Home Stretch

A Novel

By: Graham Norton

Narrated by: Graham Norton

In this “compelling, bighearted, emotionally precise page-turner” (Sunday Times), the New York Times bestselling writer and acclaimed television host explores the aftermath of a tragedy on a small-town to illuminate the shame and longing that can flow through generations—and how the secrets of the heart cannot stay be buried forever.

It is 1987 and a small Irish community is preparing for a wedding. The day before the ceremony, a group of young friends, including the bride and groom, are involved in an accident. Three survive. Three are killed.

The lives of the families are shattered and the rifts between them ripple throughout the small town. Connor survived, but living among the angry and the mourning is almost as hard as carrying the shame of having been the driver. He leaves the only place he knows for another life, taking his secrets with him. Travelling first to Liverpool, then London, he eventually makes a home—of sorts—for himself in New York, where he finds shelter and the possibility of forging a new life.

But the secrets—the unspoken longings and regrets that have come to haunt those left behind—will not be silenced. Before long, Connor will have to confront his past.

A powerful and timely novel of emigration and return, Home Stretch demonstrates Norton’s keen understanding of the power of stigma and secrecy—and their devastating effect on ordinary lives.

Another Brilliant Slice of Life Story

Mr. Norton has once again taken a single event and brought it to life, giving it texture and depth and weight. He introduces us to a variety of characters and makes us care about them. I highly recommend this book

Tepid Plot

I disliked the predictable plot. But the characters were like able and realistic especially the gay ones.

Got to love the Daily Deals

I picked up this book on the daily deal and I'm so glad I did. It's a really good story and I thoroughly enjoyed the listen. I will be looking at other books by this author. Thanks Audible for the daily deals which allow listeners to check out new authors with low risk.

Fabulous

Graham is a fabulous writer! Have always liked his show (the big red chair is the best!) but his true talent is his story telling. Thank you Graham!

A Wonderful Story

It took me a few minutes to get into this story yet I'm so glad I stuck with it. It's got a little bit of everything to make it a delightful listen! I usually read suspense or mysteries and will admit, this was a pleasant change of pace.