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Long Way Gone
Long Way Gone
Author: Charles Martin
"No matter where you go, no matter whether you succeed or fail, stand or fall, no gone is too far gone. You can always come home." — At the age of eighteen, musician and songwriter Cooper O'Connor took everything his father held dear and drove 1,200 miles from home to Nashville, his life riding on a six-str...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780718084714
ISBN-10: 0718084713
Publication Date: 10/4/2016
Pages: 352
Rating:
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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4.1 stars, based on 7 ratings
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 12
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JoyfulatHome avatar reviewed Long Way Gone on + 18 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Just finished the best novel I have read in a long time. Well written and has a fantastic message. I can't decide whether to keep it or pass it along so that many more can read it. If you are walking through life unsure of where you are going, please read this book cover to cover. It will possibly give you the direction you need. There will be joy, tears, laughter, questions, and hope. I read about 60 books a year and this one will be the most memorable.
susieqmillsacoustics avatar reviewed Long Way Gone on + 1062 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
If you haven't read Charles Martin, you should do yourself a favor and pick up any one of his books. He is a masterful storyteller and will take you though a range of emotions. This is probably my favorite of his books I have read (and that is saying a lot). It is particularly wonderful if you are a lover of music (as I am). It is a beautiful tale of a father's love for his son and a son's journey to redemption. The characters become a part of your heart and we are left with wisdom to ponder. It is tragic and heartbreaking but also uplifting, triumphant and heart mending.
librarymom avatar reviewed Long Way Gone on + 15 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This book is described as a modern retelling of the Parable of the Prodigal Son; however, this is subtle and does not "ruin" a complex plot. Music lovers and guitar players will enjoy the author's knowledge and descriptions of guitars, songwriting and the music industry. There is a scene about three-fourths into the storyline that is dubious, but it's my chief complaint. Also, the main character interacts with an "angel-like" being (though he is never plainly identified as an angel) that would not stand up to biblical scrutiny. Otherwise, this is a good book for its excellent writing and likeable characters.
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