Working it Out by Nicola May — Unabridged Audiobook
Working it Out by Nicola May is an unabridged romantic-comedy audiobook narrated by Penny Scott Andrews. It follows Ruby Matthews through a year of trying twelve jobs while navigating new relationships and reconsidering what she wants from work and life.
At a glance
- Ruby sets herself a challenge of trying twelve jobs in twelve months after an unexpected redundancy.
- The story moves through varied jobs, from nannying in the South of France to waiting tables in Soho and working at a Harley Street clinic.
- Romance and relationships develop alongside Ruby's search for a fulfilling career.
Reference price: £12.33
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The unabridged audio edition has a stated listening length of 7 hours and 29 minutes.
- A succession of different jobs gives the story a clear year-long structure and varied settings.
- Customer feedback describes the book as humorous, emotionally engaging and easy to follow.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 29 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Narrator | Penny Scott Andrews |
| Author | Nicola May |
|---|---|
| Publisher | QUEST from W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 15 Nov. 2018 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a romantic comedy about career changes, relationships and trying new jobs.
- Readers who enjoy light, accessible stories with emotional themes and an ensemble of larger-than-life characters.
- A holiday listen for fans of contemporary women's fiction and romantic comedy.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a factual career guide or a story focused solely on workplace decisions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes Working it Out as an amusing, easy-to-follow romantic comedy, with praise for its happy ending, engaging characters and emotional treatment of themes including grief and belonging. The ratings are mostly favourable, though a smaller share are lower. For listeners choosing this 7-hour 29-minute unabridged narration, the reported mix of humour and emotional depth may suit a light holiday listen that still has more serious moments.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the humour and say the story made them laugh.
- Feedback highlights the engaging characters and the story's accessible readability.
- Customers mention its happy ending and emotional depth.
Frequently asked questions
What is Working it Out about?
Ruby Matthews tries twelve jobs in twelve months after being made redundant, while reconsidering her priorities and encountering new relationships.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names Penny Scott Andrews as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 7 hours and 29 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
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