Unplanned

By: Natalie K Martin

Narrated by: Belinda Fenty

Heartwarming, funny and bold, Natalie K Martin’s Unplanned asks: what if the unplanned moments are what life’s all about?

Travelling the world for eleven years, Zoe and Sam have been living the dream—Sam’s dream. But when Zoe discovers she is pregnant, she decides it is time to find a new dream, even if Sam isn’t a part of it.

Back in London and sleeping in her childhood bedroom, Zoe’s new life at first seems nothing more than her old single life, but with a bump. But then her best friend, Nina, challenges Zoe to take the next nine months to complete a pre-baby bucket list.

Now forced to look at her life through a new lens, Zoe has to decide what she wants, and whether that includes a man or not. But after a decade of being part of a ‘we’, is nine months enough time for Zoe to find out who she is as a ‘me’?

©2022 Natalie K Martin (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Beautifully Tender

I really liked this story. It was like watching a really good lifetime movie of self discovery, independence and making big decisions. I like the main character and the supporting characters were really cool. I was so proud of Zoey by the end of the book and wanted to hear more about her next chapter. It was told in a soft, tender and relatable way. I definitely recommend.

Different read but good nonetheless

It’s not my normal read, but it was so good and I really enjoyed it

Womanhood

I truly enjoy this audio I can relate in many ways with her experience. Being a single mom a black woman friend and girlfriend this story is truly relatable. It was told so beautiful and with the way she find herself in this story it couldn’t have been told any better!

Powerful, Tender Story About Worth, Growth, and Choosing Yourself

This book absolutely stole my heart. Not only is it a beautifully written story, but it meant so much to me on a personal level. I saw a lot of myself in these pages, especially as a woman who experienced pregnancy and motherhood on her own. That connection made this story hit even deeper and stay with me long after I finished it.
Zoe’s journey is a powerful, affirming look at how an unplanned pregnancy can completely reshape your life while also helping you discover who you truly are. Watching her learn her worth, find her voice, and realize she can do hard things on her own is both emotional and empowering. She comes to understand that she doesn’t have to appease others out of fear of being alone, and that expressing what she wants and needs is not something to feel guilty about.
The relationships in this book are incredibly heartfelt. The bond between Zoe and her daughter is tender, fierce, and grounding. The support from her family and friends shows just how important it is to have people who lift you up, and the relationships with her best friend and her mother are written with so much care and depth.
At its core, this story is about self-worth, resilience, and choosing yourself and your child above everything else. It’s about trusting your strength, honoring your needs, and waiting for the person who is truly right for you. This book is honest, hopeful, and deeply moving — a reminder that you are worth more than you ever thought and that you can build a beautiful life on your own terms.
A truly unforgettable, five-star read. 💛

Unexpected

Just loved this! It's truly a good read or listen with beleavible characters. Narration was spot on even without a male voice.