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  • And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer

  • A Novella
  • Written by: Fredrik Backman
  • Narrated by: David Morse
  • Length: 1 hr and 9 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (59 ratings)

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And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer

Written by: Fredrik Backman
Narrated by: David Morse
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Publisher's Summary

A little book with a big heart!

“I read this beautifully imagined and moving novella in one sitting, utterly wowed, wanting to share it with everyone I know.” (Lisa Genova, best-selling author of Still Alice)

From the New York Times best-selling author of A Man Called Ove, My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry, and Britt-Marie Was Here comes an exquisitely moving portrait of an elderly man’s struggle to hold on to his most precious memories, and his family’s efforts to care for him even as they must find a way to let go.

With all the same charm of his best-selling full-length novels, here Fredrik Backman once again reveals his unrivaled understanding of human nature and deep compassion for people in difficult circumstances. This is a tiny gem with a message you'll treasure for a lifetime.

©2016 Fredrik Backman. All rights reserved. (P)2016 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

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one of my all time favourites.

Backman writes in a way that immerses you in every line. Simple yet powerful writing, that makes you reflect and celebrate the little things.

the narrator captivated each character in their voice perfectly.

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and every morning.....

Sad story, but beautifully told with much love.
David Morse told it with feeling.
well done!

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Sad breaks your heart

This story is about a father who's focus on the past and the future slowly dims but in a moment of clarity words spoken so clearly so enlighten to his family explains humanity and love for one another.

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Such an amazing story!

This is my first Fredrik Backman book, but it definitely won’t be my last! I loved, loved, loved this story! As for the narrator, I’ve seen him as an actor before (I’m pretty sure he was on St. Elsewhere back in the day, but he’s been on many other tv shows and movies, as well). I’ve always loved the roles he’s played, and now I love him as an audiobook narrator, too! Five-stars from me in every possible aspect! Highly recommend!!

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Beautiful, heartwarming

Written and performed to touch the heart. Anyone who has loved and lost will appreciate it's beauty and humanity.

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This would be the natursl saga of a Brilliant Mind

I absolutely loved it. The story we've between the characters and the Grandfathers spiral in and out of reality like a seemless dance routine. Not jarring but delicate, and with grace and sophistication.

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Beautiful, sad, hopeful

An old man makes the last journey through his memories as his mind fades. So touching, so beautiful. Worth listening, the narrator is perfect!

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Amazing story!

What a story! So heartwarming,sad and beautiful ..exactly what life should be. Full of amazing thought provoking questions and answers. A must read for everyone. The kind of book that you will to go back and reread and get even more from it.

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Beautifully Wriiten

I love Fredrik Backman’s writing style and this one does not disappoint - it will resonate with anyone who’s been on a similar journey or not. He has brilliantly captured the mystery, fear, love and emotion. I’m so glad he decided to share this work. Narration was wonderful.

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I smiled, cried and loved.

This is such a beautiful novella. It touches you in places you didn’t know you had. Bachman writes with so much soul and beauty. I have enjoyed every one of his books and never forget a single one. They come back to me at the strangest and most opportune times. I know this one will do the same.

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