The Candidate's Husband Audiobook, Unabridged
The Candidate's Husband is an unabridged political-fiction audiobook about headteacher Kirsty’s bid to become an MP and her husband Rick’s attempt to shape her campaign. Its domestic and political conflicts, with a revelation from the past, suit listeners looking for a contemporary political story with personal stakes.
At a glance
- A contemporary political story follows Kirsty as she pursues a parliamentary by-election campaign while navigating conflict with her husband.
- The audiobook is listed as unabridged, with a listening length of 9 hours and 49 minutes.
Reference price: £14.69
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Unabridged narration lets listeners follow the full story rather than an abridged version.
- The plot connects a political campaign with marital tension and a revelation from the past.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 49 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 9 Dec. 2025 |
| Author | Wendy Sacks Jones |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Sarah Durham, see all |
| Publisher | Bolinda audio |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The premise centres on political ambition and conflict within a marriage, so it may be a less suitable pick for listeners seeking a plot focused solely on electoral politics.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in contemporary political fiction and the personal pressures surrounding a campaign.
- Audiobook listeners who prefer an unabridged story with a listed running time.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
61% 61% - 4 stars
22% 22% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
7% 7% - 1 star
4% 4%
Customer feedback describes the book as enjoyable, with positive remarks about its vivid contemporary narrative and plot twists that keep the story engaging through to the end. That response may appeal to listeners drawn to the political and domestic tensions in the premise. The overall rating distribution leans positive, but includes lower-star ratings too, so reactions are not uniformly favourable.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as enjoyable and praise its story.
- Feedback highlights a vivid contemporary narrative and plot twists.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote The Candidate's Husband?
The listing names Wendy Sacks Jones as the author.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names Sarah Durham as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
Its listed listening length is 9 hours and 49 minutes.
Is this edition abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
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