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Remember Me
by
Cheryl Robinson (Goodreads Author)
Two best friends test the limits of loyalty in a stirring new novel of friendship, betrayal, and forgiveness.
Erica and Claire had vowed to stay best friends for life-until one indiscretion destroyed that bond forever. Twenty years later, tragedy reunites them in an unexpected way. Now they must confront the past, discover its untold truths, and rebuild a friendship desti...more
Erica and Claire had vowed to stay best friends for life-until one indiscretion destroyed that bond forever. Twenty years later, tragedy reunites them in an unexpected way. Now they must confront the past, discover its untold truths, and rebuild a friendship desti...more
Paperback, 400 pages
Published
August 2nd 2011
by NAL Trade
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Mia Marks, an independent black girl from inner-city Detroit, hides her insecurities and sadness behind a tough exterior. Danielle King, a shy suburban white girl, hides her insecurities and sadness behind an aloof, artsy exterior. Thrown together at an introductory retreat for an all girls Catholic high school, the beginnings of what would become a priceless friendship are formed. Until one indiscretion years later shatters that bond.
Together through high school, college, deaths in the family,...more
Together through high school, college, deaths in the family,...more
First thoughts when I finished the last page: "Hmmm...that was just okay."
When I was approached by TLC to read Remember Me for the tour I gladly said yes for a couple of reasons.
I love reading new-to-me authors.
The author is from Michigan.
The book takes place in Michigan
I think that I had very high expectations for this one and I'm sad to say that it just didn't make it with me overall. I liked the story for the most part. I'm fond of books that concern women who are friends and may have lost co...more
When I was approached by TLC to read Remember Me for the tour I gladly said yes for a couple of reasons.
I love reading new-to-me authors.
The author is from Michigan.
The book takes place in Michigan
I think that I had very high expectations for this one and I'm sad to say that it just didn't make it with me overall. I liked the story for the most part. I'm fond of books that concern women who are friends and may have lost co...more
This book is about the relationship of an African-American woman and a white woman between the 70s and today.
I found the writing pedestrian (although admittedly it suffered from being the book I picked up right after The Great Gatsby), the two main characters frequently selfish and mean, and the plot device of switching back and forth apparently drives me batty.
But -- I found the plot gripping. I read the last 75 pages all in a rush unable to put it down until I had finished. For that, it deserv...more
I found the writing pedestrian (although admittedly it suffered from being the book I picked up right after The Great Gatsby), the two main characters frequently selfish and mean, and the plot device of switching back and forth apparently drives me batty.
But -- I found the plot gripping. I read the last 75 pages all in a rush unable to put it down until I had finished. For that, it deserv...more
Two women with a past that haunts their friendship are suddenly thrown together after a tragic accident. Both Mia and Danielle found each other as teenagers living in a racially charged environment back in the mid-seventies. When Danielle stands by Mia, one of a few black students, they quickly form a friendship that lasts into their college years. Only after a series of events and some poor choices on both their parts are they torn apart. After years apart, successes in both of their lives and...more
I was very excited to read this, as the story takes place in Michigan and Cheryl Robinson is originally from Detroit, Michigan! I didn't even pay attention to the number of pages when I signed up to read this book. This ARC copy is actually 508 pages! I thought it would take quite a while to read! I was surprised when I started reading it and it just flew by! I've seen mixed reviews on this book, so I just wasn't sure how it would be.
The story starts off in the year 1976. Danielle stands up for...more
The story starts off in the year 1976. Danielle stands up for...more
A story that alternates perspectives between Danielle and Mia in the present day as well as in flashbacks to their past. After having been best friends for most of their high school and college years, a falling out sends them on their separate ways. Twenty years later, each married and raising a college-age daughter, Danielle and Mia are reunited under tragic, difficult circumstances. Being thrust together as they are, forces the women to take stock of themselves and answer the question as to wh...more
Overall, Remember Me is a wonderful story of friendship throughout life. It is also a story of racism, betrayal, and other weighty topics. This book has the two women examine their current lives and determine what really matters. I think we could all stand back and do this to our own lives.
For my in depth and complete review, please check out my blog at: http://lauragerold.blogspot.com/2011/...
For my in depth and complete review, please check out my blog at: http://lauragerold.blogspot.com/2011/...
At best, the book was okay. I had a difficult time keeping the characters straight, which husband? which daughter ?which job? whose ex boyfriend? The overall theme of friendship, family ,life and forgiveness normally makes for interesting read but it really isn’t a book I would recommend to a friend.
"I recommend Remember Me by Cheryl Robinson to readers looking for an emotionally moving drama." My full review may be read on my book review blog Rundpinne.
Loved how this book had past and present in the chapters. It helped you get to know Mia and Danielle! Great read!
Remember Me by Cheryl Robinson hit home for me. The friendship of two women of different color being strained over one mistake that happened in their past. Remember Me tells of how holding onto a grudge can affect your life after twenty years later.Both women are grown with families, Mia was a school teacher and Danielle a well-known novelist. When a tragedy brings the two old friends face-to-face again they will have to deal with past issues and learn to let go of past hurt.
This is definitely a...more
This is definitely a...more
So far it is very good. Good story. Ending was a little far fetched but still good. Had to drop it to a 3 star.
Good read of a rekindled friendship made during tough high school years. A little predictable.
Finished book in one day. Good story. Great characters & story line . Quick read .
Nov 04, 2011
Dianne Bowler
added it
Quick Read - focuses on forgiveness and how it ain't always easy
This probably was/might of been a good book but it wasn't holding my attention by no means. And I like this author.
Very good book about Family friends and forgiveness
Felt like I was reading a series of short stories.
Boring. I struggled to get past page 25...
An excellent read..Sarah this one's for you.
ok storyline. Moved slow
I listened to this book on CD. The person reading the book had a nice voice (this is extremely important). I enjoyed the premise of the story and the intertwining of the past and present but I found myself wanting more.
Pretty good, fast read. I liked how the story went back and forth between the present and the past. I did think things were wrapped up a little too neatly in the end.
It was a good story. By about half way thru, I had enough. I had to force myself to plow thru it.
Cheryl is one of my favorite authors and I cannot wait to read this one!!
I tried it, got to pg. 11 & stopped.
May 21, 2013
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Born in Detroit, Michigan, Cheryl Robinson has a bachelor of science degree from Wayne State University. Her passion for writing was sparked while taking a fiction writing course as a college elective. She began her literary career by self-publishing two novels before acquiring a literary agent and then a publishing deal. Remember Me was her sixth novel with New American Library, an imprint of the...more
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