Free Audiobook : Wish You Were Here, by Jodi Picoult

Diana O’Toole has her life mapped out: marry by thirty, kids by thirty-five, and a thriving career in the high-stakes art auction world. As an associate specialist at Sotheby’s, she’s on the cusp of a big promotion, and her boyfriend, Finn, a surgical resident, is about to propose on their dream trip to the Galápagos Islands. But when a new virus sweeps through New York City in March 2020, Finn’s hospital needs him, and Diana finds herself boarding the plane alone, unsure if she’s ready to face paradise without him.

Stranded on Isabela Island as the world shuts down, Diana’s romantic getaway turns into a test of survival. With no luggage, a closed hotel, and spotty Wi-Fi, she’s forced to rely on the kindness of a local family, including a mysterious guide and his troubled teenage daughter. As she navigates the island’s wild beauty and grapples with isolation, Diana starts to question the life she’s so carefully planned, finding unexpected connections that challenge everything she thought she wanted.

Narrated with heartfelt precision by Marin Ireland, Jodi Picoult’s Wish You Were Here is a gripping, emotional journey through love, loss, and resilience. This audiobook weaves a vivid tapestry of the Galápagos’ exotic landscapes and the raw realities of the early pandemic, pulling you into Diana’s world with every twist. It’s a story that’ll make you laugh, cry, and reflect on what it means to truly live, perfect for anyone ready to explore the human spirit in a time of crisis.