46 pages • 1 hour read
Mitch AlbomFor One More Day
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Before You Read
Super Short Summary
For One More Day, by Mitch Albom, tells the story of Charles “Chick” Benetto, a retired baseball player fallen on hard times, as he spends one extraordinary day with his deceased mother, reflecting on their past and gaining a new understanding of their relationship. This emotional journey emerges through first-person narration and shifts between present events and Chick’s memories. This book addresses themes of family estrangement and substance abuse.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mitch Albom's For One More Day receives praise for its emotional depth and compelling exploration of family bonds and forgiveness. Reviewers appreciate Albom's engaging storytelling and the universal themes. However, some criticize it for predictability and sentimentality. Overall, it's a touching read that resonates well with its audience.
Who Should Read For One More Day?
A reader who enjoys For One More Day by Mitch Albom likely appreciates heartfelt, introspective novels that explore themes of family, redemption, and the afterlife. Fans of The Five People You Meet in Heaven or The Lovely Bones, which blend emotional storytelling with spiritual elements, might find this book particularly compelling.
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Reading Age
16+yearsBook Details
Values/Ideas: Music
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Modern Classic Fiction
Drama / Tragedy
Inspirational