The Five People You Meet in Heaven

The story follows Eddie, a grizzled war veteran, into the afterlife after his tragic death. Instead of finding a lush Garden of Eden, he meets five people who will explain to him his earthy life. In The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Mitch Albom gives us an astoundingly original story that will change everything you've ever thought about the afterlife--and the meaning of our lives here on earth. With a timeless tale, appealing to all, this is a book that readers of fine fiction, and those who loved Tuesdays with Morrie, will treasure.

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Published Mar 1, 2006

208 pages

Average rating: 7.88

407 RATINGS

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Readers say *The Five People You Meet in Heaven* is a heartfelt, magical story that explores life, death, and the afterlife with emotional depth. Revi...

BoostedBiDemon
May 22, 2023
10/10 stars
Amazing, changed my entire world view and is extremely profound.
Tiffany X
Dec 05, 2025
8/10 stars
This is a magical book that I imagine coming alive to the cinematic style of Moulin Rouge. It was a heartfelt story about an old man who dies and is reliving his past with certain people. I learned a little bit more about sacrifice, the way our lives intertwine, forgiveness, and lost love.
cch
Sep 16, 2025
6/10 stars
I honestly kind of expected more from this book. It is a good book but I thought it was going to be deeper.
Josie the book goblin
Aug 22, 2025
10/10 stars
Re-reading this one I forgot how much it made me cry and smile at the same time.
Kristi Gio
Jul 19, 2025
7/10 stars
Not bad

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