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Alive Day: A Story of Love and Loyalty
Based on a true story, Alive Day is an inspiring, affirming tale about a troubled Marine and a big-hearted Labrador who shows him the power of love, loyalty, and truly living.
A Marine's "Alive Day" celebrates the survival after an almost certain death. It's a time of hope and joy. But Antwone Carver isn't celebrating. Home from war but not quite whole, Antwone's having trouble dealing with his new physical limitations.
Psychiatrist Brenden McCarthy can relate. He thought he'd lost everything when he was blinded in a mountain climbing accident. But with God's help, he's now living a satisfying life and feels called to help Antwone do the same. The problem is, he's hit one dead end after another trying to reach this bitter young Marine.
Enter Brenden's big-hearted and courageous black Labrador, Nelson. With boundless energy, contagious optimism, and a big heart, Nelson shows them both what it means to live a truly abundant life.
Praise for Alive
"Characters you will savor and cherish. Unforgettable." —Betty White
Full-length inspirational novelPerfect for pet lovers who enjoy stories of hope, optimism, and trustThe journey Brenden began in the heartwarming novel Together continues with Alive Day
A Marine's "Alive Day" celebrates the survival after an almost certain death. It's a time of hope and joy. But Antwone Carver isn't celebrating. Home from war but not quite whole, Antwone's having trouble dealing with his new physical limitations.
Psychiatrist Brenden McCarthy can relate. He thought he'd lost everything when he was blinded in a mountain climbing accident. But with God's help, he's now living a satisfying life and feels called to help Antwone do the same. The problem is, he's hit one dead end after another trying to reach this bitter young Marine.
Enter Brenden's big-hearted and courageous black Labrador, Nelson. With boundless energy, contagious optimism, and a big heart, Nelson shows them both what it means to live a truly abundant life.
Praise for Alive
"Characters you will savor and cherish. Unforgettable." —Betty White
Full-length inspirational novelPerfect for pet lovers who enjoy stories of hope, optimism, and trustThe journey Brenden began in the heartwarming novel Together continues with Alive Day
237 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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Tom Sullivan
63 books37 followersTom Sullivan is an American singer, actor, writer, and motivational speaker. Blind since infancy, he has been a public advocate for assistive services for the blind, and research into treatments for blindness.
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March 21, 2016
I'm not sure how to begin this review. Marine,Antwone Carver has returned from war but he is a broken man. He came from a poor background but went into the Marines as a way of bettering himself. Now his spinal cord is severed and the doctor tells him he is paralyzed from the waist down and that he also has no way to function sexually. Newly married this sends him into a depression and he gives up on life. From his hospital bed he meets Psychiatrist Brendan McCarthy . Brendan has been blinded in a climbing accident but he has an absolutely incredible guide dog, Nelson. With boundless energy,contagious optimism ,and a big heart ,Nelson shows them both what it means to live a truly abundant life.
Tom Sullivan, the author lost his sight as an infant, is an actor,singer,author and producer. He has been nominated for Emmy awards and has written nine books. Absolutely Amazing!
Tom Sullivan, the author lost his sight as an infant, is an actor,singer,author and producer. He has been nominated for Emmy awards and has written nine books. Absolutely Amazing!
May 7, 2018
Loved this! Although it's listed as Christian Fiction, I really didn't think it should fall into that genre. There are a few references to God, but nothing preachy. I found the story to be uplifting, learned a lot about Marines and what the wounded go through in the aftermath. I also learned a few things about myself along the way. Of course, with there being a dog in the story, how could I not resist this book?! So wish I could give this more than 5 stars!
October 12, 2013
Sullivan has a good premise - a visually-impaired psychiatrist and his guide dog helping a spinal-cord injured Iraq War veteran adapt to his injuries. The book is optimistic, with a hopeful thread running through-out. Unfortunately, it's all down hill from there. Alive Day is preachy, condescending and offensive on a couple of levels. First, Sullivan paints a caricature of a young, African American man, raised in a Los Angeles ghetto by a single mother, with 8 children fathered by different men and full of "shuck and jive" talk. I mean, really? Second, Sullivan does a grave disservice to veterans seeking care for physical and emotional trauma by implying that the VA is so dysfunctional, that a "pro bono" psychiatrist must provide the care. I worked for 25 years as a social worker in VA health care, 4 in VA spinal cord injury treatment centers and 7 in headquarters developing policies and programs to smooth the transition from military health/mental health care to VA care and civilian life. The majority of research conducted on spinal cord injury and PTSD treatment and rehabilitation has been done by VA practitioners; their treatment programs are second to none. The idea that federal budget cutbacks would prevent VA mental health practitioners from offering one-on-one mental health services is ludicrous. VA SCI centers are exceptionally well-funded and staffed with the highest calibre physicians (neurosurgeons, physiatrists, psychiatrists and other specialists); psychologists; nurse practitioners; physical and occupational therapists; vocational rehab therapists; and clinical social workers. Each patient has a treatment team that meets weekly to discuss progress toward treatment goals, and the patient and family are part of those meetings. SCI social workers help patients and families understand spinal cord injuries and treatments, provide counseling services to help with adjustment to injuries, and participate in home visits to determine what modifications need to be made to the home prior to discharge. Patients receive state-of-the art equipment (wheelchairs, sports chairs, etc.) and VA grants to modify their homes to make them wheelchair accessible. SCI patients and spouses/significant others also work with health care providers to learn about sexuality post-injury. In terms of rehab, the VA started and continues to organize national wheelchair games that draw hundreds of disabled veterans and non-veterans to these sporting events. In addition, the VA Health Care Administration works closely with the Department of Defense to assure that injured service members are transferred to VA treatment facilities closest to their homes and families. Since there is an excellent regional VA SCI Center in San Diego, there is virtually no reason why a patient from San Diego would be sent to Seattle (though the VA Puget Sound Health Care System also has an excellent SCI Center and PTSD treatment program). Speaking of which, VA was instrumental in developing the Seamless Transition Program to help active duty service members easily transfer their care from DoD facilities to VA health care facilities. Treatment for PTSD is done concurrently with any and all health care and rehabilitation programs. Sullivan did an exceptionally poor job of researching his book, including treatment for PTSD, spinal cord injuries, VA health care and mental health care, and psychiatric care in general. Brendan McCarthy's manner of providing psychiatric care is laughable. He really didn't think that a newly-injured war veteran would have thoughts of suicide? VA SCI centers have peer counseling programs, with veterans who have successfully completed rehabilitation and who have been thoroughly trained to meet with newly-injured veterans to talk about adjusting to life post-injury and to answer questions (the role that Brendan McCarthy tried to play when he should have been serving as a mental health provider). They also have in-house representatives from the Paralyzed Veterans of America to serve as advocates. In terms of VA compensation, veterans with spinal cord injuries are considered 100% disabled; a married veteran with no children receives a minimum of $2973/month, tax-free. I suggest that the next time Sullivan wants to write a book, that he thoroughly research his subject. He should have visited a VA SCI Center and talked with staff and veterans about rehabilitation prior to writing about it. And by the way, there are service dogs for SCI patients.
September 14, 2025
In this sequel to Together, Brendan McCarthy is a psychiatrist, and he takes on the case of a Marine whose spinal cord injury in combat leaves him paralyzed from the waist down.
Sullivan offers up another generous helping of sweetness, inspiration, and romance. Once again, the guide dog Nelson gets to be a hero. The book illustrates the capabilities of disabled people to have full, meaningful lives, a message that is still important because of the pervasive misconceptions and low expectations of the general public. Too often, though, dialogue among characters turned to speechifying, including defining terms (like PTSD) that are so widely known already that the extra authorial help became irritating. There were also troubling details, like Brendan's reliance on counting steps to know where he was. This is not an effective method for blind people to navigate. Still, if you want a truly feel-good tale, grab your tissues and follow Nelson and Brendan as they provide hope and healing together.
Sullivan offers up another generous helping of sweetness, inspiration, and romance. Once again, the guide dog Nelson gets to be a hero. The book illustrates the capabilities of disabled people to have full, meaningful lives, a message that is still important because of the pervasive misconceptions and low expectations of the general public. Too often, though, dialogue among characters turned to speechifying, including defining terms (like PTSD) that are so widely known already that the extra authorial help became irritating. There were also troubling details, like Brendan's reliance on counting steps to know where he was. This is not an effective method for blind people to navigate. Still, if you want a truly feel-good tale, grab your tissues and follow Nelson and Brendan as they provide hope and healing together.
March 4, 2022
I had to have a box of tissue nearby on this book. It was a beautiful story and well written. How wonderful that Brendan made such a difference in someone else's life. I sometimes feel low and hoplessness because I have no one to love me the way in which Darla loves Antwone. I have been alone for over 10 years now and my anxiety mixed with loneliness and depression often bring darkness into my life. I do have faith that God can change things. Soon I will be going back to working as a Hospice volunteer simply because that work is so rewarding for me. It makes you appreciate your life more. Thanks to the author for making me feel good at the end of his book "Alive day". I recommend this to anyone who wants to give up. There is always light at the end of the dark tunnel if we just hope.
April 19, 2025
Military propaganda masquerading as a “feel-good” story about a white savior helping a recently paralyzed vet named Antwone learn to navigate his disability (mostly by the white savior putting Antwone’s disability in terms of basketball). When Sullivan isn’t busy licking boots, giving his Black characters (atrociously written) dialogue about how things were better before Civil Rights, or reducing women to doting wives/mothers with no interesting conflicts of their own, he’s cooking up some of the least compelling prose I may have ever read (e.g., “their lovemaking fueled by being so much in love”). I wish I had something positive to say… I guess the seeing-eye dog is cool.
April 20, 2020
While searching for a book I ran across this book in my bookshelf I had forgot I owned it. My oh my I’ve read a lot of books during this pandemic and this is one of the best yet. I love the writing style of Tom Sullivan. Tom lost his site as an infant and this book is great about the love and devotion that goes into owning a seeing eye dog! If you’re an animal lover of any type this book is for you it also has a great inspirational message!!!
I hope to read more of Mr. Sullivan‘s books in the future!
I hope to read more of Mr. Sullivan‘s books in the future!
March 7, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. I thought the author did a really good job at not just describing disabilities but also the mental struggles that a soldier can face coming home from war.
This book definitely do not shy away from the mental aspects either of PTSD and anxiety that the character goes through.
This book definitely do not shy away from the mental aspects either of PTSD and anxiety that the character goes through.
February 13, 2018
Another Great read
I found this book teaching me, making smile and making me cry. I loved it! I would have everyone I know read it!
I found this book teaching me, making smile and making me cry. I loved it! I would have everyone I know read it!
February 12, 2019
Fantastic read. At times, I wondered where the author was heading with the plot. Then it became blissfully obvious. Educational and inspirational.
December 19, 2019
Disappointed
Read this thinking the whole time it was a true story. Took off a star for this deception. They say at the very end that it's fiction. Boo.!
Read this thinking the whole time it was a true story. Took off a star for this deception. They say at the very end that it's fiction. Boo.!
January 10, 2022
A poignant story of a blind psychiatrist with an amazing guide dog who treats a paralyzed veteran. I needed the optimism this book provides. Make every day your Alive Day.
July 7, 2025
I loved how this book was put together. Lots of love & compassion from Nelson the dog and it’s really true how much they care for us. The fact that Betty White helped write this book made me love it all the more. Any animal lover will love this book.
May 27, 2013
Alive Day is primarily about a blind psychiatrist named Brenden and his guide dog named Nelson. Brenden lost his sight due to a civilian accident while climbing a mountain. He is encouraged by his colleague, Dr. Barnes, to take on some pro bono work in the form of newly disabled military personnel. Dr. Barnes, also a blind person, feels that Brendan can bring a sense of camaraderie to sessions with disabled veterans. It was his hope that those veterans would be more likely to open up to someone who has been in their shoes.
BRENDEN'S STRUGGLE:
"Brenden, you can't fight for your country because you went blind, but you can serve your nation by making a difference in the lives of some of these young men."
Brenden fights his conscience at first over whether to take on this work.
"Is every person with a disability obligated to get involved?"
"Do I have a responsibility to get involved with these vets?"
After much of his own therapy and the help of Nelson, his guide dog, Brendan no longer reacts very much to his disability and therefore does not feel like the vets would identify with him. Between Dr. Barnes, Brenden's wife, Brenden himself, and even Nelson, Brenden decides to take on just one case to start.
THE PATIENT:
Enter Marine Antwone Carver, freshly labelled a Paraplegic by the very clinical and low-blow neurosurgeon Dr. Craig. Dr. Craig proceeds to tell the young marine, with absolutely no heart at all, that not only is he now permanently a paraplegic, but Antwone will no longer be physically able to satisfy his wife in the bedroom. And, as if Dr. Craig just wants to rate himself lower in my book, he proceeds to hit on the wife right in front of the freshly devastated husband.
Antwone's career and his wife are his entire world, so nothing could have been worse for the young man to hear. This news, however premature it was, causes Carver to push away his wife.
Carver closes himself off from the world, becoming extremely bitter in a short amount of time. He feels that the world has abandoned him, especially the Marines. By the 2/3 point of the book, Carver has devolved to extreme resolutions and actions in order to keep from coping.
THE WIFE:
Considering how much contemporary romance I have been reading, my first thought when he pushed her away was that she would eventually move on with someone else. However, I underestimated her commitment to her husband.
While she did not know what to do at first, Antwone's wife did make the right decision in letting him ask her to come back later on. She could have barged her way back into his hospital room, demanding he accept that she was not going anywhere. She let him come back to her on his own terms and in his own time.
One of my favorite quotes was from Brendan's wife herself: "When a woman loves a man – I mean really loves him – she adapts, no matter what." That is exactly what Carver's wife did from minute one. I admired her strength and commitment to her husband
NELSON THE WONDERPUP:
I just loved Nelson in this story. As a guide dog for Brenden, Nelson has a big job - being a walking guide, a danger spotter, a best friend, and a family pet.
However, not only does Nelson do his job well, He goes above and beyond in every way. Nelson more than once saves Brenden, and even gets Carver to open up in his sessions with Brenden.
I highly recommend this book to pet lovers as well as anyone who wants a heartwarming read. Five stars!
BRENDEN'S STRUGGLE:
"Brenden, you can't fight for your country because you went blind, but you can serve your nation by making a difference in the lives of some of these young men."
Brenden fights his conscience at first over whether to take on this work.
"Is every person with a disability obligated to get involved?"
"Do I have a responsibility to get involved with these vets?"
After much of his own therapy and the help of Nelson, his guide dog, Brendan no longer reacts very much to his disability and therefore does not feel like the vets would identify with him. Between Dr. Barnes, Brenden's wife, Brenden himself, and even Nelson, Brenden decides to take on just one case to start.
THE PATIENT:
Enter Marine Antwone Carver, freshly labelled a Paraplegic by the very clinical and low-blow neurosurgeon Dr. Craig. Dr. Craig proceeds to tell the young marine, with absolutely no heart at all, that not only is he now permanently a paraplegic, but Antwone will no longer be physically able to satisfy his wife in the bedroom. And, as if Dr. Craig just wants to rate himself lower in my book, he proceeds to hit on the wife right in front of the freshly devastated husband.
Antwone's career and his wife are his entire world, so nothing could have been worse for the young man to hear. This news, however premature it was, causes Carver to push away his wife.
Carver closes himself off from the world, becoming extremely bitter in a short amount of time. He feels that the world has abandoned him, especially the Marines. By the 2/3 point of the book, Carver has devolved to extreme resolutions and actions in order to keep from coping.
THE WIFE:
Considering how much contemporary romance I have been reading, my first thought when he pushed her away was that she would eventually move on with someone else. However, I underestimated her commitment to her husband.
While she did not know what to do at first, Antwone's wife did make the right decision in letting him ask her to come back later on. She could have barged her way back into his hospital room, demanding he accept that she was not going anywhere. She let him come back to her on his own terms and in his own time.
One of my favorite quotes was from Brendan's wife herself: "When a woman loves a man – I mean really loves him – she adapts, no matter what." That is exactly what Carver's wife did from minute one. I admired her strength and commitment to her husband
NELSON THE WONDERPUP:
I just loved Nelson in this story. As a guide dog for Brenden, Nelson has a big job - being a walking guide, a danger spotter, a best friend, and a family pet.
However, not only does Nelson do his job well, He goes above and beyond in every way. Nelson more than once saves Brenden, and even gets Carver to open up in his sessions with Brenden.
I highly recommend this book to pet lovers as well as anyone who wants a heartwarming read. Five stars!
September 9, 2009
Psychiatrist Brendan McCarthy knows a thing or two about struggles and dealing with curve balls. She about seven years ago, Brendan was mountain climbing when he had an accident that left him blind for the rest of his life. Luckily for Brendan, he has met the perfect companion in Nelson, a black Labrador with a heart of gold.
Antwone Carver thought his life was over. He survived a critical situation, which has left him paralyzed from the waist down. Antwone felt like he has nothing else to live for. He pushed away his wife. Dr. McCarthy gets called upon to help consul Antwone. When Antwone first meets Brendan, he doesn’t realize that Brendan is blind, as Nelson is not with him. Dr. McCarthy tries everything he can possible think of to connect with Antwone but nothing seems to work. Nelson teaches Antwone that his life isn’t over but just beginning.
Alive Day is the first novel I have read by Tom Sullivan. I have to say that after reading this book that I will be checking out the rest of his novels. This is such a heart-warming, uplifting read. I really connected with Brendan, Antwone and Nelson. Or course I do have to say that Nelson stole the show and was my favorite. You couldn’t help but fight along side Nelson as he helped Antwone to recovery. There was one part in this book, where I had the biggest smile. It was when Brendan left Nelson at home. Nelson couldn’t stand the fact that he was separated from his master and he crashed through the upstairs window to get to Brendan. I can understand the relationship that a guide dog forms with his human. It is even more special than just a person owning a dog for a pet. This is because I once trained a guide dog. Alive Day is a must read. I give it four paws!
Antwone Carver thought his life was over. He survived a critical situation, which has left him paralyzed from the waist down. Antwone felt like he has nothing else to live for. He pushed away his wife. Dr. McCarthy gets called upon to help consul Antwone. When Antwone first meets Brendan, he doesn’t realize that Brendan is blind, as Nelson is not with him. Dr. McCarthy tries everything he can possible think of to connect with Antwone but nothing seems to work. Nelson teaches Antwone that his life isn’t over but just beginning.
Alive Day is the first novel I have read by Tom Sullivan. I have to say that after reading this book that I will be checking out the rest of his novels. This is such a heart-warming, uplifting read. I really connected with Brendan, Antwone and Nelson. Or course I do have to say that Nelson stole the show and was my favorite. You couldn’t help but fight along side Nelson as he helped Antwone to recovery. There was one part in this book, where I had the biggest smile. It was when Brendan left Nelson at home. Nelson couldn’t stand the fact that he was separated from his master and he crashed through the upstairs window to get to Brendan. I can understand the relationship that a guide dog forms with his human. It is even more special than just a person owning a dog for a pet. This is because I once trained a guide dog. Alive Day is a must read. I give it four paws!
August 1, 2012
"Alive Day" is a feel good read about the loss of purpose, and identity. Written by a blind man, the story follows two main characters an injured Marine (I forgot his name now) who is struggling greatly because he has lost the use of this legs during a tour in Iraq. And blind Dr. Brendan McCarthy and, his psychologist. Dr Brendan can relate with the Marine’s struggles because he too has struggled with such issues---he had lost his sight via a climbing accident a few years previous. This is good in that it delivers a message of good morals, and I believe the author’s intention is genuine. Also the book is unquie in that it is from the point of view of a blind man....I love reading books from the point of people from different cultures or mindsets than myself.
Nevertheless, the book lost points mainly because the characters and many of their lines are pretty stereotypical. But also in the author’s attempt to write a Christian novel I feel he has done what so many other Christian authors have doe : make a cliché, everything has to end perfectly, everything is warm and fuzzy, there is no complexity in life because we mentioned Jesus once The End.
Still, the writing style was very agreeable. The message in the book - of loving oneself even if there are faults within us - is important, and the call to arms to support our troops and our veterans is very noble. Still, one can't help but lament the fact that the writing is cliché, and very cumbersome at times.
Nevertheless, the book lost points mainly because the characters and many of their lines are pretty stereotypical. But also in the author’s attempt to write a Christian novel I feel he has done what so many other Christian authors have doe : make a cliché, everything has to end perfectly, everything is warm and fuzzy, there is no complexity in life because we mentioned Jesus once The End.
Still, the writing style was very agreeable. The message in the book - of loving oneself even if there are faults within us - is important, and the call to arms to support our troops and our veterans is very noble. Still, one can't help but lament the fact that the writing is cliché, and very cumbersome at times.
August 5, 2009
Alive Day by Tom Sullivan is a heart-warming novel based on a true story. Brendan McCarthy is a psychiatrist who had to learn how to live all over again after becoming blinded in a mountain climbing accident. With his beautiful wife and two terrific kids, Brendan has built a great life for himself, especially with the help of his Black Lab helper, Nelson. When Brendan takes on a new patient, a former Marine Antwone Carver who has recently become a paraplegic, his skills are pushed to their limits, and it will be Nelson who once again teaches someone how to live. There's been a growth in feel-good animal stories after the success of Marley & Me, but Alive Day is far more than a copycat (sorry, couldn't help the pun) novel. Brendan and Antwone's relationship is prickly because of the Marine's anger over his disability, it's Nelson who breaks the ice and allows Antwone to find hope and a purpose for living again. Sullivan reminds readers that life doesn't end with disability and loss; we all still have something to give. Nelson's pure doggy charm will win over readers, especially animal lovers.
June 28, 2010
As a reader it is difficult to become invested in characters early in a book. Alive Day was not the case. I think what was different about this story was the bond between Dr. Brendan McCarthy and his seeing eye dog, Nelson. It also gave light to what wounded soldiers have to face not just on a physical level, but mental and emotional levels, when they return home.
Also, knowing the author, Tom Sullivan, is blind gave the story an even more realistic quality. The experiences Brendan has in this novel gives insight into the world of the blind, and brings to light the richness of the senses that those who have sight lack.
Like the back of the book says, this story is about “the power of love, loyalty, and living full-out.” And I would also say that it is about hope and second chances.
Also, knowing the author, Tom Sullivan, is blind gave the story an even more realistic quality. The experiences Brendan has in this novel gives insight into the world of the blind, and brings to light the richness of the senses that those who have sight lack.
Like the back of the book says, this story is about “the power of love, loyalty, and living full-out.” And I would also say that it is about hope and second chances.
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August 6, 2011"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." Partially, a true story, the book revolves around the power of love, friendship, and loyalty and living full-out!
When Dr. McCarthy decides to treat a war vet of Iraq who is disabled and hopeless. For Dr. McCarthy is disabled himself, he knows exactly what it means to be disabled and how to cope with this condition by participating in life, work, doing sports, workouts.
An inspiring story, neat, with a sense of humor that keeps the reader tied with the book. A must reading - I recommend it!
When Dr. McCarthy decides to treat a war vet of Iraq who is disabled and hopeless. For Dr. McCarthy is disabled himself, he knows exactly what it means to be disabled and how to cope with this condition by participating in life, work, doing sports, workouts.
An inspiring story, neat, with a sense of humor that keeps the reader tied with the book. A must reading - I recommend it!
March 12, 2010
Good read; story about a blind psychiatrist who has an amazing bond with his guide dog, Nelson, a black lab. Nelson is instrumental in helping the doctor treat an Iraq vet who has been paralyzed. Towards the end, Nelson and the Dr. are aboard a ferry which crashes and Nelson saves the doctor's life .......... very good, feel good read.
July 30, 2009
Blind psychiatrist, Brendan, and Iraq war vet, Antwone, form a bond through therapy that brings Antwone to terms with his disabilities. Little suspenseful twist at the end with Nelson, the Black Lab. Just an OK story - fast read.
November 19, 2009
I would read another book from this author. A story about a blind man, his dog, and the paralized man he tries to help. Good story, but not as much depth as I expected for a book that is partially based on a true story.
November 5, 2010
Poor writing. Boring story. Unrealistic characters. Never for a moment did I lose myself in the story and think these events might actually be happening. I always knew I was being preached to - and badly at that.
December 23, 2013
Read this twice in 24 hours (only 183 pp) it was that good. Sequel to "TOGETHER" by same author. This book puts a face on the war in Iraq, which sounds more like a police action than an actual war with a known enemy.
The Marines are awesome.
The Marines are awesome.
December 6, 2009
Good book about how a blind psychiatrist and his seeing-eye dog help another injured Marine cope with his paralysis and PTSD and find new meaning in his life.
A very quick read.
A very quick read.
April 13, 2010
I SO wanted to enjoy this book but....the writing was AWFUL. Short, choppy, mood jumping, no character development, etc. Would not recommend.
February 17, 2012
I noticed someone had shelved this as "no-desire-to-finish." I like that description. I send them back if I don't like them. And that's where this one went, back to the library.
October 16, 2012
I worked with Tom on this book. Dogs are amazing creatures and are such a big part of Tom's life.
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December 14, 2013I love all the characters in this story, especially Nelson the Lab.
December 19, 2014
Wow! if the first book was awesome, this sequel was even better! what a way to pay forward! and what an important message, of how the disabled can help the disabled! mostly by example.
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