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Lunch with Buddha

By: Roland Merullo
Narrated by: Sean Runnette
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Publisher's summary

A novel about family, open-minded spirituality, and the American road, Lunch with Buddha accompanies the characters from Breakfast with Buddha as they move further along the path toward lasting peace of mind. Facing one of life's greatest emotional challenges, Otto Ringling takes comfort in a loving family and offbeat lessons from eccentric spiritual teacher Volya Rinpoche.

Funny at times, heartbreaking at others, Lunch with Buddha offers a fresh and engaging perspective on the life we live now.

©2012 Roland Merullo (P)2015 Tantor
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Critic reviews

"Merullo's is a beautifully written and compelling story about a man's search for meaning that earnestly and accessibly tackles some well-trodden but universal questions." ( Kirkus starred review)

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Better than Breakfast!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I love the soothing and calm demeanor of this book in audio format. I find myself drifting off and imagining the landscape, the people, the essence of where they are, what they are doing and what is being said or felt at that moment in time.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Lunch with Buddha?

This books comes with a sense of sadness, a edge of your seat profoundness. I appreciate the experience of letting a loved one go in this book, different from Breakfast, and I love the break in sadness with a tough of the Rinpoche's unassuming humor.

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Every moment of this book brings me close to emotions felt in my own life. I've laughed and cried at many moments throughout. A book I can relate to and yet it still takes me away from my day to day.

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Roland Merullo is a genius! His books are relatable, profound, and intense. No matter what religion you are or what level of spiritual awakening you've had, his Buddha books are written in a way that opens a window or a door, they hint at questions that have always lurked in the depths of your mind. I'm in love with this serious and look forward to others written by Roland!

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Made me reconnect with my own spiritual practice ☺️

Narrative done well and a touching, occasionally funny story. Just a great listen. Makes me want to go on another retreat.

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A beautiful prose about life, love & loss

Beautifully written and elegantly narrated. I'll be listening to this story again and again!! I would recommend it to anyone!

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There are no words

This series by Roland Merullo has been life changing for me. I am eternally grateful to him and to Sean Runnette.

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Love this series!

A must read for all! Thanks I am looking forward to reading dinner with Buddha next!

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listening laughing loving

excellent narration of a fun and profound story that lifts the mind heart and soul

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Loved it!

A continuation of Breakfast With Buddha. A lovely story--look forward to Dinner With Buddha! Thank you for giving me a sense of calm.

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What wonderful way to spend a few hours.

Great narration, nice story. This is best experienced if you have read/listened to Breakfast with Buddha. I would recommend this story for anyone looking for a happy thoughtful story.

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great listen for all to enjoy

loved the story with life lessons for all ages to learn from. we will continue with dinner next.

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An inspiring example of the Spiritual Path

Unexpected insights and great humor. We hardly noticed the time during a long road trip.

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