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All the Lonely People

By: Mike Gayle
Narrated by: Ben Onwukwe
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If you loved A Man Called Ove, then prepare to be delighted as Jamaican immigrant Hubert rediscovers the world he'd turned his back on this "warm, funny" novel (Good Housekeeping).

In weekly phone calls to his daughter in Australia, widower Hubert Birdpaints a picture of the perfect retirement, packed with fun, friendship, and fulfillment. But it's a lie. In reality, Hubert's days are all the same, dragging on without him seeing a single soul.

Until he receives some good news—good news that in one way turns out to be the worst news ever, news that will force him out again, into a world he has long since turned his back on. The news that his daughter is coming for a visit.

Now Hubert faces a seemingly impossible task: to make his real life resemble his fake life before the truth comes out.
Along the way Hubert stumbles across a second chance at love, renews a cherished friendship, and finds himself roped into an audacious community scheme that seeks to end loneliness once and for all . . .

Life is certainly beginning to happen to Hubert Bird. But with the origin of his earlier isolation always lurking in the shadows, will he ever get to live the life he's pretended to have for so long? Caribbean Creators Friendship Thought-Provoking Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Witty Feel-Good Funny World Literature Urban City Life African American

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“Hubert's adventures are hilarious and heartwarming, and Onwukwe's depiction of him makes this production shine.”
—AudioFile
Heartwarming Story • Unexpected Twists • Exceptional Narration • Emotional Journey • Meaningful Message

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This book brought so many truths to light for me. The characters were perfection down to their imperfections. I loved every one of them. The story had me from page one and the narrator was enjoyable. This book will be placed on my favorites list. I have not enjoyed a book this much in a long time. Kudos to the author for writing a book that spreads joy!❤️

So thoughtful…..

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If you liked A Man Called Öve, you will love this! I couldn’t stop listening! Excellent accents by the narrator as well!

Wonderful wonderful book!!!

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It was so wonderful to hear about the full life of the main character and learn from his life lessons too. The stories were real and raw, and so inspiring. I absolutely loved this book!

Incredible

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This book is excellent. I laughed, I cried, there were surprises. I will never forget this book nor will I forget Hubert.

One of the best ever

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I enjoyed the story. Hubert’s story is so touching, and piecing it all together was a joy.

Loved this book

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