The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell
A Novel
Failed to add items
Add to basket failed.
Add to Wish List failed.
Remove from Wish List failed.
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell
Buy Now for $33.99
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
-
Narrated by:
-
Robert Dugoni
-
By:
-
Robert Dugoni
About this listen
Wall Street Journal and New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni’s coming-of-age story is, according to Booklist, “a novel that, if it doesn’t cross entirely over into John Irving territory, certainly nestles in close to the border.”
Sam Hill always saw the world through different eyes. Born with red pupils, he was called “Devil Boy” or Sam “Hell” by his classmates; “God’s will” is what his mother called his ocular albinism. Her words were of little comfort, but Sam persevered, buoyed by his mother’s devout faith, his father’s practical wisdom, and his two other misfit friends.
Sam believed it was God who sent Ernie Cantwell, the only African American kid in his class, to be the friend he so desperately needed. And that it was God’s idea for Mickie Kennedy to storm into Our Lady of Mercy like a tornado, uprooting every rule Sam had been taught about boys and girls.
Forty years later, Sam, a small-town eye doctor, is no longer certain anything was by design - especially not the tragedy that caused him to turn his back on his friends, his hometown, and the life he’d always known. Running from the pain, eyes closed, served little purpose. Now, as he looks back on his life, Sam embarks on a journey that will take him halfway around the world. This time, his eyes are wide open - bringing into clear view what changed him, defined him, and made him so afraid, until he can finally see what truly matters.
©2018 by LaMesa Fiction LLC. (P)2018 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.Critic Reviews
"Author Robert Dugoni narrates Sam's life journey in an earnest and steadfast voice. Hearing the story through the author's own voice lends it an intimacy that enhances it wonderfully. Sam's life is filled with love, loss, tragedy, comedy, and everything in between. Sounding mature and dark at times, Dugoni artfully breathes life into every scene of a story about living life on the right terms regardless of its ups and downs." (AudioFile)
What listeners say about The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell
Average Customer RatingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Christine Jupe
- 26-05-2024
inspiring and heartwarming
I loved this story, so many lessons in life but warmed by a beautiful family and loyal friends. highly recommend. Absolutely loved the author reading.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Janine
- 06-07-2024
Such a beautiful, poignant story of truth and positive reflection ❤️
Raised as a Catholic in the 70’s & 80’s , I connected strongly with the context . Robert’s story allowed light to be shone on the negative and positive aspects of this context. The story of Sam, Maddy and Eric’s unique and powerful friendship and Sam’s ability to weather 🌦️ every storm was enlightened.
Thank you Robert for bringing this tale to life.
Loved Robert’s narration as well ❤️🙏
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Adrianna Strafella Coyte-King
- 15-06-2018
Awesome
Where does one begin. One of the best books I have listened to in years. Thank You Mr Robert Dugoni.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Bob Carnegie
- 29-03-2024
A beautiful story
I was captivated by this story. It reminded me in some ways of “ A prayer for Owen Meany”.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Clint
- 21-01-2020
First Book I have read of Robert’s. Now a fan
Loved it . Really enjoyed Sam and his character and the group of ‘misfits’. A beautiful ending
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 10-06-2023
Thankyou Robert Dugoni!
I have never felt moved to write a review and I have ready many many books. This book moved me for so many reasons. Each year I buy my favourite book of the year for my children for Xmas. This will be my son’s gift this year.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Beth Parker
- 06-10-2023
Great read!
Loved this book! It’s a touching and thought inspiring read. I particularly liked the characters and their ‘take’ on this journey we know as life.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Kylie
- 24-11-2020
5 stars
I brought this book at least a year ago and now Im so annoyed at myself that I didn't listen to it straight away! I feel like this is one of those books that will stay with you for life. It was so beautiful and moving, painful and heartbreaking but oooh sooo good!!!
It seems Robert Dugoni can write successfully any genre and that is why he is one of my favourite authors
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance3 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Shann
- 29-03-2024
The extraordinary discovery of faith.
A beautiful written discovery of one boy’s struggle into manhood, finding, and holding onto live and living through loss and grief.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Carrin
- 22-02-2022
The extraordinary life of Sam Hell
The extraordinary life of Sam Hell.
It's been a long time since I have wanted to binge read a book. I'm so thankful this book was part of the daily deals on Kindle unlimited otherwise I wouldn't have come across it.
I loved the writing style and the short chapters never made the book feel to heavy, in fact it made me not want to put the book down, I just HAD to know what was coming next.
I enjoyed reading the story from the first person view, in saying that, the character development of Sam all the characters in this book were on point for me.
This was another book that made me feel all the emotions.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!