Heartstrong, Ellidy Pullin
Heartstrong, Ellidy Pullin
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Heartstrong
Chumpy, Minnie & Me

Author: Ellidy Pullin

Narrator: Chris Pullin, Ellidy Pullin

Unabridged: 6 hr 22 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/01/2023


Synopsis

'If not with you, then for you.'

It was a perfect Wednesday morning when Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin kissed his partner, Ellidy, goodbye to go spearfishing. Most days Ellidy would go to the beach too, but that day she didn't. Later, there was a knock at the door. A man had been found unconscious on the ocean floor. It was Chumpy.

From that moment, Ellidy's world stopped. There was deep grief, disbelief and then the gradual realisation that this was real. Ellidy's partner of eight years, a World Champion snowboarder, a man of energy and music, was gone. And so was the life they had built together and the dream of the child they had been trying for. In the hours that followed a suggestion was made: did Ellidy want to harvest Chumpy's sperm and try for the baby they both wanted so deeply?

There was a ticking clock and the need to discuss with family and friends. They had thirty-six hours before it would be too late . . .

Heartstrong is an unforgettable book about love, joy, grief, hope and finding a way to keep going in the darkest of times.

About Ellidy Pullin

ELLIDY PULLIN is a popular podcaster and influencer. She loves the ocean, animals, the outdoors, sewing, cooking, camping, surfing, travelling, yoga, food and wine. Ellidy is determined to keep the memory of her partner Chumpy Pullin strong, to honour his spirit and for their daughter, Minnie.


Reviews

Goodreads review by April on May 30, 2023

I am a VERY slow reader but this story had my heart hooked from the get go, I finished it in 2 days. So beautifully written, capturing the incredible life of an outstanding human being. What a journey and life they lead together, along with their families and one in a million friends. This book genu......more

Goodreads review by Holly xx on March 15, 2025

A beautifully written heartbreaking and informative story. It is a true story definitely worth reading......more

Goodreads review by Maya on January 08, 2025

Lots of tears but a good easy read. Reads like your having a convo with a friend......more

Goodreads review by Kate on April 28, 2024

4.5 Beautiful......more

Goodreads review by Hayley (hayleys.little.library) on September 26, 2022

I have been anticipating the release of 'Heartstrong' for some time as I've been a long-time follower of Ellidy & a listener of her podcast 'Darling Shine' I don't think I have ever cried so much while reading a book, and my heart broke with every page of reading how unfair and heartbreaking the loss......more