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Summary: Harlequin romance, indeed
Review: Those who've likened this book to a Harlequin romance have hit it on the head. It's not the worst book I've ever read, but it wasn't worth the time it took to read it, either. The last section, about the nursing home, is truly touching, and offers a personal insight into living with someone with Alzheimer's disease that I've never read before in fiction. I wish I'd skipped the rest of the book and just read the end.
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Summary: Left me speechless, yet understanding so much more
Review: If you have trouble understanding the pain of dealing with alzheimers, read this book. If you want to read a great love story, read this book. If you want to read a great book, period, read this book. It is an emotional rollercoaster that allows you to understand so much more that it is both enlightening, and terribly upsetting, in a positive way if possible.
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Summary: One of the best books that I've ever read...
Review: It's difficult to talk about the content of the book without giving away the plot. On a broad view, it's a love story, but not in a sweet, sappy, happily ever after sense. The realism is fantastic- so much so, that I read it from start to finish in one night- I just couldn't put it down. The book has a slow start as you're introduced to the characters, but once the plot takes off, it draws you into the lives of the people that you're reading about. That's really all that I can say without giving away the story, but I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a good story to curl up with on a rainy day. Definitely 5 stars!
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Summary: The Notebook
Review: This novel contains one of the most enchanting love stories I have ever had the pleasure to read. The everlasting love, the romance and all it's simplicity captivates you and carries you through an emotional journey that is like no other. a must read !
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Summary: waste of time
Review: This book is astoundingly awful. It has almost no plot, character development, or conflict. It is completely predictable, boring, and slow. It brims with syrup-y ingenuine unbelievable sentimentality expressed in childish cliched prose.The protagonists are flawless and over idealized. The writing itself is nauseating. One protagonist is described as a "living poem".The other's "every movement exudes sexuality". Read the other criticisms. They tend to be right on the money. My sister-in-law gave the notebook to me for Xmas because it "changed her life". I'm baffled as to how. And I'm not just a heartless male. I've enjoyed several "Oprah" books. "The Notebook" is cotton candy. Overly sweet puffed air in pretty colors that will leave you with a stomach ache.
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Summary: Captivating Love Story
Review: The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks was a captivating love story that lasted a lifetime. I enjoyed this book emensley. I have shared it with everyone I know. I have read all of his works since. Thay are a quick read, but enjoyable all the same.
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Summary: The Notebook
Review: I have read this book twice now. I encouraged my sister who works with patients with dementia to read it also. For both of us, this book has been life changing. To appreciate what you have, at this moment, is a gift. She sees and hears times of clarity with her patients. The time of clarity may not be as long as Noah and Allie shared but the idea was there. A beautiful love story. It is best to read the last 60 pages by yourself with lots of tissues:)
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Summary: Touching and couldn't-put-it-down
Review: This book was inspiring and touching. I found it hard to connect with (I've never been in love) but it was hard to put down, and I really enjoyed reading it. I would recommend it to anyone!
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Summary: a simple, story that tugs at the heart
Review: I read this book with a box of Kleenex beside me. The characters are well drawn, and its easy to escape into their lives, into their story. The story itself is simple, and true in that simplicity. There are no extra bells and whistles, just a beautifully sweet book. I highly recommend it.
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Summary: A timeless romance novel
Review: Beautifully written in the common language of any one who has ever felt in love, "The Notebook" by Nicholas Sparks is captivating. The book takes you immediately into the character's lives, in a charming plot that brings the lovers together-- taking you through their journey. The book is pure entertainment, and it will leave you with a glow of hope--a hope that ensures love does exist and draws people together. It is a heart-warming book that leaves the reader smiling from the soul outward.
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