Lonesome Dove

A Novel

By: Larry McMurtry, Taylor Sheridan - introduction

Narrated by: Will Patton

A 2026 Audie Award Finalist for Best Fiction Narrator

The 40th anniversary edition of the Pulitzer Prize–winning classic of the American West, with a new foreword by Yellowstone cocreator Taylor Sheridan. An epic of the frontier, Lonesome Dove is the grandest novel ever written about the last defiant wilderness.

“My favorite book: there are so many that I would be afraid to say. Probably if I had to pick anything I’d say Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry.” —Stephen King

Journey to the dusty little town of Lonesome Dove, where retired Texas Rangers Augustus McCrae and Woodrow Call undertake a perilous cattle drive to the untamed plains of Montana. Along the way, they face danger, adventure, and an unforgettable cast of characters. Richly authentic and beautifully written, Lonesome Dove is a story of love, loss, and the unyielding spirit of the American West.

Perfect

I had never read or watched Lonesome Dove, so the sheer scope of the novel caught me completely by surprise. It is a masterpiece of American fiction: a vast canvas painted with beautifully rendered landscapes, deeply drawn characters, suspenseful storylines, and just enough comic relief. And the choice of Will Patton as the narrator was, simply, perfect. I have long been a fan of his, but this pairing was a triumph that cemented the entire audiobook experience. Well done!

(A necessary side note: I strongly recommend listeners skip the foreword by Taylor Sheridan. The inclusion of a major plot spoiler concerning Newt’s fate in a subsequent book felt pointless and mean-spirited. Avoid it entirely to preserve the narrative integrity of this novel.)

Masterful narration of a masterpiece

The previously available audio version of this title was so disappointing due mainly to technical issues and the age of the original recording. Here we have a clean, clear listen, but more importantly, a master voice actor who brings these characters to life. This is easily one of my top five books of all time. What a joy to find such a fantastic audio version now available. I would envision myself returning to this again and again.

Dope

Book was dope. I’d recommend this book to anyone who want to read something dope

Lonesome Dove

What’s better than my favorite book of all time? My favorite book of all time read by the fabulous Will Patton!! Epic!!

Audio Performance was outstanding

I never thought I’d like an old western type book but this book was wonderful. So well written and it makes you wish you were around when the west was being discovered.