The Season

By: Jonah Lisa Dyer, Stephen Dyer

Narrated by: Erin Spencer

In this “wryly amusing” (Booklist) modern retelling of a beloved classic, a soccer star with Olympic dreams is entered into “the season” as a debutante by her meddling Southern belle mother.

“A fun, modern take on Pride and Prejudice.”—Jojo Moyes, bestselling author of Me Before You

“Austen fans . . . will appreciate the message about staying true to oneself.”—Publishers Weekly

Debutantes. Debauchery. Disaster.

A soccer star with Olympic dreams, Megan can’t believe her Southern belle mother secretly entered her and her twin in the Dallas debutante season. Her attitude gets her on debutante probation: she’s got a month to prove she can be a proper Texas lady or she’ll get the boot and disgrace her family.

Trading her cleats for kitten heels, Megan waltzes into a full schedule of dazzlingly extravagant parties. When she’s swept off her feet by the charming Hank Waterhouse, she starts to think being a deb might not be so bad (if only she didn’t have to contend with a backstabbing blonde and her billionaire boyfriend).

But that’s before Megan finds herself in the middle of a media-frenzy-causing scandal, being humiliated in front of a dozen ten-year-olds, and getting punched in the face by another girl.

The season has begun . . . and the drama is just getting started.

Critic reviews

Praise for The Season:

“The Season is a fun, modern take on Pride and Prejudice, perfect for girls who know there is more to life than how you look.”—Jojo Moyes, bestselling author of Me Before You

"Wryly amusing."—Booklist

"Austen fans will enjoy recognizing classic Pride and Prejudice moments and appreciate the message about staying true to oneself."--Publishers Weekly

"This tale covers no new territory and yet is a thoroughly enjoyable read, especially for fans of Austen retellings."--School Library Journal

Thoroughly enjoyed it

The setting, the plot, the pace, the characters, the dialogue ... all terrific. And the heroine was no-holds-barred someone to admire and root for. Loved it!

Fun and entertaining!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The characters were so fun and entertaining. I laughed out loud in some places because the narrator beought out each moment. If you are looking for something to lighten your spirits this is it.!

My kind of story.

I really enjoyed this one. It had romance. It had comedy. And best of all, it had depth. A definite recommend.

Big D, Dallas & Debs

Would you listen to The Season again? Why?

Really loved this book. Has a classic style and form, but set in modern day Dallas. Great summer read for everyone and recommend for tweens, teens and college. Story of Megan who doesn't like to be judged on her outward appearance and actions, yet she is quick to judge others. She learns not to judge so quickly and how to show the world who she really is.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Megan of course!

Which character – as performed by Erin Spencer – was your favorite?

She performed well.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Lots of laughter, and plenty of touching moments.

Any additional comments?

Great book!

Good audio, engaging story, too much sex!

I liked this story, but since this book is aimed at a teen audience, I was dismayed that too much time was spent suggesting that all girls have casual sex without any consequences as long as it's done with a condom!!!!!