The Notebook

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Summary: You'll laugh, cry, and feel the love of this story
Review: One of the best books I ever read. I was reading it on a flight, and the flight attendent said, "Great book, but don't read the last chapter on the plane." She was right. I had to stop, because the tears wouldn't. Later that night in my hotel room, I bawled my eyes out. Great love story, REAL TEAR JERKER!!

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Summary: A beautifully written romance that leaves you wanting more.
Review: This story was written by a man?!?! The story truly touched my heart! The North Carolina area was beautifully described - I could actually picture them floating among the birds on the river and see the house in its surroundings. A true storyteller, Mr.(?) Sparks has given us a glimpse into his Grandparents' lives in such a way that they become friends, characters that the reader can really care about, cheer on and grieve with through their triumphs and tragedies. This story left me feeling like I wanted to know more, and yet to leave it the way Mr. Sparks did let the reader believe in miracles. He tastefully dealt with a terrible disease that is becoming epidemic throughout the world, and is tearing apart so many families. Although this story allows the reader insight into the struggles families have when dealing with Alzheimer's, it gives a glimmer of hope, as well. I look forward to reading his next novel!

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Summary: This one stays with you.
Review: When I first starting reading this novel, I thought it would be just another love story, but it wasn't; it was a powerful piece that juxtaposes youth and old age in a unique and magical way. I highly recommend this book. It's style is simple, but its content depicts (as Noah says what his father taught him and what he teaches us,) "What matters."

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Summary: A True Love Story!
Review: I sat down this weekend thinking that I would take my time to read "the Notebook" but instead I devoured every page. This book touched my heart in a way that no book ever has. I felt every word, and imagined every scene. It was truely beautiful.

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Summary: Powerful and passionate. I could not put it down.
Review: Best book I've ever read. I cried, no, I sobbed for the last 75 pages. Wow! I'd love to read more by this author.

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Summary: Never have I been so moved by a piece of literature!
Review: My sister begged me to read this book. I'm not one for love stories, but never have I been so moved by any piece of literature. I'm a tough one to impress. If anyone can get through this book without shedding a tear through the last chapter, you must have no heart.

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Summary: Good book. I don't usually like these,
Review: but my wife does. Usually I won't even read them. But this one looked short. And it was great! I didn't cry, but I did get choked up. She caught me, too.

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Summary: 150 pages in one day; spell binding!
Review: The Notebook; not fully understandable in the first few pages, yet everything falls together so perfectly. Every piece of this impossible puzzle falls into place flawlessly. A true piece of work. I heard about this on CNN, then bought the book. I am so glad I did. I encourage all of you to get this book and read it. I tried VERY hard to hold back my tears and barely made it. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I have.

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Summary: Best book I've read in years!
Review: This book is hard to put down! Warms your heart and makes you smile.

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Summary: You have to share this one with a friend
Review: Capable to make a grown man cry, The Notebook is real. Not being one to familiar with the disease of Alzheimers, this book brought the reality home. Noah and Allie are beautifully home spun, and real. Definately a wonderful story.