The Bond Reprint Edition by Davis, Sampson, Jenkins, George, Hunt, Rameck (2008) Paperback

by Sampson Davis

From the New York Times -bestselling authors of THE PACTDrs. Sampson Davis, George Jenkins, and Rameck Hunt discovered early in their friendship that they shared a disturbing as children, they navigated dangerous inner-city life without a father’s guidance. In spite of this, they escaped delinquency and crime to form the Pact, dedicated to putting themselves on the road to success. Now, the Three Doctors make a new to set aside their resentment, and rebuild the relationships with their fathers—men they barely recognize. Told in alternating voices between father and son, The Bond explores the hard lessons of growing up without a father and suggests ways to stem the tide of fatherlessness in communities across the country. Honest, brave, and poignant, The Bond is a book for every child and every family.

Genres: Nonfiction, Family, Memoir, Audiobook

Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Drs. Sampson Davis, George Jenkins, and Rameck Hunt are practicing physicians, authors and the founders of The Three Doctors Foundation."

Reviews

[Rickie Bellamy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Book The Bond: Three Young Men Learn to Forgive and Reconnect with Their Fathers starts of with a kid by George talking about how he went through struggles with his dad. Also how education was his way out of poverty and how his dad was really never was around. His father was a drunk and liquor took over his life and with less money he saw George less. Part two of the book talks about a kid by the name of Sampson and how the Cosby show helped him through bad days. Also his father was not there for him too because he had problems with Sampson Mother. The book ended with part three talking about a kid Rameck and how he wanted to become a doctor but his father was on drugs and it took over his life which took time away from Rameck growing up.


The book was out-standing because of the life lessons learn. Each story was very unique in its own way. Reading the book more and more I got a real life sense from it. The descriptive words made me paint a picture of scence throughout the book which was engaging.


Overall this book was magnificent and I would recommend this book to teens that could be without a father and needs something to relate to and too everyone who is looking for a good read. In addition, this book was captivating.

[Cazual23 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, George, Sam & Rameck have done it again. I love these guys. They bring the conversations that need to happen to address the crises in our nation's ghettos. I am so thankful for them.
When I assign my South Bronx classes to write a short story about an important event in their lives, the most common story I read is the tale of a father leaving, especially from females. Guys might not be as comfortable talking about it. George, Sam & Rameck address the issue, once again bringing a heartfelt effort to heal the wounds hurting our poor communities. And it's not just a book for people from the hood, it's a book that speaks to the importance of family and fatherhood in all people's lives, and absentee fathers aren't just from the hood. The machismo of our culture, really human culture, has caused fathers to be absent, physically and emotionally, in too many cases worldwide. George, Sam & Rameck want to get to the issue and find solutions. Thank God.

[Pam · Rating 3 out of 5]

The authors are incredible men, who have overcome obstacles many of us luckily have never known, and they have not only thrived but are giving back to their communities and the nation as a whole with their inspirational stories. My rating of a three stars is partially a result that I had just finished Sampson Davis' book "Living and Dying in Brick City" before reading this book. As a result, their message became a bit repetitious. This book has a very important message about the value of fatherhood and strong male role models, but by each man writing his own story it became repetitious. I highly recommend that everyone pick up one of the books by these fine men but you may not want to read all of them.

[Kristjan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartbreaking, but hopeful. This book was very eye-opening for me, regarding a way of life that I have known very little about. It supports my belief that one of the biggest problems in this country is not poverty or crime, but absentee fathers. But fathers shouldn't carry all the blame. Sometimes the mothers should carry some of it, along with those who claim that "a child doesn't need a father". I would have given 5 stars, except that I found it more heartbreaking than hopeful, and the hope that's there is all in humanistic terms.

[Cheryl Durham · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading The Pact, I couldn't wait to read this. It was important for me to connect with the brothers. I found this to be just as fascinating. Brick City has taken control of so many of our young men. Brick City isn't just a physical location in a major metropolitan area. It's imprisonment. It can be an emotional one as well as a barrier in a small town. However, again the men showed " you may not be responsible for where you come from... but you definitely have some say in where you go. Two thumbs up and a read for our sons and the mothers or extending relatives raising our sons.

[Nandi Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books I've read on males making peace with their fathers. The sequel to The Pact, you will not be disappointed with this book. Written from the point of view of the doctors,as well as their fathers. Highly recommended.

[Samara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This should be required reading for any person that thinks they want to become a parent. These brothers clearly understand and explain just how much our children need both parents in their lives to build their self-esteem and self-purpose in life.

[Tamirah]

This book was interesting.My sister recommended this book.I told her that i was not interested in those type of books then i read it.The three men lives were interesting.They told how not having a father in there life effected them in a negative way.

[Tikay]

I read The Pact and enjoyed it so I'm eager to finish this one.

[Amen2334]

how that three people can over come anything

[Champaign Public Library]

The Champaign Public Library Table Talk Book Club discussed this title March 9, 2010 at the Douglas Branch.

[Hella · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recommend this book to anyone who has a father, is a father, or is planning to become a father, or anyone who has children. Thought-provoking book about the role of fathers.

[Kara Drefs · Rating 4 out of 5]

A follow up to The Pact. A little bit of repetition from the first book, but perhaps necessary to bring you up to speed.

[Christien Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very good book with lots of intrinsic knowledge about families, forgiveness, and the important roles of fathers. I enjoyed this book thoroughly.

[Jacob Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Bond, which is the follow-up to The Pact is a great story and provides a lot of inspiration as well as provides lessons for future fathers and current fathers. The Bond allowed the three men to explore their own lives, as well as connect with their father's history, as well as recapping things you might have already been familiar with from The Pact.

Depending on your own parental status, this book will definitely touch a lot of feelings and emotions. It will also make you think about reaching out to your father and want to learn about the things you realized you hadn't know about them.

This is a book that will inspire and make you examine a lot of things. A good read for anyone and definitely should be something on anyone's list.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Finally came back to this and finished. Honest lessons/reflections on the importance of fathers and their relationships with their children. Nice follow-up to The Pact.

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Forgiveness is the key to so much! As we think of the relationships we have with those who are close to us, we must remember people are doing the very best in the time and space that they are in.

[Suzette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book that shows us the importance of fathers, but also the importance of understanding and forgiveness. Highly recommended!

[Darmani · Rating 5 out of 5]

i have never read this book but off the review it sound like a good book

[Samantha LaFon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book filled with not only the three stories but advice for all children and fathers. Worth the read for any father or child, no matter their relationship. 10/10

[Umair Zaman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book for my English class. This book taught me how to raise a kids when I have it in future.l