Heartburn audiobook review

Written by: Nora Ephron
Narrated by: Mery| Streep

THE WALKING BOOK CLUB SNEAKER RATINGS:

Motivation to Move: 5 Sneakers
Quality of Narration: 5 Sneakers
Overall Experience: 5 Sneakers
Listening and moving time: 5 hours 30 minutes

A Quick Listen Full of Quick Wit

Originally published in 1983, Heartburn by Nora Ephron was recommended to me by a friend during a lively discussion about favorite audiobook narrators.

Since Meryl Streep’s narration in Tom Lake had earned an enthusiastic five sneakers from me, diving into Heartburn was a no-brainer. True to form, Streep doesn’t just narrate audiobooks—she performs them with a flair that transforms listening into a delightful experience – another five sneakers for narration.

Ephron’s Heartburn spins a comedic yet poignant tale centered around a seven-month-pregnant protagonist, Rachel Samstat, dealing with the infidelities of her second husband.

The brilliance of Ephron’s writing lies in her ability to blend humor with the raw, emotional turbulence of marital betrayal. It’s a mix that had me chuckling one moment and sympathizing deeply the next.

The humor is sharp, the dialogue snappy, and the situations hilariously relatable. Heartburn is a stellar choice if you’re on the hunt for a quick, laugh-out-loud listen. I zipped through the audiobook at 1.5x speed without losing any of the witty nuances, finishing in just four hours.

It was the perfect companion for my weekend walks, providing both entertainment and a listen that motivated me to keep moving. Heartburn gets a solid overall five sneakers from me—an absolute must-listen for fans of well-crafted, humorous storytelling.

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