
- 08-04-15
After Winter must come Spring...
What did you love best about Something Like Spring?
Ben and Tim! Lol, I loved the plot of the story and that it introduced us to a completely new story in the series as well as expanded on Ben and Tim's story.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Something Like Spring?
Ryan shooting Tim. At first, I felt like it was unnecessary to reintroduce Ryan into the series. But, I understood that he was a catalyst for Jason realizing his feelings for Ben and Tim. I thought that Cesar was going to be the Paramedic that came to the scene to take Tim to the hospital, but that wasn't the case.
What about Kevin R. Free’s performance did you like?
Kevin has been consistent throughout the series.
If you could rename Something Like Spring, what would you call it?
I would've named this book Something Like Home. Yea, I know it's cliche but, Jason was always sort of in search of a family and home and he finally found that towards the end.
Any additional comments?
Throughout Spring, there was a feeling that the characters in this book sort of paralleling the characters of Summer. For instance, Jason was our Ben, Cesar was our Tim, and William was our Jace. I've always been a fan of Tim (he's my favorite character) but I did not like Cesar one bit from the beginning. Vice versa, i wasn't that much of a fan of Jace, but I loved William, especially for Jason. I feel that Jay wanted to give all of the TeamJace fans there Ben/Jace HEA even if it wasn't really them. I really enjoyed this book. It was a great way to end the series, even though I feel that there could be more to explore in Ben and Tim's new family.
4 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Derek Gallaher
- 23-01-19
I’m speechless
After watching the movie (something like summer) cause my friend thought I would enjoy it, I found myself buying the whole book series. The first three books I fell in love with, but this book here. This book is my favorite so far! The author has me hooked into their lives and with this book having close to the present. I felt even close to the characters as Jason was a whole new character invited in. I saw myself just giving this book five stars, but instead wrote a whole review. This shows me and hopefully others how amazing this book is.
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- James M.
- 22-05-18
WOW they happy tears are flowing... spoiler below
Wow , I cried at the other books in the series for different reasons in each book. But I really cried at the ending of this book. I was adopted at a early age but when I hear /read/listen to thing about foster kids I always cry. But man I had deep ugly cry over the ending of this book, in a good way of course but man I had no idea this was coming. I almost stopped listening to this book and thought that perhaps the series had finally jumped the shark and not worth listening to any longer. I am glad I gave in and kept going. Jay Bell, man you need to stop I don't think I have more tears left.
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Sarah Hardwick
- 12-08-19
Real
I absolutely love reading this series. I love how the characters go together. They always feels real to me, like this could have really happened. He has a way of drawing you I'm with these dept filled characters and taking the reader on the ride of life full of ups and downs. Can't wait to read through the whole series.
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Bee
- 28-05-19
Bell is an amazing story teller
In a way I am glad I waited so long to try these books from the continued series. Now I binge listen. I love how Jay connects all the characters in a way that makes me smile. As a 30 something year old women, who read the original something like book 10 years ago. I’m a fan!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Angel
- 30-08-18
Amazing!!!
Made me cry, kept me on the edge of my seat, and was honestly some of the best stuff I’ve listened too!!!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- EO
- 20-04-15
A must read
Any additional comments?
Great book. I did not wanted to end. Love the narrator, does a great job. Plus the story, wow, it just sucks you in.
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Anonymous User
- 10-09-21
prepare to cry!!
this series has brought me to tears before, but this one has made me weep like a baby. I cannot recommend this book enough! please jay bell continue to be amazing!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Anonymous User
- 31-08-21
I am once again blown away!
I was hesitant to continue this series after the first three so if you are hunting through reviews looking for a sign to continue this is it. Jay Bell is a master at writing human emotion and how complicated it can get and like every story before it, Something Like Spring has a perfect ending. and yes. you do get to see plenty of Ben and company as well. a lot in fact, and I found myself laughing at this book just as often as I found myself crying. Jason Grant brings a nice touch to this story and I'm so happy I chose yo continue!