So Long, Chester Wheeler

A Novel

De: Catherine Ryan Hyde

Narrado por: Michael Crouch

Unlikely road trip companions form an unexpected bond in an uplifting novel about the past—lost and found—by the New York Times and #1 Amazon Charts bestselling author.

Lewis Madigan is young, gay, out of work, and getting antsy when he’s roped into providing end-of-life care for his insufferable homophobic neighbor, Chester Wheeler. Lewis doesn’t need the aggravation, just the money. The only requirements: run errands, be on call, and put up with a miserable old churl no one else in Buffalo can bear. After exchanging barbs, bickering, baiting, and pushing buttons, Chester hits Lewis with the big ask.

Lewis can’t say no to a dying wish: drive Chester to Arizona in his rust bucket of a Winnebago to see his ex-wife for the first time in thirty-two years—for the last time. One week, two thousand miles. To Lewis, it becomes an illuminating journey into the life and secrets of a vulnerable man he’s finally beginning to understand. A neighbor, a stranger, and a surprising new friend whose closure on a conflicted past is also just beginning.

So Long, Chester Wheeler is an uplifting novel about looking deeper into the heart and soul to form bonds with the last people we’d expect—only to discover that they’re the ones who need it most.

©2022 Catherine Ryan Hyde (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Michael Crouch delivers a heartwarming—and heartbreaking—performance in this exploration of generational differences and death.… While Crouch expertly anchors listeners with the steady beat of Lewis's narration, his skill shines as he brings a tragic undertone to Chester's curmudgeonly nature. Underscoring the complexities of all people, Crouch will make listeners laugh and cry in equal turns.”—AudioFile Magazine

“Fans of Erica Bauermeister and Jan Karon will appreciate Hyde’s deft handling of the contrast between Chester’s vulnerability and Lewis’s emerging talents as a caretaker. So Long, Chester Wheeler is a testament to unlikely friendships and the power of hidden strengths.”—Booklist

“So Long, Chester Wheeler will change you in ways that you can’t imagine a book could... Once you read this story, there is no chance that you will ever forget it. It is a rare treasure that doesn’t come along often.”—Bookreporter

Made me think about the end of life

I always enjoy Catherine Ryan Hyde’s books.
They have a subtle life lesson in them.
Her books keep your attention until the last chapter.
So Long, Chester Wheeler brings to mind that it is possible to find a way to interact with even the most cantankerous of individuals.

A wonderful story

A wonderful and heartwarming story of patience, tolerance and understanding. A great performance and story.

Great story

Absolutely loved it. Very well read and a great read. Enjoy the journey well worth it

Amazing book

Simply amazing wonderful life lessons love the characters and banter. Would love to read more.

Such a caring story

This was a great story about kindness and compassionate humanity. Great perspective. Great narration. Thank you.

Amazing!

Another beautiful story of the goodness of humanity! Catherine Ryan Hyde always finds a way to show the kindness, integrity and morality of people. This is something that we may need to be reminded about because of the society we live in! These human traits sometimes get overlooked or forgotten due to monstrosities we hear about every day in the news.

Must read!

Catherine. Ryan Hyde does it again! Great story I couldn’t stop reading. I would recommend any of her books.

Another great read

Catherine Ryan Hyde never disappoints ! She is able To create wonderful characters along with entertaining and inspiring stories .

Loved it!

Loved the story and narrator! One of my favorite audible books yet! Catherine Ryan Hyde never disappoints and the narration of this was just perfect!

A very good read !

I enjoyed this book and the main character is Lewis. I never give too much info in a review. It is a cute story how Lewis gets stuck with Chester W. Some parts are funny because Chester is a nasty, miserable man & Lewis deserves a metal. The story unfolds to an understanding about Chester & his influence . Very well narrated .