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This book has been lauded all over the blogosphere for months now. I’ve kept a for-review copy on my shelf but I haven’t opened it; I’ve been burned before by books that have been overhyped.
Happily I can say that didn’t happen this time. Happily I can say that this is a story I’d recommend to others for both the quality of the writing, the thoughtfulness of the story, and the depth of the characters.
So I say: Give this book a read. See what you think.
Happily I can say that didn’t happen this time. Happily I can say that this is a story I’d recommend to others for both the quality of the writing, the thoughtfulness of the story, and the depth of the characters.
So I say: Give this book a read. See what you think.
Sep 30, 2015
Lisa of Hopewell
rated it
really liked it
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Superb
Yes, this is categorized as a "romance" novel and I gave it 5 stars. Thoroughly enjoyable read with a touching ending.
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While not a literary masterpiece, the story pulled me in and I found myself nearly missing my stop on the train several times I was so engrossed in the lives of the main characters. Their story provides context and background for larger ethical questions around the meaning and quality of ones life. And while there are some moments that feel a bit contrived it never goes too far into unrealistic romance to take you away from the main themes being raised.
A little cheesy chick lit-ish at times and kind of predictable but overall was an enjoyable read.
Nov 15, 2013
Snowtulip
rated it
really liked it
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Dec 10, 2016
Victoria Allman
marked it as to-read
Feb 10, 2017
Curlysue
marked it as to-read
