Conned by Sharon K Angelici (Narrated by Jessie Elwyn)

Heartfelt, Geeky, and Emotionally Resonant

5 out of 5 stars

Conned is a heartfelt, geeky, and emotionally resonant sapphic romance that blends convention culture with real-world healing in all the right ways. Centered around two women from vastly different worlds—one a brave, battle-worn firefighter and the other a creative soul surviving through art (and a little bit of a side hustle)—this audiobook is both a comfort read and an emotional catharsis.

Ella Eastman lives for the adrenaline of firefighting, but even she needs a break sometimes. Morgan Hail lives for art, but paying the bills means turning her creativity into hustle. Their paths collide at The Blacktree Comic Palooza, where a case of fan-art miscommunication and a cosplay contest lead to sparks neither of them expect. What begins with a little fandom-fueled friction soon turns into something tender and transformative as these two women begin to open up—not just to each other, but to the possibility of something more.

What Makes This Story Special:

• Authentic Convention Culture: The scenes at the comic con are written with accuracy and humor, capturing the chaos, passion, and occasional gatekeeping that come with fandom spaces. From the vendor tables to the cosplay stage, it feels real and truly authentic

• Original Careers & Characters: Morgan runs a rage room. Ella runs into burning buildings. The uniqueness of their jobs adds depth and personality to both characters and shapes their worldview in fascinating ways.

• Respect for Cosplay & Fandom: This story honors cosplay not just as a hobby, but as an art form that takes time, talent, and devotion. It’s refreshing to see that kind of dedication treated with care on the page.

• Emotional Honesty & Growth: Both Ella and Morgan carry emotional trauma, but their romance never seeks to magically fix those wounds. Instead, it gives them a foundation to be vulnerable, to support one another, and to begin healing in a safe, loving space.

• Realistic Relationship Development: The initial misunderstanding doesn’t derail the entire plot, and their connection builds gradually. Surface-level attraction turns into real emotional intimacy, and it’s so satisfying to watch unfold.

• Perfectly Paced: At just over five hours, this audiobook is short but deeply immersive. The slow-burn romance is balanced beautifully with emotional growth and just enough drama to keep things interesting.

Jessie Elwyn delivers a compelling performance that perfectly captures the essence of both leads. She conveys Ella’s intensity and guarded nature just as effectively as Morgan’s warmth and quiet resilience. The narration adds layers to their dynamic and makes their chemistry even more believable.

Equal parts sweet, healing, and full of geeky joy, Conned is a standout audiobook that respects its characters and its readers. It’s an easy, rewarding listen for anyone who loves romance rooted in mutual support and shared passions. Whether you’ve been to a dozen conventions or never stepped into one, this story offers something tender, genuine, and a little therapeutic—especially if you’ve ever had your own healing to do.

Book Description:

For Ella Eastman, firefighting is life. She’s devoted her body to being the best, but everyone needs a break from reality once in a while. For Morgan Hail, art is life, but she has to make a living. Their lives collide when television fandoms intersect at The Blacktree Comic Palooza.

Morgan’s captivating fanart leads to a heated misunderstanding, and a cosplay contest brings these two women together – though only one of them knows the truth.

This unlikely pair heats up when their real-world lives collide, but what will happen to their budding romance when Ella reveals her secret identity? And can they find a way to make things work when Ella’s job hits a little too close to home?

Conned is a story of love, loss, new beginnings, and fandom.

Trigger warning: child death, fire trauma, and suicide

Conned by Sharon K Angelici
Narrator: Jessie Elwyn
Length: 5 hrs and 17 mins
Published by Self Published on September 25th 2023
Genres: LesFic/Sapphic Fiction

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