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Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult was not what I expected...
I expected that the book would be consuming, pulling me as each new piece was revealed. I expected the characters to be mostly likable and relatable. I even expected some twists to keep the story interesting. I did not in no way, no how expect the ending. It was breathtaking, chilling, poignant and undeniable.
The story while meant to entertain and share information about elephants also reminded me of the fragility of life. The separation o ...more
I expected that the book would be consuming, pulling me as each new piece was revealed. I expected the characters to be mostly likable and relatable. I even expected some twists to keep the story interesting. I did not in no way, no how expect the ending. It was breathtaking, chilling, poignant and undeniable.
The story while meant to entertain and share information about elephants also reminded me of the fragility of life. The separation o ...more
Jodi Picoult is my number-one favorite author, and I've read all her books, excluding the plays and comics. Of course, I eagerly anticipated this new novel, even though I wasn't as interested in the subject matter as I've been with a lot of her earlier works.
13-year-old Jenna Metcalf's parents met when Thomas, who ran an elephant sanctuary in New Hampshire, came to see an African elephant reserve where Alice was doing doctoral research. They married and Alice joined Thomas and his employees, hu ...more
13-year-old Jenna Metcalf's parents met when Thomas, who ran an elephant sanctuary in New Hampshire, came to see an African elephant reserve where Alice was doing doctoral research. They married and Alice joined Thomas and his employees, hu ...more
I've read all of Jodi Picoult's books, and I really enjoyed this one because of the characters. Each one was unique, well-developed, and likable.
I also found the elephant aspect of the book fascinating and want to read some more about them and their memories/grieving.
I highly recommend this book. ...more
I also found the elephant aspect of the book fascinating and want to read some more about them and their memories/grieving.
I highly recommend this book. ...more
Loved this book! All the clues were there, but it was so skillfully written that the ending still took my by surprise.
One of my favorite Jodi Picoult books. In typical Jodi fashion, this novel was well researched, thoughtfully written and had an ending I didn't see coming at all! Gave me chills right up until the last page.
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