The One That Got Away by Mike Gayle @mikegaylethenovelist @david.ijiti @brilliancepublishing #TheOneThatGotAway

the setup…
It’s been six months and Reuben Miller is still not over the breakup with his ex-girlfriend Beth. When he learns she’s getting married this weekend, he considers a last attempt intervention until his friends plan one for him. They arrange a fancy day in a leased Ferrari to distract him…until Reuben gets a call from Beth as he’s just about to leave home.

the heart of the story…
This is a clever twist on the idea about “the one that got away.” Reuben thinks that call means a second chance and I wasn’t sure what it might be. We get a then and now narrative that puts some shape to Reuben and Beth’s relationship and why it ended. And, if there’s a second chance.

the narration…
It is all Reuben’s story to tell and David Ijiti gave him wonderful voice. Loved his performance and storytelling skills.

the bottom line…
In the interest of full disclosure, I will listen to anything Mike Gayle has to say in his writing. This may be short but still has his signature themes and messaging I adore. He fully captures the heart and soul of his characters. It’s quite the gem and the ending was perfection.

Book Info

• Release Date: May 1, 2025
• Narrator: David Ijiti
• Audio Length: 2 hours, 43 minutes
• Publisher: Amazon Original Stories

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(Thanks to Brilliance Audio and NetGalley for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)