Ordinary Grace cover art

Ordinary Grace

Preview

Try for $0.00
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
Premium Plus auto-renews for $14.95/mo + applicable taxes after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Ordinary Grace

Written by: William Kent Krueger
Narrated by: Rich Orlow
Try for $0.00

$14.95 per month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy Now for $27.83

Buy Now for $27.83

Confirm purchase
Pay using card ending in
By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's Conditions of Use and Amazon's Privacy Notice. Tax where applicable.
Cancel

About this listen

Award-winning author William Kent Krueger has gained an immense fan base for his Cork O’Connor series. In Ordinary Grace, Krueger looks back to 1961 to tell the story of Frank Drum, a boy on the cusp of manhood. A typical 13-year-old with a strong, loving family, Frank is devastated when a tragedy forces him to face the unthinkable - and to take on a maturity beyond his years.

©2013 William Kent Krueger (P)2013 Recorded Books
Coming of Age Historical Literary Fiction Suspense Fiction Mystery Heartfelt

What the critics say

“Krueger aims higher and hits harder with a stand-alone novel that shares much with his other work.” ( Kirkus Reviews)

What listeners say about Ordinary Grace

Average Customer Ratings
Overall
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    134
  • 4 Stars
    39
  • 3 Stars
    8
  • 2 Stars
    3
  • 1 Stars
    2
Performance
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    144
  • 4 Stars
    21
  • 3 Stars
    3
  • 2 Stars
    2
  • 1 Stars
    1
Story
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    126
  • 4 Stars
    35
  • 3 Stars
    5
  • 2 Stars
    4
  • 1 Stars
    1

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    4 out of 5 stars

Amazing!

I haven’t enjoyed a book so much in years!the narrator was wonderful,the story captivating

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    4 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    4 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

What a wonderful surprise

There was nothing “ordinary” about this wonderful story. I loved the narrator who so convincingly rendered the characters voices. This book had everything…a family experiencing tragedy, mystery, love hope and, especially, faith. Highly recommend.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

This is a great book

Wonderfully written. I loved this story. Has a stand by me vibe. Very well written moves along quickly the characters are all relatable. It was extremely captivating and full of emotion.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Spellbinding

I found myself drawn to the characters in this period setting of the 1960’s in a small town. It spoke true.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Totally enjoyable

I enjoyed this book and had trouble putting it down. It has been one of my favourites.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Best book I’ve read in a long time.

Well worth the listen. Never drags voice performance is outstanding. All voices are very realistic touching but not sappy. Highly recommend.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    4 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    4 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    4 out of 5 stars

Engages the reader on a deep level

This novel describes the travails of a young set of brothers and the strife that may arise within a small community shaken by the ravages of death. It is a poignant reflection on the end of human life and the grief that can alter our otherwise stable and predictable reality.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

6 people found this helpful

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Completely delivered

I was in the mood for a really good story and I certainly got one. Fantastic narration and character voices.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars

Ordinary Grace wasn't so Ordinary after all!

I loved this book, it spoke to me like no other book has. It showed me that everyone can have that grace if we just stop fpr a moment and just be still.
Thank you

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    4 out of 5 stars

Stand by Me- esq

If you like the Wonder Years and Stand by Me, you’ll enjoy this book. It’s dark in places, but life has darkness.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!