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The Reckless Oath We Made

Written by: Bryn Greenwood
Narrated by: Alex McKenna, Kirby Heyborne, Adenrele Ojo, MacLeod Andrews, Mark Bramhall, Maxwell Glick, Georgette Perna, Amanda Carlin, Kaleo Griffith
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Publisher's Summary

A new provocative love story from the New York Times best-selling author of All the Ugly and Wonderful Things.

"The story of Zee and Gentry is the reason we read." (Brunonia Barry)   

Their journey will break them - or save them. A moving and complicated love story for our time, The Reckless Oath We Made redefines what it means to be heroic. Zee has never admitted to needing anybody. But she needs Gentry. Her tough exterior shelters a heart that's loyal to the point of self-destruction, while autistic Gentry wears his heart on his sleeve, including his desire to protect Zee at all costs. When an abduction tears Zee's family apart, she turns to Gentry - and sets in motion a journey and a love that will change their lives forever.   

"[A] mind-blowing book that has left me scrambling to pick up the pieces of my brain and my shattered heart.... Prepare to have your mind and heart expanded to their limits." (The Oklahoman)

Audiobook cast of narrators:

Alex McKenna, as Zee

 Kirby Heyborne, as Gentry

 Adenrele Ojo, as Charlene

 MacLeod Andrews, as Rhys

 Mark Bramhall, as Alva

 Maxwell Glick, as Marcus

 Georgette Perna, as Rosalinda 

 Amanda Carlin, as Dottie

 Kaleo Griffith, as Deputy Evangelista

©2019 Bryn Greenwood (P)2019 Penguin Audio

What the critics say

“Leave it to Bryn Greenwood to find loyalty and love in a world that seems devoid of both.... Captivating, complex, and relentless, the story of Zee and Gentry is the reason we read, the chance to take a journey we’d never dare in real life, one that changes our perspective forever.” (Brunonia Barry, author of The Lace Reader)

“Unforgettable...Greenwood depicts an unconventional romance with honesty and tenderness. [This] upside-down contemporary fairy tale captivates with its wonderfully inventive storytelling and its compassionately drawn, flawed characters.” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review)

“The inventiveness of the plot is nicely matched by the richness of the characters, as the unlikely duo of Zee and Gentry prepares for the battle of their lives.” (Booklist

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Not for everyone

This was at most original, but in no way plausible. I didn’t like multiple narrators as they at times just didn’t fit the character and were somewhat jarring. I admit I skipped ahead as I did want to know the ending but couldn’t handle listening anymore.

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Beyond love

If you enjoy books with character development and an intriguing plot, read BG. I immerse myself in her words and become a part of the world she creates.

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Captivating

When I first started to listen to this book I thought I wouldn’t like it. After a few chapters, I was completely enthralled. A captivating story.

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really enjoyed the story

I could do without the multiple narrators. They really didn't fit.
loved the story otherwise. recommend the book!

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Loved this.

Loved this book so much.
I wish it went on longer to see how Zee and Gentry’s life went. I really enjoyed this book ! Lots of twists and turns and so adorable.

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Amazing story

I loved every moment. Bryn Greenwood has done it again. The characters will stay in my heart for a long time.

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