Reese Witherspoon and Chris Pine headline the voice cast for the audiobook adaptation of Gone Before Goodbye, the debut novel co-authored by Witherspoon, an Oscar winner, and bestselling mystery writer Harlan Coben. This highly anticipated narration features Witherspoon as Maggie McCabe, the story’s lead character, while Pine voices her husband, Marc. The audiobook will be released in the U.K. by Penguin Audio on October 23 and in the U.S. through Hachette Audio on October 14.
Plot Focuses on a Surgeon Navigating Tragedy and Mystery
The story centers on Maggie McCabe, an exceptionally skilled Army combat surgeon whose life takes a dark turn after a series of devastating events. As the official synopsis explains,
“Upside down after a devastating series of tragedies leads to her medical license being revoked, Maggie has lost her purpose, but not her nerve or her passion.”
Struggling to find her footing, Maggie is offered a lifeline by a former colleague—an elite plastic surgeon whose secretive clients demand top-tier care and absolute discretion.
Mystery Deepens as Maggie Faces Dangerous Challenges
Halfway across the world, Maggie is called upon to provide unconventional medical treatment to one of the globe’s most enigmatic figures, secluded in an environment blending luxury and cutting-edge technology.
“Halfway across the globe, sequestered in the lap of luxury and cutting-edge technology, one of the world’s most mysterious men requires unconventional medical assistance. Desperate, and one of the few surgeons in the world skilled enough to take this job, Maggie enters his realm of unspeakable opulence and fulfills her end of the agreement. But when the patient suddenly disappears while still under her care, Maggie must become a fugitive herself — or she will be the next one who is… Gone Before Goodbye,”
the synopsis reveals.
Witherspoon Reflects on the Audiobook Production Experience
Reese Witherspoon expressed deep pride and excitement in her role bringing the audiobook to audiences. She remarked,
“to life as an audiobook has truly been a labor of love for me. I’m so proud of the one-of-a-kind recording we created — with every detail carefully chosen to make this story feel special. I can’t wait for you to hear the incredible cast and get swept away by all the twists and turns. I hope you love listening as much as we loved making it.”
Witherspoon’s dedication highlights the careful craftsmanship behind the production, elevating the storytelling through voice performance.
Supporting Cast and Anticipated Release Dates
The audiobook features additional voices including Saskia Maarleveld, Peter Ganim, Suehyla El-Attar Young, Kiff VandenHeuvel, and James Fouhey, rounding out the talented ensemble. Production teams in both the U.K. and U.S. have prepared for simultaneous releases, emphasizing the broad appeal and international interest in the audiobook. The involvement of acclaimed actors and a respected author pair underlines the project’s high profile within both literary and entertainment circles.
