• The Perfect Swing

  • By: James McGirk
  • Narrated by: Nick Jonas
  • Length: 37 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,459 ratings)

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The Perfect Swing

By: James McGirk
Narrated by: Nick Jonas
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Publisher's summary

Hear singer, songwriter, and actor Nick Jonas lend his voice to the history of one of his favorite subjects: baseball. 

This unique story is written specifically to help you drift off, with no clear beginning, middle, or end, so you don’t need to follow the details too closely. In it, you’ll hear Nick Jonas describe how Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams reached legendary status, and how they shaped the three components of a perfect swing. 

What is the perfect swing? You might be asleep before you find out.

This title is part of a collection of audio experiences created to deliver your best sleep during this difficult time. While we’re giving this away for free, we’ll also be donating meals daily through Newark Working Kitchens so those in need and first responders don’t go to bed hungry.

Brought to you in collaboration with Thrive Global.

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wow!!! great relaxing read

I received this book for free for a honest review.  I loved the characters and storyline.  it flowed very well and held together.  His voice is amazing. Didnt help me relax but I loved listening. The narrator did an excellent job of bringing the characters to life.  reccomend

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Swing for what you want

I thought that this was great! Put me right to sleep, and I am NOT a baseball fan either. Be warned though, Nick’s voice is pretty monotone and boring. This puts me right to sleep, but if that’s not for you then look elsewhere.

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Nice Swing

it is definitely a hit. Nick is a great narrator for bedtime. Perfect pace for the material.

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Wow

Perfect sleep story. Absolutely perfect. I now believe that I could listen to Nick read anything. Loved it.

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I listen to sleep

interesting story and soothing voice i fall asleep every time. I love this audiobook!

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put me right to sleep

The way he reads the book is very calming. I fell asleep pretty quickly which is the object.

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The Perfect Swing

Filled with interesting facts! Nick’s voice is very pleasant. Most times, I am asleep within 10 minutes. I have actually stayed awake maybe 3 times to hear the entire story.

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The Extra Inning

Nick's narration was very soothing and engaging. A bittersweet reminder of how baseball should be.

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Amazing

The history of baseball was really enjoyable and I didn’t think it would be that good but here we are and it’s really good

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Soothing and interesting!

His voice is very soothing and interesting story too!! I didn’t know Ted was a fighter pilot wow

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