Full, Julia Spiro
Full, Julia Spiro
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Full

Author: Julia Spiro

Narrator: Brittany Pressley

Unabridged: 9 hr 12 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/01/2022


Synopsis

To her followers, she advocates for an authentic and transparent life. In reality, she’s living a perfect lie.Wellness influencer Ava Maloney’s enormous success is based on total transparency, extolling the well-documented virtues of her full, balanced life.But the truth is, Ava’s social media platform is built on a lie. And her double life is beginning to take its toll.Escaping Los Angeles for a luxury wellness retreat on Martha’s Vineyard, Ava believes she can get everything back on track. No fans will be the wiser to the real reason for her visit. With the help of the other guests, staff, and a supportive local, Ava begins regaining control of her body, her mind, and her life. Except someone is onto her, threatening to expose the secret she’s hidden for so long. Ava was prepared to face her demons, but not publicly. Not yet.The fallout might also force Ava to finally reconcile who she’s been pretending to be with who she actually is—a woman discovering the real meaning of a full and balanced life.

About Julia Spiro

Julia Spiro is the author of Someone Else’s Secret. She lives year-round on Martha’s Vineyard with her partner, their son, and their rescue dog. For more information, visit www.juliaspiro.com.


Reviews

Quick read, interesting, not for everyone: 4.5 stars When none of the First Reads options sound appealing, I usually get the children's book. This time, the least off-putting for my mood was Full, though I had wished to read a preview. I ended with this choice because, having only high ranking review......more

A good book, but be warned... This book was a trigger. If you have body issues, you might want to steer clear. I had to skip most of the middle and just go to the end. It was a good story, well written, but not a book for me unfortunately. 5 star writing with 2 stars for ⚠️ warning. Step back of you......more

Goodreads review by BRIONY

I actually enjoyed this book. It was well written with likeable characters. * Please be warned though it describes an eating disorder in a lot of detail *......more

Full by Julia Spiro. Thanks to #anazonfirstreads for the gifted e-Arc ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ After a horrible night, Ava drunkenly signs herself up for a wellness retreat. The next day she finds out she is committed to going; no refunds. How will she manager her influencer career from the retreat? How will she c......more

Such a critical read, especially for the digital age and/or anyone who has ever struggled with an ED. Julia Spiro is a vivid, empathetic and deeply tuned in writer. I loved this book!......more


Quotes

“Raw and unflinching, this heartbreaking portrait of one glamorous social media influencer’s quest for physical perfection is insightful and moving, thanks to author Julia Spiro’s talent in proving the power of authenticity. The main character’s transformative journey to Island Wellness and Martha’s Vineyard delights with an insider tour of the sparkly New England island, a place where nature can heal the deepest wounds.” —Brooke Lea Foster, author of Summer Darlings