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Author: Patrick Ryan
Length: 15 hrs and 44 mins
Narrated by: Michael Crouch
Categories: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Possibility of free listening: YES
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In the small Ohio town of Bonhomie, where everyone feels like they’ve crossed paths at some point, a single moment in 1945 sets off a ripple that changes lives forever. Cal Jenkins, stuck running the family hardware store because of a limp that kept him out of the war, meets Margaret Salt, a woman with a past she’s trying to outrun. Their fleeting connection, born in the flush of victory after World War II, carries a weight neither could have imagined, pulling their families into a decades-long dance of secrets and truths.
As the years roll on, from the postwar boom to the shadow of Vietnam, the consequences of that moment weave through the lives of Cal’s wife, Becky, who hears whispers from the dead, and Margaret’s husband, Felix, a Navy man carrying his own quiet burdens. Their children, Skip and Tom, grow up in a town where nothing stays hidden for long, grappling with the echoes of choices made before they were born. Bonhomie becomes a crucible for love, loss, and the messy search for forgiveness, where every heart carries its own unspoken story.
Patrick Ryan’s Buckeye is a heartfelt saga that captures the soul of small-town America, blending humor, compassion, and a touch of the mystical. With characters so real they feel like neighbors, this audiobook pulls you into a world where the past is never truly past, and the longing for connection binds us all. Narrated with warmth and nuance, it’s a story that lingers, inviting you to reflect on the hidden ties that shape a life.
Download the free audiobook : Buckeye
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Step into the heart of Bonhomie, Ohio, with Buckeye by Patrick Ryan, a sweeping tale that traces two families through the tides of war and time. From the 1940s to the Vietnam era, this story unfolds in a small town where secrets ripple across generations. Ryan, a master of short fiction, crafts a novel that feels like a love letter to human resilience.
Experience this journey with a free trial period, cancelable anytime with ease. Narrated by Michael Crouch, whose evocative voice brings depth to every character, this 15 hrs and 44 mins audiobook paints vivid scenes of midcentury America. Crouch’s nuanced performance amplifies the emotional weight of each moment, making every chapter unforgettable.
Keep Buckeye yours forever, even after canceling (see the cancellation guide). Its tender exploration of forgiveness lingers long after the final word. Don’t miss the offer—start listening today and let this story unfold!
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