Somewhere More Holy: Tony Woodlief Audiobook
Somewhere More Holy is Tony Woodlief’s unabridged audiobook about grief, faith, family, and finding meaning at home. Woodlief narrates his account of loss, anger, and the struggle to rebuild faith and marriage, with stories described as leavened with humor.
At a glance
- The story follows Woodlief’s response to the loss of his daughter and its effects on his faith and marriage.
- The book uses the home and its rooms to explore grief, family, faith, and everyday life.
- The listing describes the stories as including humor alongside poignant subject matter.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The author is also the narrator, giving listeners a first-person reading of his personal account.
- The unabridged program has a stated listening length of under five hours.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 4 hours and 46 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Tony Woodlief |
| Narrator | Tony Woodlief |
| Publisher | Zondervan |
| Publication date | June 2, 2010 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in Christian reflections on grief, family, faith, and finding meaning in ordinary life.
- Readers drawn to personal stories that address loss and marital strain.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a light or emotionally undemanding audiobook, as the subject includes bereavement and heartbreak.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as encouraging and edifying, while also emphasizing its emotional weight and heartbreak. That combination may suit listeners seeking reflective writing about faith and loss, but the subject matter may feel intense. The aggregate ratings lean positive, though they do not explain individual listeners’ reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as encouraging and edifying, with wise and profound observations.
Mixed feedback
- Customer descriptions pair encouragement with accounts of a deeply poignant and heartbreaking emotional experience.
Frequently asked questions
What is Somewhere More Holy about?
The book recounts Tony Woodlief’s search for meaning after his daughter’s death and explores grief, faith, marriage, and the idea of home.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names author Tony Woodlief as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 4 hours and 46 minutes.
Is this an abridged recording?
The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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