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by Ruth Hogan (Goodreads Author)

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Why was the story about bomber and friends and dogs included in the book? Did the editor want more pages? i just do not see a connection or need

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Are the mini-stories within the book Anthony's short stories or the actual origins of the objects themselves?

Kristi My conclusion by the end of the novel is that the object stories were the actual events connected with the loss of the object. But at first, like you,…moreMy conclusion by the end of the novel is that the object stories were the actual events connected with the loss of the object. But at first, like you, I was uncertain if that was the case or if they were Anthony's stories about the objects. (less)

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Ruth Hogan The short stories are the actual events relating to the lost objects, not short stories written by Laura or Anthony. This becomes clear when character…moreThe short stories are the actual events relating to the lost objects, not short stories written by Laura or Anthony. This becomes clear when characters from the short stories begin to appear in the main narrative. (less)

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Did anyone else enjoy this book as much as l did? I mostly read investigative thriller type novels with the occasional comedy romance for a quick and much more lighthearted read. This novel had more mystery than l expected as well as two almost parallel love stories and lots of laughs. I wonder if the author has personal experience with any youngsters with DS bcos of the lovely way this characters portrayed Loved it!

Ruth Hogan So pleased you enjoyed it, and in answer to your question - yes I have had personal experience of youngsters with DS.

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Is this a good book?

jayney yeomans Wonderful book in my opinion. Has best of lots of different styles, romance, thriller, investigative and loads of laugh out loud comedy moments with e…moreWonderful book in my opinion. Has best of lots of different styles, romance, thriller, investigative and loads of laugh out loud comedy moments with even a couple of adorable little dogs thrown in for good measure.
Having said all that not one theme is "squeezed in" just for effect. The story is a clever one that could happen or involve any of us which makes it even more compelling.
Love the way the author shows us the character of Sunshine,a gorgeous young lady with DS,beautifully portrayed character with a huge heart.(less)

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How many movies were mentioned in this novel? Would someone please make a list? Many times, I could understand the significance to what was going on in Bomber's life. Many times I could not because i did not see the movie. Which do you think were most important to the story?

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Is the keys at the end of the lost chapter mechioned somewhere in the book? Or does that lead to somewhere else , or is it a reference to a character maybe ?

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