Say Goodbye for Now
by Catherine Ryan Hyde
Narrated by Nick Podehl, Teri Schnaubelt
Why Listen to This Audiobook?
Two narrators, two outcasts, one Texas town that wants none of them — and somehow Hyde makes you believe the love anyway.
- Great if you want: emotionally rich stories about found family against prejudice
- Listening experience: quietly devastating slow-burn; tissues required by the end
- Narration: Podehl and Schnaubelt trade perspectives seamlessly, each carrying distinct emotional weight
- Skip if: bittersweet, unresolved endings leave you cold
About This Audiobook
In 1959 Texas, a female veterinarian runs a remote animal sanctuary, seeking isolation from painful memories while facing a community that rejects both her profession and her gender. When a neglected local boy and a newly arrived African American family bring her a wounded wolf-dog hybrid, these marginalized individuals discover unexpected kinship despite the era's rigid social barriers. As their unlikely bond deepens into something resembling family, the surrounding town's hostility escalates, forcing heartbreaking separations that test whether love can endure across time and distance.
Nick Podehl and Teri Schnaubelt deliver nuanced dual narration that captures both the tenderness and tension of Hyde's emotionally charged story. Podehl's warm, steady voice grounds the male perspectives, while Schnaubelt brings quiet strength to Dr. Lucy's journey of healing and hope. Their complementary performances highlight the story's themes of resilience and connection without overshadowing the subtle character development. The audio format enhances the intimate, contemplative nature of this tale, allowing listeners to fully absorb the emotional weight of each relationship as it evolves against the backdrop of a less tolerant era.