Sad but could not put down...
585718
I wish I had read this before my mother died of this horrible disease. The insight provided from the patient's perspective caused me to rethink the fears my mother faced. I now understand why I saw so many changes in her temperament and why she quit reading, writing or shopping.  Now I understand.
Thank you Lisa Genova.
2367693
This book was so beautifully and eloquently written.  I read it over several days, it is almost impossible to put down.  This book is a major tear jerker, though.  It has been a long time since I have literally sobbed while reading a book.  You actually feel sad when it is over, like you just want to read it again.  It was heartbreaking to see what an amazing father he was to his baby daughter, and that he had just 12 weeks with her.  I also loved, loved the writing style of Lyz Glick.  The way that she described things, people, and events made you feel like you were right there.  Well done!!!!
2659026
This book was one of the most heartbreaking reads I have ever read. The tragedy of losing the love of your life was conveyed so well I could easily imagine being in Liz's position. The pain and loneliness, the hardship of suddenly becoming a single mother of four, the struggle through the stages of grief... were all so beautifully and realistically written, that I was totally immersed into her world. There were times while reading this that I had to step away, to catch my breath and wipe my eyes, but not for long because the pull back into the story was too strong.

While this was such an emotionally draining and powerfully sad read, there were some laugh out loud moments and strong messages of hope, too. This book also introduced me to one of the most patient and kind male characters I've ever read - Ben was amazing!

I'm adding this one to my favorites shelf. Cannot recommend it enough - though be warned you need to prepare yourself for this one, it cannot be taken lightly and you will need tissues, lots and lots of tissues.
3974401
Such an interesting and well written book. Couldn't stop reading. Sad story but very interesting.
3317002
Such a sad and happy read.  I cried right along with the author could not put the book down.  Thanks
4778522
I had never read a book like this that took us from the outside and had us looking down . This book was so good plus you had such sadness at the beginning then it took me on a real roller coaster with my emotions. I am glad that I read it in one sitting as I just woudln't want to put it down and wonder what was next.
3435237
Kept my interest... enjoyed, although very sad
1929421
I don't give 5 stars lightly. Subject matter of this book worried me but it was beautifully written. Yes, I cried.... several times. Not all sad tears, some happy tears. I was highly invested in these characters. I longed for a happy ending for Jenn & her family. I prayed for the friendships to remain despite the different outlooks on the situations. I grieved with the town and felt uplifted at the coming together. I felt so much compassion for the mother of the shooter. She was not a monster, she was also a grieving mother and had to endure even more knowing that her son was the one who took all of those lives. The twist at the end was good, even though I had figured it out about 1/2 way through (I'm good at that stuff). Reading the other in the series next even though it's more like a prequel to this one and tells about before the shooting. Hoping the author will write an after too as I would love to see where these families and this lovely town end up years later. Only negative I have to say about this book is that I wanted to know more about the reporter's personal story. I felt there was something there, but it never came out. Hoping another book is in the works where maybe that will be answered!
2329567
I couldn't put this book down.  Being a grandmother of two and a half year old twins, I was torn between the anguish of the two mothers...one who had lost her children thru childbirth and one who had lost her child at sea.  The author walks you step by step thru the hell that each of these women endured.  My tears flowed equally for their agony and suffering.  I'm looking forward to this author's next novel.
1806858
Fantastic read, could not put it down - so sad that I devoured it so quickly - historical information on point.
1122620
Could not put this book down.  Loved it, even though it was heartbreaking!
2506088
I couldn't put this book down. Was a great book although very sad
2704001
I could not put this book down, though before I started, I was sure another book about Hitler and WW2 could not interests me. Toward the end, the reader understands the title, but throughout the book, the characters, based on real events, were admirable and pitiable. The writer uses language quite beautifully to tell this sad, heartbreaking story.
3495779
This was one of the best books I have read in a long time, sad but very well written. I could not put it down so I read it in a week, unusual for me.
4626206
Have your box of tissues ready.  This is a sad story of one young boy who needs a liver transplant and the problems and obstacles both he and his parents face.  When nine year Ethan is diagnosed, his mother Delanie is overwhelmed and is soon also dealing with a distracted husband, a mound of bills, overbearing mother-in-law and more.  She does have a tight knit group of friends whom she can lay her burden on. But as time is dwindling, one wonders if Ethan will survive?  Like I mentioned, this one is a tearjerker and emotional.  As the reader, I can feel her pain and frustrations with doctors and social workers.  I received an ARC from the author and do recommend this book.
1966373
This was one of the saddest books I have ever read, but I can not figure out a more appropriate ending to the series. I could not put this down until I was finished. I read it in two days.
4580749
This book was heart wrenching but very well written.  The characters came alive and could be about people we know or have know.
I was especially empathetic with the parents, I truly feel their suffering on behalf of their children was as accute as the main characters.  Hopefully anyone reading this novel will come away with increased empathy for all living things.