Challenge

By: Amy Daws

Narrated by: Will M. Watt, Charlotte Cole, Martin Foster

Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins

Publisher's Summary

He's her patient. She's his doctor. They shouldn't. But God, do they want to.

Camden Harris, the famously hot, hulk of a footballer is laid up in a London hospital. But his busted knee doesn't stop him from running his well-practiced game on Indie Porter - his redheaded spitfire of a doctor. She's not his type, not even close. But she could be the perfect distraction from the soul-crushing damage this injury could cost him.

Indie's tired of her naivety putting a target on her back. As a gifted child, she's let her education take the front seat her whole life. But a fling with a footballer like Camden might be just what she needs to grab life by the balls.

And he could be the perfect guy for the plan she's been sitting on for over two years.

But when feelings make a final play, there's no amount of medicine that can heal the damage to their hearts.

©2016 Amy Daws (P)2017 Amy Daws

British, sporty romcom perfection

Where does Challenge rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

At the very top. Tied first place with That One Moment.

What did you like best about this story?

The story is fun, it's heart-warming, it's smart, it's cute and definitely romantic and sexy.

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

With the dual narration style, the characters come to life so much more than I ever could have had them in my head. The narrators really embody the characters, even switching between then, but it sounds effortless, seemingless, greatness.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I love pretty much the entire book. But What really stood out to me was Indie realising she cannot let go of Cam, she needs to take a stand and WANTS to take a stand. Their connection is pure magic.

Any additional comments?

Everyone should read this, or better yet, listen to it.

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Perfection

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

First, when I read the ebook I was blown away at these amazing characters Camden and Indie were created with such amazing depth. But to hear these voice bring them to life. LOVE IT!

What other book might you compare Challenge to and why?

Any of the audiobooks by Amy Daws. The duet style narration gave so much life to this story.

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Inflection. Sure, you hear it in your head, but to feel the pain and pleasure.The natural style these two narrators give to the characters si unmistakable.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The Pun written in the book. the Tower scene.

Any additional comments?

This book is completely and utterly amazing.

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✫✫ 4 Stars ✫✫

I enjoyed this book. At first I wasn't sure if it was going to be for me but very quickly I knew I would enjoy it. I enjoyed that it was different, not the same story you've read a million times before. Cam is a footballer who in the beginning comes across arrogant but he stole my heart right away. Indie is a brilliant 23 year old doctor who is innocent. When these two meet it's complete fireworks!! I loved how they were with each other. Their relationship is HOT and fast with some drama of course. I will say the " I'm not good enough for you" thing bothers in in book and life so I wanted to yell at them a few times for getting in their own way. But I liked that they talk through the issues each of them have and help each other move forward. I also really liked his family and hope they'll be more books for them. Oh and did I mention the sex was pretty HOT too!

The narration ended up being great when I really thought I wan't going to enjoy Will M. Watt's voice, not that he isn't a good narrator because he really is, I just wasn't sure I like his voice for Cam but I forgot about that after the first sex scene LOL, In the end he gets 5 stars! Charlotte Cole was fabulous too! I loved that it was a duet style narration!

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loved the narration, hated the story

I'll be honest, the main reason I bought this was because of Will M. Watt. He's an amazingly talented narrator with a soothing deep voice. He did an amazing job narrating along with Charlotte Cole.

The characters in the book were not very mature. The miscommunication, the flip flopping of emotions made my teeth clench in irritation. The characters are supposed to be in their mid 20's, but it seemed they were more teenagers than adults. I can understand an athlete behaving like this. Not a doctor.

I don't think I'll pick up another Amy Daws book.

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Fabulous

Wow I absolutely loved this book!! A definite must read!!
Loved Cam and Indy are great cant wait to listen to the rest

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Cute story

I thought the narrators were very good and I loved how they alternated on dialog like a movie. The story was very good and flowed right along. Cam and Indy were such likeable characters. You will definitely want to listen to this as it made me laugh out loud a few times and swoon at some too. This was the first time for me with this author and I will definitely listen to more of her books.

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A whole lot of push and pull

3 - 3.5 stars. I enjoyed a lot of this book, including the characters and the primary storyline but there was too much push and pull for me. The story started to lose its hold on me when Indie completely shut out Cam. All's well that ends well, I suppose, but it didn't work as well for me as I hoped. Since I really liked the characters and the secondary characters, I'm looking forward to giving book 2 of this series a try.

Audible: The narrators were fantastic. They had great pace, tone, energy, and really fit the characters they were reading. I would absolutely recommend this audible. It's definitely one of the best audible I have listened to in quite a while.

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Everyone loves a Challenge

Would you consider the audio edition of Challenge to be better than the print version?

I never read the print version but I really enjoyed the audio. The narrators were great.

Would you recommend Challenge to your friends? Why or why not?

I would recommend Challenge to any of my friends that haven't listened to a duet narrated book .

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite scene was when Camden professed his love for Indie.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

When a professional athlete meets a very talented doctor, falling in love can become a wonderful Challenge.

Any additional comments?

I have never read a duet narrated book and although it took a little getting used to, I really enjoyed it, The narrators were great. The voice for Cam showed a lot of emotion that as a listener I could really feel. Overall, 4 stars. I would definitely listen to another book by Amy Daws.

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Challenge Accepted!

What did you like best about this story?

Camden Harris is a famous footballer, Indie Porter is an up and coming doctor. Unlikely to ever be on each other's radar, they meet when Cam is injured. After meeting, their destiny can't be anything other than together. Camden and Indie are so likable, you can't help but want them to be together. Their individual stories are compelling, and they are fun and sweet together. The book has the perfect mix of sweet, sexy and funny.

Which scene was your favorite?

I liked when Cam took Indie to see this football stadium--it was fun seeing them outside the hospital together and provided key insight into their back stories. I also really enjoyed the scenes with the Harris brothers together.

Any additional comments?

Will M. Watt & Charlotte Cole were perfect! I can't imagine a better choice in narrators to tell this story. In the past, I have not been a huge fan of Duet narration but this book was good enough that I will give them another chance. I can't wait to hear the rest of the Harris brothers stories!

9 people found this helpful

Love Love Love

Would you consider the audio edition of Challenge to be better than the print version?

Yes with these three Narrators how can it not be better then print!!

What does the narrators bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Will is just amazing he just makes want me to swoon when I hear his voice. Martin and Charlotte are also great. The three did an amazing job.

Any additional comments?

Amy does it again, her books are amazing. Always so sweet and HEA, cant wait for more.

2 people found this helpful

Great book well narrated

Brilliant book well narrated by two excellent narrators. Brought the book to life very well

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a Harris twin

I was given this audio book for a review.
this is the second book by Amy Daws I have listened to. And i have to Say i loved this book better then the first. in the other book I kept thinking. I need to know more about the Harris twins. And here it is. a Harris twin. just as i imagined. it is fantastic.
Amy have this way of making really funny easy love storys. not to much drama. not complcated caractors. and i love love love her bacon sandwich teori.
She has become a oneclick auther for me. And I cant wait to start the next book in this series.
I Hope in time all the Harris Brothers get a book.

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This story definitely 'scores a hat trick'

Any additional comments?

I was gifted a copy of this audiobook in exchange for a fair and honest review. This is the first book by Amy Daws that I have read but it definitely scored a 'hat trick' with me, I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline, characters and the narration. I wasn't sure I would be able to get into this book as I'm not overly keen on 'sports' storylines but there was just enough in this story to give you a feel for the sport without becoming too technical. Indie and Cam are great characters with lots of attitude and chemistry, as are some of the lesser characters. I really enjoyed the dual narration of this book, both of the narrators bring their characters to life and I loved the different accents used for other characters too. It definitely adds more depth to the scenes and storyline. I can honestly say that I am looking forward to meeting the rest of the 'Harris' brothers.

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I'm in love with the Harris brothers

I love Amy Daws' audibles and this is up there with the best of them. I loved her London Lovers series and although it's not part of the series we have a crossover of characters. We follow resident doctor Indie Porter as she attempts to do groundbreaking surgery on soccer player Camden Harris (he's a player on and off the pitch), following a bad tackle during a match. Indie has so many issues, issues that I didn't understand until later in the story, which meant I found her cold hearted and callous with Camden at times, and especially in her pursuit to lose her V card. Even though Camden was a player, I was very much sympathetic to him and his issues and I really loved his openness. He was the perfect book boyfriend. The chemistry between them both was swoon worthy. Indie's work ethics went out the window when she came across Camden's smoulder, and the doctor patient line was well and truly crossed. Once she finally came clean about her life and her feelings I found I actually really liked her. I am so looking forward to the rest of the brothers' stories, I just love these boys. The story was narrated in Duet, which really worked for me in thus instance. I loved the narrators (I've finally got used to the British accent in an audio, and although some annoy me, these worked for me). Twinnies story next I'm hoping

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Challenge Accepted

I have a little obsession with all things Harris Brothers. I've read Challenge twice and thought it would be great to challenge myself and listen to the audio too. And boy am I glad that I did. The audio book of this novel is just as good as reading Amy Daws brilliant words.

Here we have two talented narrators giving life to Camden and Indie, the best possible voices for these two and ones who really draw you into the story. I may now have a secret crush on a certain male narrator.

Amy Daws is a fantastic author, so talented and real. She brings you characters that are flawed, challenging, a handful (in the best way) and down right beautiful. I am a huge fan and fangirling like crazy over these Harris Brothers and the world they create.

Amazing!!

Why did I wait so long

Really enjoyed this story once I got into it, a bit slow to begin with but hot as hell once it heated up.

Favourite Book in the Series So Far.

This book is my favourite of the series so far I love the story line. The chemistry between them was freaking HOT. Amy definitely knows how to keep you hooked and I wish they would go on forever.

MY FIRST BOOK BY THIS AUTHOR

My first book by this author and I listened to Challenge on Audio.



I don't know if it was the audio version that had me laughing out loud, the way the narrator gave Cam the Cheekie chappie cockney character but I loved it and it would be interesting to see if reading the book would have the same effect.

The story though was great. Camden Harris is a rising star in British football, at a pinnacle in his career but an injury on the field results in a trip to the ER and in need of an operation.

Indie is the Doctor on duty when Cam is brought in, Cam on pain drugs and high thinks he is seeing a red-headed angel. Cam is charming, funny, cheeky and full of innuendoes. I loved his character.

Indi is a virgin and has a penis list that she drafted up with her friend, she is very specific of who she wants to lose her virginity to and eventually work through the list.

P 1 would be a player, a bad boy...
P 2 would be a romantic guy.
P 3 would be a mixture of P#1 & 2.

Personally, I didn't get the penis list, I thought it was silly for a 24-year-old to have such a list but it was a big part of the plot due to Indie pulling away from Cam wanting to carry on with her penis adventures before settling down.



There was a constant push and pull with the characters mainly on Indie's part, the girl just didn't know what she wanted or knew how to show her feelings so often coming across as cold.

Camden had been brought up in a big family where he had the love of his brothers, sister, and dad, indie, however, had no-one and this caring and showing emotion was a whole new concept for Indie.

In summary, Challenge is a great story, a lighthearted read that had hotness, laughter and a cheeky footballer who went from playboy to a one-woman man.

I will definitely listen to the next book in the series, the Harris brothers are so likable and funny i have already downloaded Keeper and plan on reading Endurance.


Recommended British sports romance and Audio

Light happy read

Really good easy going story. I really liked the characters and the narrators were great.

Narration heaven, duet style.

I initially struggled with this book as it is set in my professional world and the ethics of the relationship were problematic to me even though I know this is fiction. But as the couple grew on me, I enjoyed it more and more.

The duet narration style was superb and both British narrators had wonderful voices and emotion, capturing the characters perfectly. If only all audiobooks set in the UK with Brits had accents like this. The story was fun, serious, hot and allowed me to escape into the world of Cam and Indy. Cam was quite the evolving man and I really came to like him.

This was my first book by Amy Daws and it has left me highly anticipating the next brother. I look forward to reading and listening to more of her work.