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    The Measure: A Novel
    The Measure: A Novel
    The Measure: A Novel
    Audiobook10 hours

    The Measure: A Novel

    Written by Nikki Erlick

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    4.5/5

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    About this audiobook

    INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The Read With Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick!

    ""A story of love and hope as interweaving characters display: how all moments, big and small, can measure a life. If you want joy, love, romance, and hope—read with us."" —Jenna Bush Hager

    A luminous, spirit-lifting blockbuster that asks: would you choose to find out the length of your life?

    Eight ordinary people. One extraordinary choice.

    It seems like any other day. You wake up, drink a cup of coffee, and head out.

    But today, when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small wooden box. The contents of this mysterious box tells you the exact number of years you will live.

    From suburban doorsteps to desert tents, every person on every continent receives the same box. In an instant, the world is thrust into a collective frenzy. Where did these boxes come from? What do they mean? Is there truth to what they promise?

    As society comes together and pulls apart, everyone faces the same shocking choice: Do they wish to know how long they’ll live? And, if so, what will they do with that knowledge?

    The Measure charts the dawn of this new world through an unforgettable cast of characters whose decisions and fates interweave with one another: best friends whose dreams are forever entwined, pen pals finding refuge in the unknown, a couple who thought they didn’t have to rush, a doctor who cannot save himself, and a politician whose box becomes the powder keg that ultimately changes everything.

    Enchanting and deeply uplifting, The Measure is an ambitious, invigorating story about family, friendship, hope, and destiny that encourages us to live life to the fullest.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperCollins
    Release dateJun 28, 2022
    ISBN9780063204249
    Author

    Nikki Erlick

    Nikki Erlick is the author of the instant New York Times bestseller The Measure, which was a Read with Jenna Today show book club pick. The Measure has been translated into twenty-four languages worldwide. She has a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a master’s degree from Columbia University. She lives in Los Angeles.

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    Reviews for The Measure

    4.5/5

    2,361 ratings100 reviews

    What our readers think

    Readers find this title to be a thought-provoking and original novel with engaging characters. The concept of receiving a string that measures the length of one's life raises many questions and sparks discussions. While some readers felt that certain storylines and characters were stereotypical, overall, the book offers a unique and captivating reading experience. The narration by Julia Whelan is highly praised. The book explores themes of humanity, adversity, and the fear of the unknown. It is recommended for those seeking a thought-provoking and life-affirming read.

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    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Loved this whole story - but the audio quality was not great. Would skip for a couple minutes at a time.

      2 people found this helpful

    • 4/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      I throughly enjoyed the premise of this book. I can’t say that I’ve read anything like it. It’s a very thought provoking novel.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      I loved this book. Yeah it was a bit saccharine at times but it had me along for the ride the entire way. A Carpe Diem reminder should always be welcome. This Carpe Diem story, in particular, was inventive and unique. Cheers to the author and narrator.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      This was such a smartly written book that is scarily realistic. I could absolutely see this happening in the world that we live in today. The narration of my personal favorite narrator, Julia Whelan, and the exceptional writing of the author brings forth all of the emotions that any world citizen might have emotionally, physically, socially, politically and personally. Would anyone really want to know??? Read this amazing book and find out for yourself!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Loved this! I liked the premise when I read the synopsis, but the story went so much deeper than I anticipated. It really delved into all the 'big deep questions' about life, while remaining engaging and still telling the characters' stories. I stayed up all night to listen in one go. Highly recommend this book!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Wonderful all around . The narrator, the storyline, pace…everything was well done. Very happy I took a chance and listened.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      This is one of those books that leaves you thinking about for weeks after you’ve finished it.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Amazing book. I enjoyed it beginning to end. Well done!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 3/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Great concept but way too slow and lacks a story. It feels like a social studies lesson in that alternate universe.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      OK. The book just wasn’t what I expected.

      It is fine as a compilation of relationships and the varying human emotions…heavy discrimination theme and underlying political messages. Not really a mystery or conspiracy novel, which is what I was seeking. Why were the “strings” created and by whom?

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      This is the kind of book that I won’t forget, and I’ll think about for a long time to come!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Good story, a little slow at times but enjoyed the story one and the premise is very unique!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      Very good story of how the world and more specifically 8 characters', lives are forever changed by the appearance of mysterious strings foretelling the length of their life. I usually don't gravitate toward stories with so many characters because I get easily lost, but the way that this group of characters wound together to help the story progress was great and the story was ultimately very satisfying. Highly recommend his book!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      Sep 9, 2023

      It was awesome throughout, but the ending... I hate ending like this one and still it destroyed me. I love books were I have to think and argue with myself about important matters, values and topics. Therefore, I love this book. It's genius is unreasonable.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5

      May 19, 2025

      The reader's voice is very soothing and I've listened to this story as I fell asleep for the past few nights. It was a moderately emotional story but it is thought-provoking enough to make you think of the length of your life and how you are making full use of it - are you merely chasing after material success or are you truly embracing your life despite its ups and downs?
    • 5/5

      Feb 23, 2025

      I enjoyed this book day and night. I looked forward to listening to it while gardening and cooking and before going to sleep.
    • 4/5

      Jan 21, 2025

      I had no idea what I was getting into while reading this book. Read it for book club. This book hit home. Really got my mind reeling and broke my heart at times. Such a great read and would defiantly recommend to other people.
    • 5/5

      Nov 19, 2024

      Thought provoking. Makes you think about how you live your life.
    • 5/5

      Jul 28, 2024

      It is a book that makes you think. Pretty entertaining read but also makes you ponder. Moves fast. A book for our times. You cannot help but relate to the current political happenings since 2016. Especially the COVID times.
    • 5/5

      Jul 3, 2024

      I like that this story is somewhat timeless. No pre- or post- pandemic, no specified war zone or political parties. A lovely read.
    • 1/5

      Jul 1, 2024

      Interesting premise that went nowhere. No surprises here at all.
    • 5/5

      Jun 12, 2024

      Amazing book! It really made me think about what I would do if short and long strings were part of our reality.
    • 4/5

      May 5, 2024

      Powerful and beautifully told, but marred by strong, gratuitous profanity.
    • 5/5

      Mar 27, 2024

      This book was phenomenal. I cried for the entire final hour and I would read it again and again.
    • 3/5

      Mar 26, 2024

      Meh. Hokey. Farfetched. I’ve read worse, but would not recommend.
    • 5/5

      Mar 11, 2024

      thought provoking. loved the intertwining of the lives, overcoming what life throws at you.
    • 2/5

      Feb 24, 2024

      An interesting idea that never seems to play out leaving you waiting for something that never comes.
    • 5/5

      Jan 28, 2024

      I loved the premise of the book. Makes you think and reflect on your own life. Very well narrated. The middle of the book got a bit long, but it was still great. Would recommend.
    • 5/5

      Jan 19, 2024

      I love it, I wanted to keep listening. Great book and it really helped me be more present and live life purposefully.
    • 5/5

      Jan 2, 2024

      Its absolutely lovely! My favorite book of 2023! 6 stars!