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Summary: Light read. Heartwarming.
Review: After working with Alzheimer's patients for over three years, I found this book both touching and somewhat misleading. I enjoyed this tale and would recommend it to someone who wants a cathartic tear jerker.
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Summary: After over 500 reviews to date...
Review: ... what can be said about this book that hasn't already been said?I was given this book as a Christmas present, so I really tried to read it. Several times. But I simply wasn't interested in the first half. What did interest me was Allie's struggle with Alzheimer's and Noah's care for his wife. I have had two grandaunts who suffered from Alzheimer's and my grandmother suffered from a similar form of dementia, so I have a little experience here. There is such a phenomenon among elderly patients suffering from the various forms of dementia known as Sundowner's Syndrome. I have personally seen it in action. While what happened to Allie was unique, I refuse to believe (as some of the cynical reviewers below have) that it is beyond the realm of possibility. As the Bible reminds us, "With God, all things are possible." And that's what Mr. Sparks is writing about: the possibilities; the "what ifs" in life; the hope and dream of every Alzheimer's patient and his family. I read fiction to dream, to smile with hope. And with the last half of his book, that's what Mr. Sparks delivers. Would that he had caught my interest and kept it throughout. For the stuffed shirts looking for great literature and who sneer at the possibilities, be my guest and go be bored out of your skull (not to mention depressed) with Hemingway. For those looking no further than mild entertainment that includes a hopeful look at a tragic illness, give THE NOTEBOOK a try.
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Summary: All MEN should read this book!
Review: I read this book and shared it with my husband (Noah reminded me so much of him). He agrees, all men whether single or married will benefit from reading this book. It will give you a new understanding for what true love is all about...."in good times and bad, in sickness in health...".
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Summary: Magnificent
Review: Nicholas Sparks has written a book that will stay with me forever. The Notebook was an amazing tale of how "true love conquers all." I'm not ashamed to say I've read this book at least 20 times and I cry my eyes out every time. I can only wish that I have that kind of love in my lifetime. Everybody of all ages, male and female, should read this book for the love of love.
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Summary: Loved it
Review: I was looking for something to read. I pick this book up and started reading it at 3:00 pm one day and by the next day I finished it. The best book I've read this summer. Wish I could find more like this.
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Summary: what a TEAR JERKER
Review: I found this to be a very easy story to get into. It was really heartfelt for me. I admit it - I cried. I bought the audio-book version. I have listened to it several times and it still has the same effect on me. I would recommend it. Very good "listening"
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Summary: Another Heart-Warming Story
Review: "The Notebook" by Nicholas Sparks is an outstanding love story; possibly the best one I have ever read. The love that Allie and Noah have for each other is something that everyone wishes for in their lifetime. This story will make you laugh, make you cry, and make you realize that true love is a unbreakable gift. Great job Mr. Sparks!!!
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Summary: A Fantastic Love Story
Review: One of the best books ever - makes you beleive in love again - cannot wait for "A Walk to Remember" - continue your writing Mr. Sparks - its a pleasure to read such stories by a great author.
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Summary: The Most Powerful Novel I've Ever Read!
Review: The most moving novel I've read all year. After reading it, it gave me a whole new outlook on life. A very powerful and uplifting novel. The love between Noah and Allie is what the world needs!
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Summary: Fantastic talent
Review: The Triumph and the Glory is the only other novel I've read in recent years that made me cry. The Notebook:A Novel was simply beautiful, a heartwarming story that you will thoroughly enjoy.
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