One of the best books I have ever read, from start to finish
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The only thing I regret about The Day of the Jackal is that I saw the movie first, so I knew basically what the storyline was before I ever picked up the book.
However, what kept my interest up in reading the book  was Forsyth's constant attention to intricate details, fascinating details  that really painted the picture a lot more fully and clearly--and without  giving away what was going to happen.
And let's not forget the basic  characters of the book--they were quite realistic in their thinking and in  their actions based upon that thinking.  The mark of a great author, at  least as far as I see it, is the ability to create such realistic  characters and not have to resort to contrivance to make a point.
I  touched on this a bit earlier, but I don't want to forget to mention  specifically about the way Forsyth expertly kept the suspense building  until the climactic point near the end.
I could go on, but I would be  giving away specific plot details by doing so.
I strongly recommend for  anyone to read this book.  I can virtually guarantee that (s)he will not be  disappointed in the least.  Whether the reader's main interest is history,  suspense, or just a good story doesn't matter.
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Fabulous story . One of the best books I
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3017677
This is one of the best books I have written. I could not put it down and read it in a matter of days. It held my interest the whole way. I was fasinated by the story of how he made it down and out that day, but equally loved the story of his life and how he got to be where he was. He described blindness brilliantly and how they find ways to move around. I always thought I was pretty well versed on blindness, knowing people who are blind and my mother working with them when I was a child, but I learnt so much from this book.

Words really cannot describe or do this book justice. It is simply a book that must be read.
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One of the best books I have ever read. I can't believe it took me so long to pick it up. The Outsiders is an emotional, heartfelt and absolutely riveting story which I couldn't put down. I honestly can't put into words how much I loved it and write a decent review that it deserves, so I'll just leave it at that.
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Five stars is not enough.  One of the best books I have ever read.  It most definitely should be made into a movie!
3596397
This is, without a doubt, one of the best books I have ever read.  I couldn't put my kindle down.  It kept getting darker and darker and I thought, "I really should turn a light or two on," but I didn't want to stop reading.  It is not a light read;  it touches on some very dark and disturbing topics which are, sadly, all too true.  All of the characters and drawn with realism, exploring the light and dark, the vulnerability and strength within us all.  It also moves between the past and present and the secrets we keep from our families, thinking we are saving them from pain when perhaps we are only causing more of it.  It is a wonderful exploration of mothers and daughters as well.  I have recommended this book to all of my friends and if you are interested in the human reality of Jews in Germany during WWII, I recommend it to you, too.
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One of the best books I have read. Period. Reasons: 1) It inspired me; 2) Helped me understand Islam better, as well as the conflict in Israel / Palestine; 3) Was very well written and a real page-turner; and 4) Was a story of hope and heroism. We bought a couple copies as gifts, and everyone loved it too.
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One of the best books I have ever read. I came upon this gem serendipitously at a free library and so glad I did. Although  the premise was a gut wrenching and true account of a young  woman's life in WWII;  it is heart breakingly beautiful and deeply moving- surly made me appreciate all my blessing, even if they small. Gerda's words stayed with me days after I finished her memoir. It is a must read, for you or someone you know that loves to read historical and well written books.  I couldn't get this book out of my head, my mom loved it too!
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One of the best books I have ever read.  At the end of the book I actually wanted to start all over again.  Highly recommend this book.
2155138
one of the best books i have ever read! I would highly recommend it to everyone, that can read .
540096
One of the best books I have ever read; it made me think and it made me appreciate what a novel is capable of giving a reader.  It is full of deep developing characters.  It's descriptions are so rich that you feel as if you are there with the characters, involved in their lives, whether it is on the bus to New York or in a Denmark hotel.  I understand why it takes Donna Tartt ten years to write a novel - it is displayed in every chosen words and every action taken, in everything said and not said.  I hope she lives a long life and gives us more novels, so appreciated in this world of commercial fiction.
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Thats right. One of the best books I have ever read. I have already purchased some 5 copies for my friends - to share the beauty of the book with them too. Its a masterpiece.
The depth of description about a bird, and its daily life, is described here in a way I have come across before. But thats not what its all about. There are many concepts discovered here, and it makes the reader ponder. Issues such as war, friendship, love, dreams, insanity and sanity.
I especially got involved in Birdy's dream. I am a bit of a dreamer too. He goes onto explore the fact that maybe we living now, is a dream. And the dream that both you and I will have tonight, is actually our real life. I liked this view.
Buy the book, its very much out of the ordinary, and I hope you really enjoy it as much as I did!  Happy Reading!
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One of the top 10 BEST books I've read in my whole life!!
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I  believe it is the best book I ever read, Could not put it down .
4274185
Simply put, this book is a masterpiece. I read the entire book cover to cover in one sitting... I could NOT put it down! I cannot praise this book enough. Do yourself a favor and just buy it. If you don't recommend it to all your friends when you finish reading, I'll be shocked. There's a reason why this book has an almost perfect 5 star rating, and no it's not hype, it's that good, period.
4174490
One of the best books I have ever read. It's so full of love, mystery and hope. I could not put the book down. IT IS A MUST READ!
1813502
One of the best books i have ever read!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Loved iiiiiiiiiiiiiittt!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just buy this book you will not regret it