Unloved

The Unlucky Ones

By: Marley Valentine

Narrated by: Zachary Johnson, Michael Gallagher, J.F. Harding

We longed. We lost. We loved. Desperately.

I thought I had my life all figured out. But after a college football accident leaves me deaf, I was learning how to live all over again.

I expected the anger, the frustration, and the struggle to readjust, but what I didn't expect to happen amongst the chaos, was to fall in love.

Especially not with two men.

Rough-edged puzzle pieces, Rhys, Samuel, and I were nothing but aching memories, painful realities, and hidden scars.

We were products of our pasts, abandoned and unloved, messy and complicated. Individually we had baggage; together we had mountains to climb.

But when the three of us were tangled up in one another, spilling secrets in the dark, hearts beating in sync, nothing else mattered but them.

We needed to break the cycle, because they deserved love.

And who knows, maybe I finally did too.

©2023 Marley Valentine (P)2024 Marley Valentine

Remarkable!

Unloved by Marley Valentine is an emotional and deeply moving story that lingers long after the final chapter, Valentine is a new author for me, but delivers a narrative that explores love, grief, healing, and the fragile nature of second chances. The story is raw and intimate, pulling listeners into the inner worlds of the characters as they navigate loss and the possibility of rediscovering life after tragedy.

What makes the audiobook especially powerful is the incredible performance by the narrators. Their delivery brings a remarkable depth to the story, capturing every nuance of heartbreak, vulnerability, and hope that Valentine writes so beautifully. The emotional intensity feels authentic, and the narrators skillfully differentiate the characters, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the experience.
Moments of grief feel almost tangible, while quieter scenes of connection and reflection are handled with tenderness and care.

The narrators’ pacing and tone enhance the emotional rhythm of the story, making each revelation and turning point feel even more impactful.

Together, Marley Valentine’s poignant storytelling and the narrators’ exceptional performances create an audiobook that is both devastating and healing. Unloved is not just a romance—it’s a journey through loss and the courage it takes to live again. For listeners who appreciate emotionally driven stories and narrations that truly elevate the material, this audiobook is unforgettable.

Wonderful story, wonderful performance

Take 3 of my favorite male narrators and have them perform in duet a title from a very talented author like Marley and you get perfection. I'm sure it's an amazing experience to find love with 1 other person....If you can find it with 2...take it and hold on!

4 starz - worthy of a repeat listen

Perfection X 3 !!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Powerful & Gripping , Beautiful & Emotional !!
The narration is absolutely SUBLIME X 3 !!

FRIENDS TO LOVERS X 3
MED ANGST
HURT/COMFORT
EMOTIONAL
SEXY STEAM
TRIGGER WARNINGS

That was a good book.

Coming off a string of bad or mediocre books makes me appreciate good writing even more. I want to know more about all the characters we have met in this world, the ones who have books and the ones who maybe don’t yet. I feel attached to these fictional people and want to see them happy and thriving.
I also found myself appreciating the craft that is Marley’s writing, the way she told the story, the style of it. I enjoyed the device weaving throughout and bookending the story. That will mean something to you after you read or listen.

My only complaint is about the narration, and it is a small gripe. These are all very good voice actors and names I am happy to see when I’m shopping my next listen. No shade to any of them. Their performances were spot on. The problem is that their voices are quite similar. I find it easier to delineate characters when there is more contrast between voices. Especially in this case, with duet narration for the mains, but the same three voicing all the side characters. I found myself sometimes having to think about whose voice was speaking. If I’m the only one, that’s a me problem, but if others feel the same, it might be a consideration for future casting decisions.

Don’t let that put you off grabbing this book. It is well worth your time.

Great story

following the up/downs of 3 men lifes. they bond together when they realized they need each other