The Return of Ruby Darling

De: Leeanne Slade

Narrado por: Eleanor Tomlinson

From Leeanne Slade, the #1 bestselling author of The Rebound, Told You So and The Glitch, comes a brand new Audible Original about love, family, and finding yourself – no matter how far from home you have to go. Narrated by Eleanor Tomlinson, star of Poldark and One Day.

Ruby Darling's life is falling apart. Her engagement is over, her career as a travel influencer is in shambles, and she's convinced the universe is out to get her. Desperate to turn things around, Ruby embarks on a life-changing journey to New Zealand to find her long-lost father, dragging along her estranged best friend, Nate.

As they navigate the stunning landscapes, Ruby and Nate's friendship rekindles into something more. But with family secrets, cosmic curses, and their own emotional baggage to contend with, can Ruby find the path to true happiness? Or will she lose everything – including the one person who's always believed in her?

Heartwarming, hilarious, and filled with wanderlust, The Return of Ruby Darling is the perfect escape for anyone who's ever felt lost and found themselves in the most unexpected places.

Sometimes all you need is the open road, and a bit of help from the Universe, to re-evaluate what – and with whom – you’re truly destined to be.

©2025 Leeanne Slade (P)2025 Audible Ltd.

The Return of Ruby Darling

Great story, great narration, and great characters! Would definitely recommend it to anyone.Bonus it is in the Audible Plus category!

Stunning

I am pretty stingy with stars, but this one deserves all the ones I can give it and so many more. This is one of the rarest of instances when author, story, characters and narrator are so perfectly matched that the experience becomes something other than just a good book. I am an Audible addict and there are many books I love with my whole heart, but I can honestly say that I enjoyed this one more than any other. This author is new to me, and I am floored by her talent. Every word is believable and beautiful. Elenor does a stellar job of narrating. Her voice is so lovely and soothing and she gets the timing and delivery perfect. There are hilarious moments when I laughed loud and long. Usually any comedy barely gets a soft chuckle. The story is different and goes to unexpected places. Edge of your seat kind of stuff. The spicier scenes are mild and elegantly written without any of the same 12 words that are seemingly used everywhere else. A comforting listen like rom coms are meant to be. I want a movie!! Highly highly recommended. The best credit I didn’t have to spend. Do yourself a favor and dive in. I hope the author receives due credit because she is something special.

Swoon, sigh, heart eyes

I was absolutely not prepared to adore this the way I did. Such a tender story. Several ups and downs. Love, love, love these characters. So sad to have it end

I laughed, I cried, I got angry

I randomly selected this book because I wanted something to listen to on a hike. Didn’t read anything about it but wow. I LOVED this story. It had everything a cute casual romance book should have. Also really loved the narration. Well done!

Best story I have listened to in awhile!

Absolutely loved the humor, character development and following the journey. It was delightful! The narrator was fantastic as well. Such an enjoyable story. Highly recommend!

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE

Amazing. I loved this book so much. Humor, romance, grief, so many good things wrapped into one book.

I sweet and intriguing

This book was supposed to entertain me during a drive but I was so captivated by the story of deep love, friendship, family, heart break and the beauty in facing so many hard painful aspects of life that & couldn’t put it down even after I arrived at my destination. I highly recommend this book and this author.

The voice was perfect for the story!

The story feel actual, fresh. I could see the smiles and anguish in the performer voice. Great! But after The Glitch, I would have preferred this story to be dual, and hear Nate's side. Great anyway.

Not clean & wholesome, but an okay romance

I don’t know why Audible is labeling this author’s books as Clean & Wholesome. The two I have listened to have had on-page sex and plenty of language, including this one. That aside though, this was an okay romance. I enjoyed listening to it, although I feel most credit is due to Eleanor Tomlinson’s work. There was an interesting plot twist and I felt satisfied with the HEA.

Phenomenal love story and personal growth saga!

I loved this story, I laughed out loud. I cried and I groaned at times wishing the lead could see herself more clearly! Such a beautiful depiction of love and how special it is to be loved as your full self.

10/10 recommend