Like Happiness: A Novel — Unabridged Audiobook
Like Happiness: A Novel is an unabridged audiobook by Ursula Villarreal-Moura, narrated by Marisa Blake. Its dual narrative follows Tatum Vega as a reporter’s questions about a powerful writer prompt her to revisit a complicated past relationship and its lasting effects.
At a glance
- The story alternates between Tatum’s present-day life in Chile and a letter recounting her relationship with the writer M. Domínguez.
- The narrative explores gender, fame, memory, Latinx identity, and imbalanced power dynamics.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format gives the story a stated listening length of 7 hours and 15 minutes.
- The dual timeline frames the central relationship through both present-day reflection and a letter to the writer.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 15 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Ursula Villarreal-Moura |
| Narrator | Marisa Blake |
| Publisher | Macmillan Audio |
| Publication date | March 26, 2024 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes allegations against the writer and Tatum’s recollection of their relationship as part of the novel’s premise. It is a story about difficult relationship dynamics and power.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in literary fiction about memory, gender, celebrity, and power.
- Readers seeking a novel centered on a complicated relationship and a reckoning with the past.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but the distribution also includes a notable middle group and a smaller share of low ratings. Without written feedback, the ratings do not reveal what listeners liked or disliked, so they offer limited guidance on the narration or the novel’s difficult relationship themes.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 15 minutes.
Who wrote and narrates Like Happiness?
The author is Ursula Villarreal-Moura, and the narrator is Marisa Blake.
What is the novel about?
Tatum Vega revisits her relationship with a famous writer after a reporter contacts her about allegations against him. The story addresses memory, gender, fame, Latinx identity, and power.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies this audiobook version as unabridged.
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