Life and Other Near-Death Experiences

By: Camille Pagán

Narrated by: Amy McFadden

Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins

Publisher's summary

Libby Miller has always been an unwavering optimist - but when her husband drops a bomb on their marriage the same day a doctor delivers devastating news, she realizes her rose-colored glasses have actually been blinding her.

With nothing left to lose, she abandons her life in Chicago for the clear waters and bright beaches of the Caribbean for what might be her last hurrah. Despite her new sunny locale, her plans go awry when she finds that she can't quite outrun the past or bring herself to face an unknowable future. Every day of tropical bliss may be an invitation to disaster, but with her twin brother on her trail and a new relationship on the horizon, Libby is determined to forget about fate. Will she risk it all to live - and love - a little longer?

From critically acclaimed author Camille Pagán comes a hilarious and hopeful story about a woman choosing between a "perfect" life and actually living.

©2015 Camille Pagán (P)2015 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

A happy ending is always nice

What did you love best about Life and Other Near-Death Experiences?

this book starts out kinda gloomy but i love the settle comedic reliefs in the book. the love story is nice and the fact this book takes you up and down all the way through it with realist insight to a cancer patients mind of fright and frantic actions. over all i love this book.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Life and Other Near-Death Experiences?

when libby goes of the deep and goes off on her boss because she was in need of time to cope and she just had enough of her bosses demands.

What about Amy McFadden’s performance did you like?

i like her soothing voice and the way she fluctuated her her tones to assimilated to the other characters.

Loved it!

First off, I think Amy McFadden did a superb job bringing Libby to life. This, this, is the difference a remarkable narrator can make in an Audible book. I'm not saying this book wouldn't have been one I'd have loved via the written word, but I must wonder if I'd felt so close to her because she came ALIVE in the Audible version. That said, this was a well-written, fun book to listen to, despite the seriousness of the situation. Pagan is an excellent author. I wished you'd had more of her work! (I looked.) This was my favorite Audible out of 90 I've heard!

Worthwhile Story- less worthwhile narration

I liked the story but had issues with the narrator. To me she sounded like she was about to break into an 80’s Valley Girl impression at any moment. Just not an enjoyable voice to me. Disappointed to notice I have another book narrated by her in my queue. The story was entertaining and at times funny. I think I learned a few new phrases I am going to have to try out. I liked the writing style throughout but the end seemed rushed and too neatly tied up. Worth a listen unless you are easily annoyed by unpleasant voices.

Powerful book on living with Cancer

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

Yes. It grabbed you from the beginning.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

I didn't like the changing of the voices to try to show a man's voice.

Who was the most memorable character of Life and Other Near-Death Experiences and why?

Libby, the main character.

What an awesome story!

I loved it! Original story!
The performances put me right in the middle of the story.
If you are expecting this to follow the movie, don't. It is the same story but several years after the credits roll for the movie.

Good

A good heart felt story. A story that makes you think about what is important in life.

my first audio

I am a newbie to audio books. I found this very much and plan to try more. The book itself was lovely and everyone can find a message that belongs to you.

strongly recommend

Cute and entertaining book; well written. strong message that life will always get better, and everything happens for a reason!

Authentic life lessons

Narrator was fantastic & nailed the author’s humorous content! This is a book with all the ‘feels’.

Overall Just Ok

While I started and finished this today while diamond painting, I'm not sure this was for me. I absolutely love the narrator, but the story overall was underwhelming and overall just an ok read for me.