Another Great Read from Mitch Albom
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I'm not a professional book reviewer by any means, but rather a person who loves to read a good book and to tell others about the books I enjoy and hope they will also.  I don't know what it is about Mr Albom, but his books continue to speak to me in ways it's hard to explain.  This is a "feel-good" book to me, and it  gave words to feelings I am unable to express nearly as clearly or as well as he does. To me, this is what is good read is supposed to do, and once again, I can only tell you that I hope this book will bring you satisfaction and a sense of well-being.  It did me. Thank you once again, Mr Albom.
113941
Mitch Albom never fails to deliver!  I couldn't wait to read this book and it was better than expected.
4699032
Quick read, great story line, another wonderful Mitch Albom book. What happens to a small town when phone calls from heaven begin and how it affects everyone.
4955492
As with previous books by Mitch Albom, this is a thought-provoking, inspirational, quick read.  I had a hard time putting it down.
3277652
Again a little book from Mitch Albom filled with so much!  loved it, thought provoking and a real gem of a book!
3458393
Another great read by Mitch Albom Thanks for writers like him they make your reading a true pleasure a must read for every one whoi has lost someone close.
3486321
Like all his other books, Mitch Albom had me after the first page.  I love his writing style and for me, the characters in his book are believable from the start.  I did feel the ending was a little rushed and got let down a little- but would recommend this book to anyone.
2509047
Absolutely loved this book,,, Mitch Albom is a brilliant and creative writer!!! You need to read this!!! It reads like a non - fiction book!!!
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I have always appreciated Mitch Albom's books since I first picked up The 5 People you Meet in Heaven.  He is a remarkable storyteller and presents his stories in such clever ways that I am reminded how creative some people can be.  In this offering we learn what happens to a small town when 7 people receive phone calls from deceased loved ones (and one unloved one).  We learn about the people who receive the calls, the reactions of those who beleive and those who don't. You experience the grief of those who have longed to say one final thing to a loved one and those who envy them this opportunity.  The story moves back and forth through time as the characters reminisce about life before loss, both the joyful times and tragic circumstances.  The author cleverly writes a parallel story about Alexander Graham Bell's claim to the discovery of the telephone and the first communication from a distance.  Within this story you learn about the controversy surrounding this claim.  Sounds odd but juxtaposed to a story about the first communication from heaven and the controversy about who actually received the first call, it made a strange kind of sense.  I was disappointed by the ending, not because the ending was not perfect (it was) but because I was longing for a different kind of miracle.  The book is beautifully written and in my opinion best appreciated with the audio-book which is narrated by the author.
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Mitch Albom has done it again.  Like his previous books he manages to write a rich and multi-layered story with a subtle, yet powerful message.

The story is about a handful of people living in the the small town of Coldwater that suddenly start receiving phone calls from family members or advisaries who have died.  Are these calls from heaven?  Is it truly the voices of the dearly departed? Or, is it a hoax?  Mitch Albom unfolds every chapter delving deeper and deeper into the mystery.

He parallels the story by inserting historic commentary by Alexander Graham Bell.  At the time of Bell's invention, it could have been concieved as a miracle too.  Is it the same in Coldwater?

I loved this book and anyone who has read any of this author's books will truly enjoy this book too.  Anyone who loves a good mystery with a hopeful message will also gobble this book up.  Well done Mitch!

ps Below minor spoiler alert.

'Late at night in a small town called Coldwater, a seven year old boy hears a noise, opens his eyes, lifts a blue toy phone to his ear and smiles. proving heaven is always and forever around us, and no soul remembered is ever really gone.
2091931
This was a delightful read - lots of action and kept you interested.  A very intriguing ending.  Mitch Albom's style keeps the reader energized.
3613700
I read all the books of Mitch Albom. The book doesn't' make me disappointed either. Very touching and surprised me at the end of the story.
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I have to say that Mitch Albom is an author I look forward to reading almost every time he comes out with something new. "Tuesdays With Morrie" was just incredible, pulling at heartstrings all around the world, and "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" had people reeling as well, and asking for more of this bestseller from Detroit. But with me, a funny thing happened. "The Time Keeper" made a mark, as only Albom can do, once again being a bestseller. Honestly? I did enjoy it, but it was easily forgotten, something quite un-Albom-like in my experience of reading him. Now he has "The First Phone Call From Heaven," and while the intention is good, I've wondered if this will have people hoping once again, or just plain confused altogether!

While Sully Harding is attempting to get his life back together after serving some time in jail, phones start ringing. That isn't so unusual. Right? What if these phone call are claiming to be from loved ones calling beyond the grave? WHAT IF these phone calls are coming from Heaven? That's what people are claiming! Some wonder if this happens to be all made up, and some prankster is behind all of this "Good news." In Coldwater, Michigan, people are talking, and these phone calls are making some major headlines.

But don't tell Sully there's anything beyond this life, because he ain't buyin' it! He'll take his grief, and do whatever he pleases, because his wife is dead and gone, and that's final! But his little boy has hope, and faith, to the point of carrying around a toy phone, that Mom just might call. Alexander Graham Bell and his invention have never been more popular. Will the pay-off be just as sweet? And will Sully Harding himself have questions answered that he never imagined possible?

This indeed carries some history, with Alexander Graham Bell, some of the first words spoken over his miraculous device, and it also has some serious questions. Being a believer myself, I definitely believe in God and His Son, Jesus Christ, and I also believe, as this book suggests, that "The end is not the end." What I'm really not a fan of is antics that can get people so wound up to the point that chaos eventually ensues. And I think that's what happens. But there is also hope within the pages of Albom's bestseller.
509636
Another great book from Mitch Album.  It is quite different from most books.  Delightful and esoteric at the same time.  He tells a great story.
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Mitch Albom has done it again!, He never disappoints the reader. I really enjoyed the story, liked the way Mitch crafted and weaved the tale and of course was dissapointed when it ended; Always a sign of a great read. The characters were likeable and well developed. Which made the reader feel invested in the story. This book will evoke emotion and provide you with hours of entertainment.
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Mitch Albom is a master in writing fiction that makes you want to believe it could really happen.  A touching story with a surprising ending.
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I loved this telling of a faith journey!  It was very touching.  Mitch Albom grabbed my attention with "The Timekeeper"  and now I realized I really love his nonfiction style as well.