• The First Phone Call from Heaven

  • A Novel
  • By: Mitch Albom
  • Narrated by: Mitch Albom
  • Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (2,462 ratings)

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The First Phone Call from Heaven

By: Mitch Albom
Narrated by: Mitch Albom
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Publisher's summary

The First Phone Call from Heaven tells the story of a small town on Lake Michigan that gets worldwide attention when its citizens start receiving phone calls from the afterlife. Is it the greatest miracle ever or a massive hoax? Sully Harding, a grief-stricken single father, is determined to find out. An allegory about the power of belief - and a page-turner that will touch your soul - Albom's masterful storytelling has never been so moving and unexpected.

Readers of The Five People You Meet in Heaven will recognize the warmth and emotion so redolent of Albom's writing, and those who haven't yet enjoyed the power of his storytelling will thrill at the discovery of one of the best-loved writers of our time.

©2013 ASOP, Inc. (P)2013 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"The author narrates the ensuing confusion and controversy, as well as the varying viewpoints of those who believe in the messages from the dead and those who don't. Albom portrays each individual's reaction with genuine compassion. Amid the excitement and bewilderment, he's still able to keep Harding's voice familiar and deferential. Albom uses a soothing, quiet voice--fitting and purposeful--for each phone call from the unknown. Sound effects such as a phone ringing, a doorbell, and a sudden knocking sound are all effective in achieving such a thought-provoking and inspiring story." ( AudioFile)

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Intriguing, engaging, reflective

This is a well narrated and beautiful story that pulls you in with plausibility, doubt, curiosity and yearning. Enjoy!

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Excellent. A real heart warmer & mind twister

Well written and impossible to stop listening to. You will never be bored or distracted.

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Great story

This was a great story with believable characters and an amazingly believable storyline. Narration was very good.

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Loved this book

The story was impeccable! It kept o my interest the whole way through. It certainly makes you think.

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Heartfelt Concept

Such a beautiful tribute to life and death. Something we all can relate to. I appreciate the voice reading in different tones and GREAT character development. Recommend!!!

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A great story to make you believe!

A feel good story! It is definitely worth the read! I always love Mitch Albom’s stories! Sit back and Enjoy!

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Just allil off

The book never grabbed me like the other books this author has wrote. oh and the sound effects in the book in annoying

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Cute story, not the best narrator

A cute story, predictable but with a nice inspirational twist.
The first half was not so good, perhaps because it takes time to get used to the author as narrator - perhaps not the best choice in this case. I also don't like the sound effects of phones and bells ringing. The second half is better, has more of a mystery going on, and more action.

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Entertaining and Inspirational

The performance was second to none! Loved the story, although it took a route I wasn't expecting. Nonetheless, as was expected from Albom, I was inspired. It's amazing that he continues to pack so much into books that are just the right length for a quick read.

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Waiting...

For my call. Once again Mitch Albom persuades you through the stages of grief but as always in the end, acceptance is achieved

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