If You Only Knew

By: Kristan Higgins

Narrated by: Xe Sands, Amy Rubinate

Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins

Publisher's summary

Sisterhood in all its drama, hilarity, and tears is at the heart of New York Times best-selling author Kristan Higgins' thoroughly captivating new novel, featuring the wit and romance that listeners have come to expect from the much-loved creator of the Blue Heron series.

Wedding-dress designer Jenny Tate understands the happily ever after business, yet somehow she's still involved in her ex-husband's life. In fact Owen's new wife may - inexplicably - be Jenny's new best friend. Sensing this, well, relationship isn't helping her move on, Jenny trades the Manhattan skyline for her hometown up the Hudson, where she'll be able to bask in her sister Rachel's picture-perfect family life...and hopefully make one of her own.

Her timing couldn't be more perfect, since Rachel will need her younger sister. Her idyllic marriage has just fallen to pieces in spectacular fashion after she discovers her husband sexting with one of his colleagues. Second chances aren't in Rachel's nature, but the desire for an intact family has her rethinking her stance on adultery, much to Jenny's surprise. Rachel points to their parents' "perfect" marriage as a shining example. But to protect her sister, Jenny may have to tarnish that memory - and their relationship - and reveal a secret about their family she's been keeping since childhood.

During this summer of secrets and lies, temptation and revelation, Jenny and Rachel will rely on each other to find the humor in their personal catastrophes, the joy in their triumphs...and the strength to keep hanging on.

©2015 Kristan Higgins (P)2015 Recorded Books

Wonderful! So glad I didn't let other reviews sway me!

This was my first Kristen Higgins book. I'm glad that I didn't read her others first, because I would have been expecting something of this one like many fans did. This is actually the best book I have listened to in a long time. The writing was amazing, the characters were extremely well-developed, and the story moved me deeply. While I can understand that some did not like Amy Rubinate's nasal narration, it grew on me after a while and wasn't so bad. I would love a part two to this story simply to find out what happens to the main characters in the future. All in all, this was an excellent use of a credit. I am looking forward to reading Kristan Higgins' other books.

This is a fabulous read!

I have new favorites! This is my first Kristan Higgins book. What a talent! How did she know Jenny & I think alike, in our thoughts. Wow!
The narrators were amazing and I could barely wait to get back to this story! I read the ending so slowly, because I could not stand for it to be over. The irony is I’m so grateful this was a great story, because I was unfamiliar with the author and the narrators. I simply chose this book because I loved the cover!! You will not be disappointed.

Loved it!

This was my first Kristan Higgins book but I plan to listen to more. I loved her characters! The narrators were both wonderful which made me feel like the story truly came alive. Well done!

WOW! BRAVO! LOVED LOVED IT

Paperback (edit)
Review WOW! BRAVO! LOVED LOVED LOVED this book. At first I wasn't sure, but as I got to know the characters I was puling for certain ones and wishing death on others.
Rachel was so whiny and pathetic, I wanted to slap her.
Adam was a filthy, lying pig who needs to be both junk and throat punched NUMEROUS times.
Jenny was weak but hopeful, she needs a real backbone just not the one she pretends to have.
Owen was not as perfect as Jenny made him out to be...he needs to be junk and throat punched as well.
Their mom was annoying
Those triplets stole my heart.
Jared was a good man...sighs
Leo, obviously suffering from a major loss, I wanted to make it all better for him.
Kimber was awesome!
Insane twist, wonderful growth of charters, some obvious moments that the characters didn't see and SUPERB ENDING!

Im really enjoying Kristan Higgins!!

Good story line, great narration an all around feel good book! Will def read more of her books.

Wow. Just wow.

It's been awhile since I've been so quickly engrossed and involved in a book. The characters in If You Only Knew are real humans, with flaws and life-changing challenges to deal with. This is not a "Calgon, take me away" kind of romance, so of you're expecting a perfect, hunky firefighter type male lead with six pack abs, look elsewhere. If you want to read a riveting story about love, loss, hope, and family, then download this book right now.

Fell in love with these sisters!

I really enjoyed this book. The double story-line kept my interest throughout the book. There were some predictable moments, but some surprises as well. The narration was very good and the characters really drew me in. It includes a bit of romance, but is more of a story about two strong women. Great book. Definitely recommend.

Pulls at the heartstrings

You will need Kleenex. Maybe a good whiskey. Perfect narration. Definitely add this to your must read!!!!

Best Book Ever-If You Only Knew

This author and the presenters were fantastic! The plot moved at a perfect pace. The characters were real in their thinking and decisions. It was beautifully written. A favorite book for me.

great

heartwarming and I loved the story line and complexity of your characters. keep em coming