Although I did like the story, I really feel that it was over-rated. Don't get me wrong, I am not completely heartless and the ending did make me cry....moreAlthough I did like the story, I really feel that it was over-rated. Don't get me wrong, I am not completely heartless and the ending did make me cry. However, I just felt that it was over-hyped. It's not a book that I would read again or recommend someone else to read. I think there are far better dog books (granted the ones I am referencing are fiction) than Marley & Me.(less)
Truly a great book. It's also unique because it is told from the dog's perspective. Enzo believes that being a dog is the last stage of life before yo...moreTruly a great book. It's also unique because it is told from the dog's perspective. Enzo believes that being a dog is the last stage of life before you are reincarnated into a human. With this knowledge he tells his owner's story, who is a race car driver, and imparts wisdom about how life is like racing. I must admit, dating a car guy helped me appreciate and understand the racing references even more than I would have if I knew nothing about the sport. Still, race car driver or not, this book is great and you will need a box of tissues with you when you come to end!(less)
I really enjoyed this book, which might be a contradictory statement considering the subject matter. It shows what happens to couples who stifle their...moreI really enjoyed this book, which might be a contradictory statement considering the subject matter. It shows what happens to couples who stifle their own ambitions and trade them for the ideal American dream of marriage, a house, and children.(less)
I admit, usually I think that Stephen King does not know how to end his novels. The Green Mile proves me wrong. I loved the story. It's moving and its...moreI admit, usually I think that Stephen King does not know how to end his novels. The Green Mile proves me wrong. I loved the story. It's moving and its powerful. In my opinion, King is at his best when he isn't writing horror.(less)
I read this book because I found it in the book closet at school and the story seemed interesting. I also saw that it appears on many school's curricu...moreI read this book because I found it in the book closet at school and the story seemed interesting. I also saw that it appears on many school's curriculum's, but I had never read it. I'm glad I did. It's a beautiful, yet sad story. It begs the question: Is ignorance really bliss? I think everyone should read this story because it is interesting, controversial and moving. It will make you think while tugging at your heart strings.(less)
Admittedly, one of only two Nicholas Spark books I have ever read. I've read this novel at least three times and it has never failed to make me cry. N...moreAdmittedly, one of only two Nicholas Spark books I have ever read. I've read this novel at least three times and it has never failed to make me cry. Normally this is not my genre, but this story always tugs at my heartstrings. Who wouldn't want to experience a love like this one?(less)
As disturbing as the subject of incest is, this made you look at it through a different perspective. The end is heartbreaking - was hard to read throu...moreAs disturbing as the subject of incest is, this made you look at it through a different perspective. The end is heartbreaking - was hard to read through my tears.(less)
If you liked the Art of Racing in the Rain you will love this book. You're taken on a journey through a dog's many reincarnations until he ultimately...moreIf you liked the Art of Racing in the Rain you will love this book. You're taken on a journey through a dog's many reincarnations until he ultimately fulfills his purpose. The plot eventually comes full circle and it's an excellent book for dog or any animal lovers. (less)
This is really 3 stories in one and at first it is very unclear who is telling what story as you read and how it relates to the ultimate plot. However...moreThis is really 3 stories in one and at first it is very unclear who is telling what story as you read and how it relates to the ultimate plot. However, as time went on, it becomes clear who the speakers are and how their stories all tie together. I must admit, this book is completely written in stream of conscience, which would can be a turn-off (if you hate Catcher in the Rye this is probably not the book for you). But through all of that there still was some beauty in the words of the text that made me want to keep reading. Would I suggest this book to anyone? Probably not because it is somewhat difficult to navigate through; however, I still thought it was good and would love to go back through and pick out some of the lines to write down - while most were sad they rang of truth. (less)
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