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Summary: Excellent and heart touching book.
Review: A man goes through life trying to figure out what he wants from the past. In the end he finds out it is not neccessary to stay and live in the past, but in the future and present.
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Summary: Finish the Journey
Review: After reading the first two books in The Christmas Box series, I felt compelled to finish reading the life tales of David and Mary Ann Parkin, and I'm glad I did. This final installment of David and Mary Ann's journey will give you the answers to the questions you had from before, but will also leave you with the most taunting of all questions...Why?
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Summary: Love Story at its Best!
Review: Bravo!! "The Letter" concludes the love story of David and Maryanne Parkin. You must read "The Christmas Box" and "Timepiece", to capture the entire story. Set in the 1930's, Evans did a wonderful job portraying this era. The events, the characters, the places, all well written. This series is one of the best I have ever read. David Parkin is a incredible man. Maryanne is a wonderful, understanding, loving person. Together through their loss of their daughter, Andrea, their lives go in different directions. David sets off on a journey to find answers. As he was abandoned by his mother at six years old, his feelings always haunted him. When Andrea dies, he virtually relives the same feelings, even worse, only this time shutting out Maryanne from his heart. Maryanne makes a major decision that will break your heart. Their love for each is so strong and real, you can feel it just by reading this love story. I can't leave out the characters of Catherine and Lawrence as well. Their part through-out the series is very touching and two very dedicated friends to the Parkins. The ending was incredible. I won't say how it ends but only that I wasn't expecting it and I had to have a box of tissues. As Evans bids farewell to the lives of David and Maryanne, so do I. It was an incredible love story. Don't pass this series up.
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Summary: Love Story at its Best!
Review: Bravo!! "The Letter" concludes the love story of David and Maryanne Parkin. You must read "The Christmas Box" and "Timepiece", to capture the entire story. Set in the 1930's, Evans did a wonderful job portraying this era. The events, the characters, the places, all well written. This series is one of the best I have ever read. David Parkin is a incredible man. Maryanne is a wonderful, understanding, loving person. Together through their loss of their daughter, Andrea, their lives go in different directions. David sets off on a journey to find answers. As he was abandoned by his mother at six years old, his feelings always haunted him. When Andrea dies, he virtually relives the same feelings, even worse, only this time shutting out Maryanne from his heart. Maryanne makes a major decision that will break your heart. Their love for each is so strong and real, you can feel it just by reading this love story. I can't leave out the characters of Catherine and Lawrence as well. Their part through-out the series is very touching and two very dedicated friends to the Parkins. The ending was incredible. I won't say how it ends but only that I wasn't expecting it and I had to have a box of tissues. As Evans bids farewell to the lives of David and Maryanne, so do I. It was an incredible love story. Don't pass this series up.
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Summary: Wonderful!!!
Review: Even if I am just 11 years old I love the Richard Paul Evans books. My mom was so surprised when I showed an interest in his books because they weren't written for children but she didn't stop me. Now I have read three of them and working on a forth. He is a truly talented writer and his books captured my attention completely. I Love This Book!!!!!
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Summary: The Dead LetterZone
Review: I admit that I have not read the other books in the trilogy that "The Letter" concludes, but this book gave me no inspiration to read the others. Trite and predictible, it's poorly developed characters seem wooden in what should be an emotionally charged semi-biography. The author relies on maudlin, mawkish emotions to propel the characters along. Rather than it feeling like it is based on a true story, it comes too close to being romance novel. I suppose if you like "The Bridges of Madison County," you'd find this enjoyable reading, but I'll pass on any more by this author
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Summary: The Dead LetterZone
Review: I admit that I have not read the other books in the trilogy that "The Letter" concludes, but this book gave me no inspiration to read the others. Trite and predictible, it's poorly developed characters seem wooden in what should be an emotionally charged semi-biography. The author relies on maudlin, mawkish emotions to propel the characters along. Rather than it feeling like it is based on a true story, it comes too close to being romance novel. I suppose if you like "The Bridges of Madison County," you'd find this enjoyable reading, but I'll pass on any more by this author
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Summary: Somewhat Disappointed in this Conclusion
Review: I LOVED the Christmas Box and bought several copies for friends. I enjoyed The Timepiece but not quite as much but it would still be in my Top 20 books. The Letter, however, was a big disappointment. I felt it didn't remain true to the characters and I especially didn't want David and Mary Anne to have problems and waste precious "Time" together. It may be a truer account of life but that's not what I was looking for. The other story line in the book was all that held this together for me.
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Summary: Hate to see the Parkins Go
Review: I wish the Parkins' story didn't have to end. They were a family whose love endured all, and I loved imagining how powerful was the loved they shared. Although I liked The Timepiece better, this book is still a very well written book that takes you into the soul of this family. You will cry with them and feel their heartbreak. This is a great book to snuggle up with.
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Summary: A Must Read!
Review: It's been a long time since a book has captured my attention and pulled at my heartstrings like this one. It's a must-read for anyone looking for a gripping, moving story about real relationships. Based on a true story, "The Letter" is a fast read, but more importantly, it's one that is hard to put down at night. The characters are described in-depth, and they are beliavable and likeable.
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