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Summary: Amazingly written
Review: I found it hard to put this one down, and when I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about it.
Kittle's imagery turns this book into not just a heartwarming story, but it is a song, a poem. It is like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold day. I don't know what I enjoyed more, simply following the story, or paying attention to how eloquently written the book is. It was a treat to read such a beautiful book.
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Summary: Powerful
Review: Let me tell you, I picked up this book on a recommendation from a friend who had said that I needed to keep tissues handy. I was over halfway through the book and had only gotten the sniffles twice and was wondering just what a cry-baby my friend is.Then I got toward the end of this book and cried like I have never cried over a book. And stupid me didn't keep the tissue handy! This is truely a powerful book! I have read alot of books with a character suffering from AIDS as a focal point and I've never read one this poignant! The characters are so wonderfully written and their relationships are so clear and powerful that when the ravages of that terrible disease start to rip at everyone involved it literally rips your heart out too. But don't get me wrong! Its not just a sob-story about AIDS meant to make you feel bad. Its an intricate tale of love - among friends, family, lovers, and even enemies. Its just a heart rendering look at human connections and a beautiful story with a tragic and yet almost inspiring ending. And rememeber to keep tissues handy!!!!
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Summary: Heartwarming
Review: The book is very heartwarming. Its about a sister that is called home to help take care of her sick brother. I would recommend it to everyone. It is very well written.
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Summary: If you're looking here because you're not sure ..
Review: then take my advice >> READ THIS BOOK! It's hard to believe that this is a first novel because it is so amazingly well written. (I genuinely felt like I was there in the house, in the room, with the wonderful characters!) It will only take you a short while to read -2/3 days max (and I'm normally a slow, SLOW reader!). The sub-title for this novel is "Scream the message of true love" and that's what this novel is all about: true love. And I loved it! The decline of Todd's health is heart-breaking -but ultimately inspiring. Read it and ENJOY every page!
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Summary: If you're looking here because you're not sure ..
Review: then take my advice >> READ THIS BOOK! It's hard to believe that this is a first novel because it is so amazingly well written. (I genuinely felt like I was there in the house, in the room, with the wonderful characters!) It will only take you a short while to read -2/3 days max (and I'm normally a slow, SLOW reader!). The sub-title for this novel is "Scream the message of true love" and that's what this novel is all about: true love. And I loved it! The decline of Todd's health is heart-breaking -but ultimately inspiring. Read it and ENJOY every page!
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Summary: Not Your Classic Love Story..But A Great One Nevertheless
Review: This book is a love story on many levels. Summer is the key character of the novel. She has had to give up her life dream of becoming a dancer because of an injury. She returns to her hometown to care for her older brother Todd who is dying of AIDS. It is through this sibling relationship that we see the love and respect that they both have for one another and with the various members of their family. We also get to witness the true love shared between Todd and his partner Jacob. They are true soul mates who love one another unconditionally. We also see the members of the family pull together and draw strength from each other through this entire ordeal. This is a moving novel, one which made me laugh and cry. Todd, who is literally fading from life tries to teach Summer about love and life. He tells her to "travel light", to let go of the emotional baggage that is such a big part of her life. He wants her to fight for her love that she has with Nicholas, and learn to be happy. Indeed it's a lesson we can all learn from. A touching story that I would definitely recommend.
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Summary: AN INCREDIBLE READ!
Review: This book is a MUST READ. The writing forces the reader to read on.
I read this book in two sittings! The lingering quotations in this story have had me reflecting over and over. I have just added her second book to my shopping cart. Curl up with this book but don't borrow it, BUY it! You'll want to go back to it!
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Summary: One of the best books I've ever read
Review: This book is just full of many great life lessons with characters that you fall in love with. I was so sad that the book was over. What a great story and a tender touch on the topic of dying of AIDS.
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Summary: "The pleasure of love is in loving"
Review: This book was such an inspiration to me. The two love stories; one I could relate to, one I can't yet. Summer's fear of spendig the rest of her life with someone, of allowing someone to love her so completely. The love story of Todd and Jacob was unconventional, but they had found perfect love that everyone tries so hard to find. One of the things that I loved so much about this book was the fact that I could relate to Summer, to not knowing who I want to be or what I want to do with my life. This book reminded me why I want to be a teacher. This book has taught me to not take the simple things for granted and that in life you'll have many regrets about things you have done or said, but the worst regrets will be things that you never said or did. Because none of us know whether we are living on a time-limit or how long the list of people we out-live will be.
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Summary: A Must Read!!
Review: This is a beautifully written book. I read it several years ago and I still think about it and want to read it again. I cannot recommend this book enough. You will come away with a different perspective of life and others around you. I believe that is what the author intended. A fabulous read!
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