NEVER BEEN SHIPPED

Set sail with narrator Ellie Gossage and this contemporary romance. Micah's band gained popularity in her teenage years after being featured on a hit television show. However, the group's second album never took off. A decade later, the band is reuniting for a performance on a themed cruise ship. Micah's bandmate and childhood best friend, John, misses playing music and is excited to have a second chance at reconnecting with her and the rest of the band. Gossage successfully portrays both the heroine's and the heroes' chapters, creating a balanced pace and nuanced character voices. Listeners will be fully invested in Micah and John's second chance at finding love and making music together. J.J.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2025]