Eugene Carmichael is an average 25 year-old male in America. He has a college degree, a family that loves him, and no idea what to do with all of these things working in his favor. When his father dies unexpectedly in a car accident, Eugene's life is turned inside out and he falls into a seemingly endless downward spiral of depression and confusion. Upon moving in with his oldest sister Beth, he discovers what he must do to get out of his slump: He will go to every baseball game involving his hometown team, the Cleveland Indians. Eugene embarks on a road trip that includes memorable interactions with his best friend Jim, his unconventional middle sister Jaime, and more than a few random strangers. The Long Way Home explores a year in the life of Eugene Carmichael that includes adventure, disappointment, laughter, sadness and all the emotions of a wayward 25 year-old.