An emotional journey.
931415
Loved this book. As mom to an autistic son who has gained a deep love for horses through therapeutic riding, this book hit home. What an amazing set of parents! This book made me laugh and cry at the same time. I've come to adore this family. Thanks for sharing your beautiful story.
3551510
A well written story will bring you along on a journey.  Hero takes readers on that journey.  It is powerful and moving.

When the story begins we meet Lydia Decker and her two children. They are preparing a party to celebrate her husband's promotion to detective.  That evening Lydia also plans to share the happy news they are expecting their third child.

Fast forward a three years and we meet Colby Morgan the eldest sibling of the Morgan clan.  Colby has a condo, a dog, and doesn't keep girlfriends around long especially when said girlfriend begins pushing for a commitment.

Lydia and Colby meet when Lydia is assigned to be his physical therapist. Colby is hospitalized due to a work injury. He cannot speak, but that doesn't prevent him from shamelessly flirting with Lydia.

This is a love story with challenges, and a few twists.
New to Lauren Rowe's Morgan brothers?  This is a good story to introduce you the big, crazy, happy Morgan family.
2764742
I just finished reading this book, it is beautifully told.  It is an emotional and spiritual journey for the reader.  This was a heartfelt and difficult story to share.  The vulnerability of Manna Ko to put this out there is so courageous.  You will not be sorry to embrace this venture.  I know I learned from it.
3948977
This is not all that much of a science fiction story as it is a story of relationships, particularly between a father and daughter. The setting and story work well enough, if you are willing to follow the deus ex machina aspect. Once that happens, though, things move and the tale is well told. The title is particularly apt. It's well done, and worth a read, but it is, as I said, an emotional journey.
1593206
A beautifully told descriptive story that blended the past and the present with a piece of history that I for one was not aware of. It is an emotional journey of a story that happened many years ago and left me wondering the tales my ancestors could tell and the untold stories that have died with them. A true test of what the human spirit is able to endure and survive. I was emotionally connected to the people and this was a captivating read that I found hard to put down once started .Once again Chris Bohjalian has another winner that leaves you thinking about the book long after you reach the ending.
2948319
I enjoyed this book. It was an emotional ride. It made me cry but it was a beautiful story. It was a good read.
2712217
A touching story. Makes you think about what attachments you have in life, and why.
3634638
This is an evocative and moving book about love, courage, loss, longing and the power of continued connection between mother and son. With a whole new realm of connection possibilities to consider, it beckons the mind and heart to stretch wide open.  Its an emotional, often mysterious, heart crushing AND heart lifting account of a young life extraordinarily well-lived and the loving and energetic bond that continues still between Melody and Dev.  This story is an intimate and emotional journey that invites the reader to sit still and contemplate whats possible. Bring a box of tissue and also prepare to smile through your tears as the power of love does its magic.
4170434
A Tale of Heartache and Love. I had a hard time relating to this book because, fortunately, I have not had to deal with the circumstances involved. I did however find this story moving, thought provoking, and wanting me to be ever more grateful for the people that I have in my life.

This story will take you through the unimaginable world of a family who loses their firstborn child as a stillborn. Too often these losses are viewed as non legitimate due to the circumstances but take a step into this family's lives and experience the grief as they cope with the loss.

It will bring you to tears.

I received a copy of this book for a fair and honest review.
4614731
A very good read. It is a story of healing. And to some degree, we are all hurt. A journey that starts with the pain of loss and a recovery of the love of life and self.
598427
Thank you Lester Lennon for this very personal and emotional journey. I highly recommend this book. As I moved from poem to poem I felt like I was on an emotional roller coaster and I thoroughly enjoyed the ride.
304998
A moving and emotional story of love, loss and heartache.  The characters are filled with angst and emotionally charged.  This reader felt their pain and heartache.  This was a different type of a love story in that the main character had to learn how to live on her own and not be too dependent on others.  Sometimes love is platonic and sometimes love is selfish or demanding.  This is a love that goes beyond all that.

Other than some issues in editing this book was interesting and shows much insight on the part of the author into feelings and relationships. I would be interested to see what the author writes next.
398801
Wisler takes us on a plane rode from the Southern US to Japan. She also takes us on an emotional ride from the scariness of sometimes seeking and finding our hidden past. Tragedy has a way of seeping into one's spirit,especially when experienced at a young age.  It must be brought out to the light and faced directly. Then it can be acknowledged and let good. This book takes the reader on such a journey. It is uplifting, just as the plane ride over the ocean is literally.
4410134
Matthew Turner has done a great job of portraying the emotions, actions and relationships of a young man, 22 years old who is diagnosed with a malignant, inoperable brain tumor.

Dante has decided he wants to take the trip of his dreams and visit all the places around the world he has always wanted to see. His cousin, Ethan, his best friend, Wil and his ex-girlfriend, Danii join him.

I think this trip was more cathartic for his companions than Dante. Dante learns a lot about Wil that even after 20 years of friendship he did not know --- the reasons behind his brash behavior and the cavalier way he treats women. Ethan, his somewhat stuffy cousin, learns that having fun is just that fun. Danii and Dante actually talk and get a lot of old history resolved and admit they still love each other.

The trip is an emotional roller coaster as Dante begins to slip. He is constantly in excruciating pain, eventually he starts having all the symptoms the doctors warned him about. Ultimately he goes home to his parents for his last few weeks. I'm not sure he ever found the answers or the peace he was looking for but he helped his friends immensely although I don't think he ever realized it.

It takes a very good writer to draw the reader into the emotions of the main character and Matthew Turner did just that. I felt Dante's anger, indecision, guilt and the concern he had for his friends - to the point of tears at times.

To some this may seem to be a depressing subject but it wasn't really. It was about 4 friends that bonded even more through this tragedy, learning and growing as they went.

This book was sent to be by the author for review purposes.
944551
I found myself in tears very early into Vivid and just knew it was going to be one heck of an emotional journey, and it was.

Grace and Merrick grew up next door to each other, and while she definitely noticed him, he never saw her. Life goes on and they both have faced their struggles ~ his from the horrors of war and hers from the devastating loss of a child and being abandoned by the childs father. They both find themselves back in the homes where they grew up, with the hope that they would find the healing they need. They also find themselves becoming important pieces in each others lives as Grace becomes his home care nurse while he recovers from injuries he received while deployed.

Grace and Merrick both have their demons, ones they very much need to overcome on their own, yet through each other they find the strength and acceptance they require to accomplish it. Its not an easy journey for either, as their scars, run deep, and even as they find the love they need and desire in each other, they still find themselves questioning their worthiness.

Grace and Merricks story is one of loss, acceptance, healing, growth, and most important, love.

I won't soon forget this pair, and neither will you.
3340365
Beautifully Awake was an emotional journey though the characters past and present. Lili is a case worker at a Philadelphia hospital. Her past is layered with heartache and loss. For three years Lili has cut herself off from her life and has been drifting through the motions of living. Chase is a neurosurgeon who has just taken over at the hospital. His past is marred with difficult decisions, regret and blame. In a moment following a tough surgeries, Lili and Chase finally admit to the feelings they have both been trying to keep hidden. One of my favorite parts of this story is the game that the main characters play of truth. This leads to the past secrets being revealed in a very fun but emotional way. The chemistry Lili and Chase have is off the charts. The secondary characters of Sierra and Asher were great additions and much needed comical relief to mix into the heavy emotions. I cried through most of the book especially the epilogue, which is told from Chases point of view. Book two, Beautifully Done is going to be Ashers story.
1705625
Such a saddening story, written in a way that doesn't allow you to put the book down. Such a journey.