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Spring Fever

By: Mary Kay Andrews
Narrated by: Kathleen McInerney
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Publisher's summary

In Spring Fever, the New York Times bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews delivers her delicious new escapist novel about small towns, old flames, and deep secrets

Annajane Hudgens truly believes she is over her ex-husband, Mason Bayless. They've been divorced for four years, she's engaged to a terrific new guy, and she's ready to leave the small town where she and Mason had so much history. She is so over Mason that she has absolutely no problem attending his wedding to the beautiful, intelligent, delightful Celia. But when fate intervenes and the wedding is called to a halt as the bride is literally walking down the aisle, Annajane begins to realize that maybe she's been given a second chance. Maybe everything happens for a reason. And maybe, just maybe, she wants Mason back. But there are secrets afoot in this small Southern town. On the peaceful surface of Hideaway Lake, Annajane discovers that the past is never really gone. Even if there are people determined to keep Annajane from getting what she wants, happiness might be hers for the taking, and the life she once had with Mason in this sleepy lake town might be in her future.

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“Kathleen McInerney perfectly presents this cheerful, funny story about second chances and true love. It's a story full of Southern charm and witty dialogue, and McInerney's Southern accents are well done. Her fake ‘sweet' voice for the villainous Ceila is enough to make one's teeth hurt, and everyone would love to have a best friend like Mason's determined sister, Pokey. A superior listen leaves one smiling.” —AudioFile Magazine

“Narrator Kathleen McInerney does the book proud, conferring subdued Southern accents on the Carolina natives and distinguishing between men and women with unobtrusive variations in key. She gives a pint-size, non-icky voice to a mystery child, Sophie, and a perky, uber-yummy Midwestern accent to the Nebraska-born manipulator, Celia. The book is a sparkler with just desserts and comeuppances dished all around.” —Newsday

“Kathleen McInerney's narration is clear, crisp, and appealing…The Southern accent she creates is effective in all its forms: soft and sweet or acerbic and cold. This entertaining, contemporary romance is perfect for light, summer listening.” —Publishers Weekly

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Still funny, interesting characters, laughs

I've read and/or listened to all of the Mary Kay Andrews books. After reading a couple of other reviews for this book, I was hesitant to buy. My sister convinced me after she got the hardback. Yes, I did stay up way too late two nights in a row wanting to hear what happened next. Pokey was my favorite character because she didn't give a rip about what anyone said.

As usual with Mary Kay's books, I laughed out loud at many parts because the dialog between her characters is strong. Maybe it is because I have lived in the south all my life that many of the references resonated with me. I enjoyed this entertaining little respite from reality. Think I will go have myself a cherry soda.

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Cute Story

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This was a cute story set in small town North Carolina. I really enjoyed the way Andrews brought the characters to life. I didn't want to put the book down.

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Where are Andrews quirky characters?

Savannah Blues, Hissy Fit, and Little Bitty Lies and other books of Mary Kay Andrews are great reads. This one is sweet but so predictable with many mawkish moments. I found I didn't laugh once when reading this book, while I am usually cracking up over her characters' zany antics. I couldn't wait for her new book to come out but I hope the next Andrews will bring the "crazies" back that make her books so much fun!

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A good light read

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

Everything it was slightly unbelievable with the ex wife being in the situation she was in but I loved the book.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Mason wakes up to Celia

Who was the most memorable character of Spring Fever and why?

Annajane she was just very likeable

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Story Fun, Narration Disappointing.

Would you try another book from Mary Kay Andrews and/or Kathleen McInerney?

LOVE Mary Kay Andrews! But she is a SOUTHERN author, the narration was NOT and when she tried to be it was terrible. Mary Kay should know better than to have someone read her southern novels with such a terrible accent. Took away from the story.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

Liked the supporting cast of characters.

What didn’t you like about Kathleen McInerney’s performance?

She was so wrong for this book!

Was Spring Fever worth the listening time?

It was just "ok"

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please Mary Kay, have a real southerner read your books. (or a better actress). All your other books have been so much fun!!

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A fun listen

This was fun listening, but the story was not without problems. There were bits that should have been edited out, because they went nowhere in the end. But overall, I enjoyed it very much. The characters were believable, as was the plot. It made me want to cry, did make me laugh, and I sympathised with the people who came to life. The setting was part of the story, so it was enjoyable as well.
I enjoyed the narration. Many books set in the South are read in a 100% Southern accent, so when a character isn't from there, it is jarring to hear that accent. Kathleen McInerney reserved the Southern accent for the characters' dialog, and eschewed it for the descriptions, so when the character with the mid-western accent was speaking, it didn't disturb. The characters are also given distinct voices, so it's relatively easy to know who is speaking.
As well as all that, there is a bonus interview with Mary Kay Andrews at the end that was informative. Sometimes it's nice to get those questions of "how do you start a story" and "how do you invent your characters" answered. Her answers are interesting and surprising in some ways.

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Great summer listening!!

Mary Kay Andrews knows how to write the perfect beach read. And this one, narrated by Kathleen McInerney, is a fantastic beach listen. I didn't want it to end.

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Light and sweet

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This is a story about rediscovering lost love and friendship.

AnnaJane and Mason used to be married, so when she finds herself at Mason's wedding, she starts thinking about what happened to end their marriage and how she still loves him--despite being engaged to another man, as well. The story is about Annajane and Mason, but also small town living, the south and friendship. Conflict comes at Annajane and Mason in the form of their fiancees, family members and the business that Mason's family owns and which employs all the locals.

Kathleen McInerney did a great job with the Southern accent and distinguishing between different characters.

It's not deep, but it's well told and good chick-lit.

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I liked !

Great story about Anna Jane and her marriage, x-husband, and future husband. She has trial and tribulations along the way with family, friends, and acquaintances. Everyone is not as they seem and Anna Jane finds out how deceitful some people can be. Will listen again! Great narration.

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another great listen

loved it. i'm ready for the next one. i thought that summer rental was great but spring fever showed it up. easy relaxed several times did not want to leave the car. it's to me a must listen. will keep on the will listen to again list.

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