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The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell

A Novel
By Robert Dugoni
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The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni is a touching story about Sam Hill, a boy born with red pupils, who navigates life enduring bullying and societal prejudice. As he grows, Sam's journey is shaped by his loving family and key friendships, driving him to confront personal challenges and pursue a fulfilling destiny. The book explores themes of resilience, faith, and the power of acceptance, leading Sam to discover what truly makes a life extraordinary.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate deeply moving stories about overcoming adversity and celebrating individuality. It offers a heartwarming journey through the life of an outsider, showcasing themes of resilience, acceptance, and the enduring power of friendship. This tale combines personal growth with poignant family dynamics, making it a compelling read for those who love emotional and uplifting narratives.

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From #1 Wall Street Journal and New York Times bestselling author Robert Dugoni.

The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell tells the story of Sam Hill, who always saw the world through different eyes. Born with red pupils, he was labelled "Devil Boy" by his classmates, while his mother referred to his condition as "God's will" due to his ocular albinism. Despite her words offering little comfort, Sam persevered, supported by his mother's devout faith, his father's practical wisdom, and his two fellow misfit friends.

Sam believed it was God who sent Ernie Cantwell, the only African American student in his class, as the friend he so desperately needed. He also thought it was divine intervention that brought Mickie Kennedy to Our Lady of Mercy, disrupting every rule Sam had learnt about boys and girls.

Forty years later, Sam is a small-town eye doctor, and he questions whether anything was predestined—especially the tragedy that led him to abandon his friends, his hometown, and the life he knew. Running from the pain with eyes closed offered little solace. Now, as Sam reflects on his life, he embarks on a journey that takes him halfway around the world. This time, his eyes are wide open, revealing what transformed him, defined him, and frightened him, until he finally sees what truly matters.

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The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni has been praised for its inspirational and introspective narrative that unfolds through dual timelines. Reviewers highlight its distinct style compared to Dugoni's usual crime fiction, noting the novel's emotional depth and ability to evoke empathy for the protagonist. It has been described as an evocative and heartwarming story of personal strength, identity, and redemption, often hailed as Dugoni's finest work.

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ISBN: 9781503948976

Publisher: Amazon Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 April 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Lake Union Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 431g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

Robert Dugoni is the critically acclaimed New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and #1 Amazon bestselling author of the Tracy Crosswhite Series, including My Sister’s Grave, Her Final Breath, In the Clearing, The Trapped Girl, and Close to Home. The Crosswhite Series has sold more than 2,500,000 books worldwide, and My Sister’s Grave has been optioned for television series development. Dugoni is also the author of the bestselling David Sloane series, which includes The Jury Master, Wrongful Death, Bodily Harm, Murder One, and The Conviction; the stand-alone novels The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, The 7th Canon, and Damage Control; and the nonfiction exposé The Cyanide Canary, a Washington Post Best Book of the Year; as well as several short stories. He is the recipient of the Nancy Pearl Award for Fiction and the Friends of Mystery Spotted Owl Award for best novel in the Pacific Northwest. He is a two-time finalist for both the International Thriller Award and the Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction and has been nominated for the Mystery Writers of America’s Edgar Award. His books are sold worldwide in more than twenty-five countries and have been translated into more than two dozen languages, including French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Visit his website at www.robertdugoni.com, and follow him on Twitter @robertdugoni and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AuthorRobertDugoni.

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