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The Love Story of Missy Carmichael Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Beth Morrey (Author), Harriet Walter (Narrator), Penguin Audio (Publisher)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,140 ratings
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For fans of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and A Man Called Ove, a life-affirming, deeply moving "coming-of-old" story, a celebration of how ordinary days are made extraordinary through friendship, family, and the power of forgiving yourself - at any age.

"At a time when people are having to isolate, [this novel is] a balm, offering an expansive sense of love and possibility at a time when the main characters feel like those chances are gone." (Christian Science Monitor)

The world has changed around 79-year-old librarian Millicent Carmichael, a.k.a. Missy. Though quick to admit that she often found her roles as a housewife and mother less than satisfying, Missy once led a bustling life driven by two children, an accomplished and celebrated husband, and a Classics degree from Cambridge. Now, her husband is gone, her daughter is estranged after a shattering argument, and her son has moved to his wife's native Australia, taking Missy's beloved only grandchild half-a-world away. She spends her days sipping sherry, avoiding people, and rattling around in her oversized, under-decorated house waiting for...what exactly?

The last thing Missy expects is for two perfect strangers and one spirited dog named Bob to break through her prickly exterior and show Missy just how much love she still has to give. In short order, Missy finds herself in the jarring embrace of an eclectic community that simply won't take no for an answer - including a rambunctious mutt-on-loan whose unconditional love gives Missy a reason to re-enter the world one muddy paw print at a time.

Filled with wry laughter and deep insights, The Love Story of Missy Carmichael is a coming-of-old story that shows us it's never too late to forgive yourself and, just as important, it's never too late to love.

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  1. Listening Length
    9 hours and 54 minutes
  2. Author
    Beth Morrey
  3. Narrator
    Harriet Walter
  4. Audible release date
    April 7, 2020
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Penguin Audio
  7. ASIN
    B082J74VS3
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 9 hours and 54 minutes
Author Beth Morrey
Narrator Harriet Walter
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date April 07, 2020
Publisher Penguin Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B082J74VS3
Best Sellers Rank #31,780 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#750 in Family Life Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,254 in Literary Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,385 in Women's Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)

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M.C. Moody
5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect light reading to warm the heart!
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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This book is simply enchanting! The author does a fantastic job weaving words to create wonderful details and imagery.
It’s a book about real life situations and the love we should share with others.
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Ann Mershon
4.0 out of 5 stars a touching tale
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023
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This charming story recounts Missy’s 79th year, both painful and enlightening as she faces the consequences of her decisions, yet learns to open up as new friends invade her lonely world.
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jkatz
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book.
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
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This is definately a book worth reading. I enjoyed it totally and will keep it to read again one day.
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ladyhelen
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books I have read in a long time.
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2023
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This book starts slowly and bit by bit draws you into the world of Missy Carmichael, a 78 year old woman who lives alone. Her beloved son is across the world with his family, she is estranged from her daughter and her beloved husband was cut down by a terrible illness. She has no friends or social life and is near to giving up but those around her have other ideas. She meets a brash single mom who rants about politics and curses like a sailor and another woman who lives alone but is thriving. They, and others along the way, eventually over her resistance, become her new family. It is a story about love and second chances. There are some surprises along the way and a devastating event that almost destroys everything.
The characters are relatable and I found myself a bit sad that the book ended. Bravo for a beautifully done first novel.
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Joan Koko
4.0 out of 5 stars relationships
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2023
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Missy Carmichael was all on her own when she went to the park and ran into Otis and his mother Angela. Otis reminded her of her grandson Alfred who lives in Australia. She went back another day and ran into Sylvie. Meeting these people changed her life for the better though she didn't realize it at the time. One thing led to another, really very heart warming, but a bit of a slow read for me.
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Mrs. K.
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favorite books this year.
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023
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I finished The Love Story of Missy Carmichael a couple of days ago. And it still has me under its spell. It is a five star read for me, and I will absolutely read it again someday. An 80 year old woman finds new hope and renewal of spirit through new friends, an adopted (sort of) dog, and a restored family relationship she once thought destroyed. She is very real, and at times raw. I found myself not wanting to put this book down! And when it reached its conclusion, I was so moved! My husband could hear me from the other end of the house exclaiming “That was soooo good!!!”
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Alice Martha
3.0 out of 5 stars It Gets Better
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2021
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At first I found the story boring and not sure I wanted to finish. I'm glad I didn't give up though because the more I read the more I came to care for the characters. Not the best book I ever read but a sweet one.
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jom
5.0 out of 5 stars glad I stuck with it
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2023
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I wasn’t sure at first, then it got interesting, then a bit boring, then very sad, the relief of the sad emotions and was left feeling whole again.
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Bonnie Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars infuriating, touching, heart-warming, satisfying
Reviewed in Canada on October 18, 2023
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This book is so worth the read. Beth Morrey has sensitively and authentically captured the life and renewal of Life of Missy Carmichael.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Started off slow but got really interesting when her life changed. end surprised but great
Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2020
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I really liked the book and will be my choice for my book club in the fall.
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DRock from Hamilton
5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly as expected
Reviewed in Canada on June 10, 2020
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