Sophie Gets Real Audiobook by Nancy N. Rue
Sophie Gets Real is an unabridged audiobook by Nancy N. Rue about faith and family challenges. Sophie’s baby sister is born with Down syndrome, while social difficulties at school add to her questions about why bad things happen.
At a glance
- The story follows Sophie as her family adjusts to her baby sister Hope’s Down syndrome diagnosis and Sophie faces exclusion and social friction.
- Sophie’s medical-expert persona does not solve her personal struggles. The story centers on learning to recognize love even when it is difficult to see.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged narration gives the story a stated listening length of 3 hours and 40 minutes.
- The plot brings family change, friendship challenges and questions of faith together in one character-focused story.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 3 hours and 40 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Nancy N. Rue |
| Narrator | Judy Young |
| Publisher | Zonderkidz |
| Publication date | June 8, 2011 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a Christian children’s story about family, friendship and faith.
- Those seeking an unabridged audiobook narrated by Judy Young.
Less suited to
- Listeners who do not want a story that addresses Down syndrome, social rejection or religious questions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sophie Gets Real about?
Sophie faces questions about hardship after her baby sister Hope is born with Down syndrome, alongside difficulties with peers. The story explores faith, love and family.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Who wrote and narrates this audiobook?
The listed author is Nancy N. Rue, and the narrator is Judy Young.
Is this an abridged recording?
It is listed as unabridged.
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