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The Spark
- An Enemies-to-Lovers Romantic Comedy (Carolina Connections, Book 2)
- Narrated by: Amanda Stribling, David Black
- Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins
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Summary
Mark Beckett is the most annoying, patronizing, arrogant jerk on the face of the earth. So, naturally, I can’t get the damn man out of my head.
Fiona:
Like the old saying goes, I’m a jill of all trades but a master of none. What I lack in skill, however, I make up for in enthusiasm - something certain people (ahem) find irritating. But I have my reasons for living my life the way I do, for diving into one project after another and trying to make a difference. And if Mark Beckett doesn’t like it, he knows where to find the door. I don’t need his approval...or his panty-melting kisses.
Mark:
I enjoy the simple things in life: a job well done, a cold beer, a hot woman...you get the idea. But there’s nothing simple about the mess I just found myself in. The last thing I need is a pint-size princess sticking her nose in my business and pushing every damn one of my buttons like it’s her job. But Fiona Pierce may be the only one with the tools to solve my problems - and the power to change everything.
Winner of the 2017 National Indie Excellence Award for Romantic Comedy
Winner of the 2017 Readers’ Favorite Silver Medal for Romantic Comedy
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- Dektolia
- 08-08-20
Listen to the audio version
Even though this wasn't my favorite Carolina Connections book when I read it, it was still a fun audiobook. I thought the group conversations between body parts were a little much in the written version, but somehow Amanda Stribling made it seem...well, still not entirely normal, but at least not so odd.
The characters were great, and I love the writing style. The narration was awesome, and they obviously performed it better than I imagined it when I read it. I always appreciate dual narrators when there are dual points of view.
Overall, I'd recommend this series. The Spark is a standalone with no cliffhanger and you could read only this one, but you shouldn't.
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- FinAccs
- 24-12-19
Fun tale
Enjoyable listen. Loved the dual narration especially David Black. Will be listening to this one again.
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- Joanna (Jo Reads Romance)
- 23-02-22
Funny and sexy - a real delight
This is my first foray into Sylvie Stewart and let me tell you that it won’t be my last. It might, however, be the last of her books that I listen to while out in public, because this book was beyond hilarious. And when you’re randomly and spontaneously laugh-snorting in front of strangers, you tend to get some funny looks!
From the first, Fiona’s personality shines through - and she’s a hoot and a half. She’s got such a quirky and fun personality and she shares that with us, warts and all. The writing style lends itself to Fiona’s character to such an extent that I get the feeling that our author, Ms Stewart, might just be as wacky in real life. I loved the way Fiona talked to herself, remonstrated with herself and generally went about her life. While Fiona is definitely full of life, there are very big and real reasons for her outlook on life which gives her depth and makes her much, much more sympathetic as a character. Fiona is brought to life by Amanda Stribling and I enjoyed her performance. She had the enthusiasm to match Fiona’s and she definitely acted her part rather than just reading it.
Mark was a lovely character, too. Other authors take note - this is how your write a hero who has previously been more, erm, loose with his affections before meeting - and falling for - the heroine. To be completely fair, Fiona is also more of a casual dater and is definitely the more reticent of our couple to get into a relationship. Regardless, Mark’s descent into love is both believable and completely adorable. The way he sets his mind to winning Fiona just made my heart happy. It’s the perfect blend of reluctant hero and determined suitor. Mark is read by David Black and he’s definitely got the perfect voice for the role. Again, he acts rather than just reads - and he’s got definitely got a naughty little smirk in his voice that was pure Mark for me.
The first part of the book is definitely about setting the scene, introducing all our characters, revealing the back stories of our main pair and setting up the shenanigans still to come. While that’s all fun, it’s when Mark and Fiona go on the road trip and start to spend more and more time together that the book really begins to shine. I adore them as a pairing as they really do complement and complete each other. They have a good time together, they bicker and argue and they also are incredibly attracted to each other - so yes, there’s sex within. It’s definitely hot but, again, it’s perfect for Fiona and Mark as a couple with much humour included.
This book is actually the second in Stewart’s Carolina Connections series. Laney and Nate from the first book in the series, The Fix, appear a lot in this story as Fiona is Laney’s best friend. They really add dimension to the story and I now definitely want to go back and read about their own happily ever after. There are several other characters in this book that get their own stories later in the series and I’m excited to read them as I’m already invested in their lives.
This book was a delightfully good time and I’m happy to have found a new author to binge. This was a truly funny romcom with a couple I really liked and rooted for. I enjoyed every minute of listening to this book and would highly recommend it to anyone who’s looking for a romance that’s funny, sexy yet also has depth. Definitely 5 stars from me.
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- Mwaka
- 24-11-20
loving these series
loved it that you had two voices reading this book. certainly made it interesting to listen to and quite hilarious at times.
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- Rubi Rodriguez (Rubi's Bookshelf)
- 02-01-20
Lol!
My second book by Sylvie sure didn’t disappoint. I loved it. Funny with suspense. The banter between Fiona and Mark was awesome and the chemistry was hot. Loved it and will recommend!
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- serenechaosnyc
- 24-03-20
Funny and sweet
Mark and Fiona didn't have a great first impression of each other but after Fiona helps Mark with a personal family dilemma, their interest and affection for each other grows. But both are more interested in one-night stands. Or are they?
I liked their banter and there were so many really funny parts in this book. Just their reactions to certain situations, their sarcasm but affection and their chemistry really elevated this story. I also loved seeing Lanie and Nate again; it's always wonderful to visit the prior couples. Overall, I really enjoyed this book. I received the audiobook upon request but I have bought the ebook.
In terms of the audiobook, it is really well done. Both Amanda Stribling and David Black are so good as the characters with excellent control of their voices to play multiple characters. I thought their reading elevated the story.
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- melinda swaine
- 10-12-19
Clear your schedule..want to finish in one day
I love this author and highly recommend her books....they give the perfect mix of storyline, comic relief, chemistry and romance. Each book just gets better and better to the point I couldn’t put “The Spark” off and might have lost some sleep from not wanting to stop listening to the story. You better clear your schedule...you’ll want to finish this in one day. Just loved this book and this series. Definitely going on my favourite list forever! Happy listening!!
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- L. Girl
- 11-08-20
Funny feel good kind of story
Really quite enjoyed this one. A little bit of everything in it comedy romance and a little angst. Both characters were strong and endearing. Performance wise male narrator not my favourite but still enjoyed this very much.
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- Erin
- 02-11-21
Fierce & sweet
This was so fun! I absolutely adore Fiona and her spunky attitude. She’s so little and fierce!
Mark is such a genuine good guy, and we really get to see that in this book!
Plus we still get some Nate and Lainy!
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- Amber N
- 09-11-20
Enjoyed
This was a fun and easy read. The characters are easy to love and fun to listen too! I liked that he ended up on the other side of the story from his past. Great banter. Excellent duet narrators!
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