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Home Stretch: A Novel Hardcover – June 22, 2021

by Graham Norton (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 29,601 ratings
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In this “compelling, bighearted, emotionally precise page-turner” (Sunday Times), the New York Times bestselling writer and acclaimed television host explores the aftermath of a tragedy on a small-town to illuminate the shame and longing that can flow through generations—and how the secrets of the heart cannot stay be buried forever.

It is 1987 and a small Irish community is preparing for a wedding. The day before the ceremony, a group of young friends, including the bride and groom, are involved in an accident. Three survive. Three are killed.

The lives of the families are shattered and the rifts between them ripple throughout the small town. Connor survived, but living among the angry and the mourning is almost as hard as carrying the shame of having been the driver. He leaves the only place he knows for another life, taking his secrets with him. Travelling first to Liverpool, then London, he eventually makes a home—of sorts—for himself in New York, where he finds shelter and the possibility of forging a new life.

But the secrets—the unspoken longings and regrets that have come to haunt those left behind—will not be silenced. Before long, Connor will have to confront his past.

A powerful and timely novel of emigration and return, Home Stretch demonstrates Norton’s keen understanding of the power of stigma and secrecy—and their devastating effect on ordinary lives.

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"Excellent. . . . With surprising twists and touching moments, Norton explores the immense sense of loss that comes with being a survivor, and how nothing is ever truly forgotten for the families of those who died. . . . Norton delicately covers themes of abandonment, death, and loss with sophistication and thoughtful empathy. . . . This gripping and compassionate outing is Norton’s best yet."  — Publishers Weekly

"A subtle portrait of small-town Ireland; an unblinking study of shame & homophobia; a map of cultural shifts between 1980s & now; a kind, wise, perceptive novel by an author rich in these qualities." — David Mitchell

"Intelligent and tenderly observed novel." — The Times (UK)

"He is a deftly skilled writer who has honed a prose style that suits his stories perfectly . . . traversing tragedy and humour with equal aplomb. . . . Home Stretch is a wonderful display." — Irish Times

"Norton’s third novel is a thoughtful examination of sexual identity, shame, and the impact of collective grief." — Observer

"Norton has all of her [Maeve Binchy’s] ability to write about sadness and cruelty, while investing his story with immense warmth. What right has such a successful entertainer to pen a novel as good as this?" — Mirror

"Norton’s best yet!" — Woman's Weekly

 "Norton has a knack for capturing the sturdy, melancholic small-town Irish life where secrets are only revealed when they have to be, and even then in a controlled fashion. His characters come to vivid life, sweeping readers up in this quiet, affecting novel."  — Booklist

"Graham Norton's new novel has me in floods... His gift for characterisation is positively Binchy-esque! Such nuance and warmth! It's GORGEOUS" — Marian Keyes

"I loved HOME STRETCH ... one of those books that stays with you so long after you've finished it" — Nigella Lawson

"Graham Norton's examination of small-town Irish lives continues in his deeply moving third novel. He is a magnificent writer." — John Boyne

About the Author

Graham Norton is the author of the novels Holding, which was a New York Times bestseller and won the 2016 Irish Independent Popular Fiction Award, and A Keeper. One of the UK's best loved broadcasters, Graham has won eight BAFTAs and is the host of The Graham Norton Show on BBC1 and BBC America, has a weekly show on BBC Radio 2, and writes a column for the Telegraph. Born in Dublin and raised in West Cork, he now lives in London.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperVia (June 22, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0063112094
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0063112094
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.01 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.12 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Sheila R
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Read
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
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I love Graham Norton’s Books but this is the BEST so far. Enjoyed every page and couldn’t put it down. I never wanted it to end. Thank You Graham.
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Chris Henry
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting plot - reflects on Irish cultural restraints in early19th century.
Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020
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Very easy to see why this book is so widely acclaimed. A really good book if you are looking for something a little lighter. Certainly well written and the plot is a true narrative of those times - thank goodness as a society we have moved in the direction of allowing people live lives true to their nature.
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G. Powell
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and heartwarming
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
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A wonderful story of how gay people felt and were treated in the late eighties. The journey of a boy caught in an untenable sitution: take the blame or be outed. What a horrible choice for anyone to have to make. This book explains his journey through 20 or so years. Great read!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and absorbing
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
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I was surprised and delighted to enjoy this family saga set in rural Ireland so much. The tension holds with twists, turns and reveals, and wry, often witty observations read well and ring true. I was reminded of Maeve Binchy and her acute ability to capture the Irish ways and characters, and I can think of no higher recommendation
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3.0 out of 5 stars Great Story
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2023
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It was a great story! Well written but it was longer than it needed to be. I wanted to give up several times except the story being told needed to have an ending for me.
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Barbara Walsh
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Stunner!
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
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Another stunner from Graham Norton! I found the first few chapters hard to get through (due to the subject matter), but after that I couldn't stop.
This is 3rd book of fiction that I've now read. I eagerly await his next novel.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The View
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023
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Never knew that Graham Norton was an author until The View (ABC)! Have watched his talk show from the beginning. Read his one novel available on Kindle Unlimited. It was so compelling and timely. Might have to put down $ for one of his other novels. A very talented human 😉
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4.0 out of 5 stars Lovingly written
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2021
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A complicated tale of paths not taken, lives changed forever in a instant, seems to mean more now than ever. Also, it's a lovely tribute to those who took the hard road and fought the fight so we could live more honestly today.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing and exhausting at the same time.
Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2023
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I wanted the truth to burst forth a number of time and with the full fury it deserved but was appreciatively held back by the wiser, saner action of gentle acceptance and dismissing and fury.
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Roberta
5.0 out of 5 stars My first book by Graham Norton and I'm so glad I've read it!
Reviewed in France on November 11, 2023
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I started reading this book and found it was a nice reading from the begining, but at first it didn't strike me as something special. But as the story develops, I saw myself so emotionally involved with the different people affected by what happened and how their life was unfolding... brilliantly written, touching, rings true in so many levels! This was my first novel by Graham Norton and I'm so glad I've read it!
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larubia
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
Reviewed in Spain on September 8, 2023
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The first of Norton's books I have read. Well worth it.
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Linda Jill Flower
5.0 out of 5 stars well written
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 6, 2023
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An interesting book with believable characters. It’s the first book I’ve read by this author. I was immediately gripped from the start and found I wanted to create time out of the day to sit and read, other than before getting up and at night before sleep ! I was aware of the prejudices and out and out ostracising of same sex relationships during the period of time highlighted in this book. The characters are well crafted each with their story to tell. So immersed was I in the story, I was surprised to get to the last page! Can thoroughly recommend this book!
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Dana Scully
2.0 out of 5 stars Not my fave
Reviewed in Italy on July 24, 2022
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Absolutely adored the first two books but could not go past half of this one. Marvellous writing as per usual, but I just did not feel compelled by the characters at all, and the alleged twists and turns were a bit too predictable for my taste.
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