
The Longest Way Home
One Man's Quest for the Courage to Settle Down
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Andrew McCarthy
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By:
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Andrew McCarthy
Unable to commit to his fiancée of nearly four years - and with no clear understanding of what’s holding him back - Andrew McCarthy finds himself at a crossroads, plagued by doubts that have clung to him for a lifetime. Something in his character has kept him always at a distance, preventing him from giving himself wholeheartedly to the woman he loves and from becoming the father that he knows his children deserve. So before he loses everything he cares about, Andrew sets out to look for answers.
Hobbling up the treacherous slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, dodging gregarious passengers aboard an Amazonian riverboat, and trudging through dense Costa Rican rain forests - Andrew takes us on exotic trips to some of the world’s most beautiful places, but his real journey is one of the spirit. On his soul-searching voyages, Andrew traces the path from his New Jersey roots, where acting saved his life - and early fame almost took it away - to his transformation into a leading travel writer. He faces the real costs of his early success and lays bare the evolving nature of his relationships with women. He explores a strained bond with his father, and how this complex dynamic shapes his own identity as a parent. Andrew charts his journey from ambivalence to confidence, from infidelity and recklessness to acceptance and a deeper understanding of the internal conflicts of his life.
A gifted writer with an unsparing eye, Andrew relishes bizarre encounters with the characters whom he encounters, allowing them to challenge him in unexpected ways. He gets into peculiar, even dangerous situations that put him to the test - with mixed results. Disarmingly likable, Andrew is open, honest, and authentic, and what emerges is an intimate memoir of self-discovery and an unforgettable love song to the woman who would be his wife.
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What made the experience of listening to The Longest Way Home the most enjoyable?
I was first hooked with his voice...very naturally and fits author-narrator presceptive. His story of his travels and writing style was initially the reason I downloaded. I enjoy His travel column/segments in Travel Conde). Then i was intrigued by his real life dilemma with family and finding himself. I can't help but feel his passion and his vulnerability.Wonderful Voice to listen to
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McCarthy makes Hemingway romantic.
The Bittersweetness of Making Your Life Wholly Someone Else's
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Would you listen to The Longest Way Home again? Why?
Probably not, but it's interesting.Who was your favorite character and why?
I liked his wife. She seems confident and kind.What does Andrew McCarthy bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
HIs voice, I suppose.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
When he deal with his son.Interesting
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Beautifullly written and read!
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Would you listen to The Longest Way Home again? Why?
I enjoyed this book, athough it came across as a little "self absorbed" at times, which I suppose is typical for many famous people. Andrew did a very nice job in the presentation and the story itself was unique and well worth the time. If you like biographical material, then you will find this one worth a listenInteresting "behind the scenes" look
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A Must for Andrews Fans
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🥰 loved!!
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All I thought of Andrew growing up, true!
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What did you like best about The Longest Way Home? What did you like least?
I enjoyed his journey...I just wished he was happierWould you recommend The Longest Way Home to your friends? Why or why not?
probably notWhat else would you have wanted to know about Andrew McCarthy’s life?
I guess I wanted to know more about his 'brat-pack' days.I was hoping it was going to be awesome
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