Earth's the Right Place for Love

A Novel

By: Elizabeth Berg

Narrated by: Elizabeth Berg

This beautiful novel by the beloved author of Open House and Talk Before Sleep tells the story of two young people growing up in Mason, Missouri, and how Arthur Moses, a shy young man, becomes the wise and compassionate person readers loved in The Story of Arthur Truluv.

“A poignant tale of love, grief, and the resiliency of the human spirit.”—Kirkus Reviews

A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

Nola McCollum is the most desirable girl in Arthur Moses’s class, and he is thrilled when they become friends. But Arthur wants far more than friendship. Unfortunately, Nola has a crush on the wrong Moses—Arthur’s older brother, Frank, who is busy pursuing his own love interest and avoiding the boys’ father, a war veteran with a drinking problem and a penchant for starting fights. When a sudden tragedy rocks the family’s world, Arthur struggles to come to terms with his grief. In the end, it is nature that helps him to understand how to go beyond loss and create a life of forgiveness and empathy. But what can he do about Nola, who seems confused about what she wants in life and only half aware of the one who loves her most?

Full of unforgettable characters and written with Elizabeth Berg’s characteristic warmth, humor, and insight into people, Earth’s the Right Place for Love is about the power of kindness, character, and family, and how love can grow when you least expect it.

©2023 Elizabeth Berg (P)2023 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Elizabeth Berg is our Great American Storyteller. This wise and winning life/love story takes place in Missouri in the halcyon 1950s, when girls wore saddle shoes and boys bought the girls root beer floats. Shy Arthur Moses (who becomes Arthur Truluv) is in love with beautiful Nola McCollum, even though the popular girl has her cap set elsewhere and often. But Arthur, who takes his cues from the splendor of nature, is a perennial, and remains unwavering in his desire, despite life’s pain and unpredictability. If Earth’s the Right Place for Love, it is also the right place for humor, wisdom, and transcendence.”—Adriana Trigiani, bestselling author of The Good Left Undone

“This is a compassionate, witty, and delicate story about the people who find themselves on the sidelines and yet who manage—despite losses of their own—to be true to themselves and find their way. It’s a celebration of small communities and the small kindnesses that, bit by bit, change a life.”—Rachel Joyce, New York Times bestselling author of Miss Benson’s Beetle

“Few authors write with more heart, wisdom, and human insight than Elizabeth Berg. Do yourself a favor and dive in.”—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Arthur and Nola’s Love Story

I never tire of these books. Elizabeth Berg is my go-to author when life feels challenging, and Arthur and the people of Mason are my favorites. I’ve made a list of books narrated by this author and I plan to have them all. I’d have had this one sooner if I had realized what it was.

A Book With A Message

I have read most of Elizabeth Berg’s books. I have enjoyed them all. Arthur is a man who listens to people. He doesn’t know that is his gift. He sees the strengths and best qualities of the people in his life. He makes people feel good about themselves and people are drawn to those who make them feel special.

Sanity in an insane world

I don’t know if it’s the story or EBs voice but her books are the antidote for today’s insanity,

Not one of my favorite books

I thought the story was a bit trite or shallow and the author’s narration annoyed me. The dialog was so simple. I kept waiting to like it better or for something more to happen. It was just ho hum. Nothing new or original.

I loved Arthur Tru-Love

This was the prequel and it was a nice story. If you’ve grown tired of the ugliness of the world then This is a lovely story and I highly encourage you to read them all.

A lovely prequel to the Mason series

This satisfied my longing for an extension of an endearing group of four connecting stories. The backdrop for Arthur's impact is perfect.

Ahhhh, more Aurthur Trulove!!

What a wonderful story of young Aurthur. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry. Elizabeth Berg for another WIN.

Sweet story, easy read

I loved every minute of this book. Elizabeth Berg brings to life her characters and makes you feel like they’re part of your family.

Always Love Elizabeth Berg’s Work

Ms. Berg’s work is always wonderful. This is a wonderful, lovely story about how love endures.

As always… loved it!

Frank and Arthur.
Arthur and his Mom.
Sweet moments.
Sad moments.
I fell in love with Arthur (TrueLove)all over again.