The Wall of Winnipeg and Me

A Novel

By: Mariana Zapata

Narrated by: Stephen Dexter, Emma Wilder

Length: 17 hrs and 51 mins

Publisher's summary

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Mariana Zapata’s most beloved book, The Wall of Winnipeg and Me—now with new exclusive content!

Vanessa Mazur refuses to feel bad for quitting—she knows she’s doing the right thing. The thankless job of personal assistant to the top defensive end in the National Football Organization was always supposed to be temporary. She has plans for her life, and none of them include washing extra-large underwear one more day for a man who could never find it in him to tell her good morning, congratulate her on a job well done, or wish her a happy birthday—even when she was spending it working for him.

The legendary “Wall of Winnipeg” may be adored by thousands, but after two years Van has had enough.

But when Aiden Graves shows up at her door begging her to come back, she’s beyond shocked. Mr. Walled-Off Emotions is actually letting his guard down for once. And she’s even more dumbstruck when he explains that her job description is about to become even more outrageous: something that takes the “personal” in personal assistant to a whole new level.

What do you say to the man who is used to getting everything he wants?

©2023 Mariana Zapata (P)2023 HarperCollins Publishers

Fantastic!

I loved the audiobook and the extra content that's been added since the original one. having both narrators really added to the story for me.

Awesome

It has been a few years, since I have used an audiobook to listen to a book I was reading, and it was incredibly enjoyable. The performances were wonderful, and it was great to listen to! Definitely recommend! 

Slow burn

This author is new to me. I’ve listened to two of her books so far.
Besides the use of the Lords name in vain….. I appreciate the build up of the relationship before any intimacy.

Missing the original narrator

I Love Mariana Zapata and I love this story. Callie Dalton’s version was amazing. It’s a shame they didn’t have her redo the book. Emma is a great narrator but lines that are beloved fell flat. Her voice was not Vanessa. The male narrator sounded more like a CPA than a football player. I bought this to support Mariana but will relisten to the original on repeat like always.

Loved hearing Aiden’s voice

I love this story and I knew that wouldn’t change. However, I loved the duet narration even more than I thought I would. Being able to hear Aidens voice brought the story to life.

A Slooow Burn That I Love

I love a good character study and don’t mind a slow emotional burn. MZ has this mastered. This is very slow, just letting those know who need the more ‘action.’ I loved this story and will listen again.

Loved

The duet narration really made this slow burn romance come to life. Totally worth a credit.

Love a slow burn

The anticipation in this book kept me up all night! The voice actors were perfect and the story was funny, emotional, and amazing!

Second time around

First, if you never heard the original recording of this book, it’s quite possible you will have a completely different view. I listened to the original recording of this book several years ago, and at the time I was able to borrow it from, what is now, Audible Plus. But after listening to it, I didn’t purchase it because I knew I wouldn’t listen to it again. This time I had to purchase it to listen.

I enjoyed the dual narration this time, but I missed Callie Dalton’s FMC narration. (Though Emma Wilder did a fine job… it’s just different.)

I love Marianna Zapata’s books, She’s the queen of slow burn for sure, but this story still just doesn’t click with me. That said, I did not hate it! Sometimes, I think I’m missing the ability to understand the MMC if I don’t get any of the story from his perspective. Yes you hear “his voice” but none of the story is told from his perspective so, for me it’s a difficult connect. He can be a grump… but understanding what is going on in his mind while he is outwardly grumpy toward the FMC just helps me understand the character better. It’s more of a full picture thing. I love how Mariana writes and she will always be an automatic “purchase” for me.

Original narrator did it better

Love the story-not at all happy with my original purchase being “lost” and this version being supplied by tech support. Sus!