Important story - a must read.
598123
Beautifully told story - honestly written.  Will stay with you always.
3219874
This is an exceptionally important book. It should be read by conservatives and liberals alike. Written from a fairly sympathetic liberal perspective regarding the Obama administration, the conclusions of this book and the story it tells is still extremely concerning and sobering. Especially in the wake of the continued rise of ISIS with the Paris and Beirut attacks, this book sheds light on the decades long growth of both radial islamic terroristic rhetoric globally, as well as the United States' drone program and both the Bush and Obama policies for attempting to deal with this threat to Western Civilization. It is important to read this book because much can be learned about not only the enemy without, but also the enemy within, and the threats we face in how we face dealing with terrorism.
4432123
I almost gave this 4 stars because the writing style is a little difficult to read but decided that it is a story that is too important not to earn 5.  This is the "other side" of the story of Pocahontas that everyone should be required to read.  I believe there are always at least two sides to any story and this one should not be missed.  I also think that this "version of the story" is both believable and very sad.  Read it and weep... a look at our country and history thorough native American's eyes.
1927480
A story well told....and needing to be told.  What we see on nightly news is illuminated from the inside out.  This book should be required reading for everyone struggling to understand what's happening on our streets....and what we owe our first responders.  And then there's the personal story of  a good man who's tried so many ways to make our world kinder....and safer.
4167380
OMG, what a fasinating story.  A must see for anyone, even those who are may not think they would be interested.  This story really promts one to think and how profound, that one incident could cause years of misery.
304996
A compelling story. The reality that comes with prejudice, poverty and suffering is difficult to read, but so important for all to comprehend. I could not put this book down.
2443272
A beautiful story which everyone should read.  We all need to know what is truly important...recheck our values.  A brief glimpse into the future...
2153070
The story is powerful and describes in detail the horrible living and working conditions these people endured. It was a remarkable read and something Americans should be more aware of.
4869028
An important book that tells a story worth telling... And worth remembering.  The only way to stop another holocaust is to remember Hitller's murder of six million.  The story is well told and Jack is a truly likable 100 year old survivor.  A great read.  I highly recommend it.
4792038
This is an unforgettable story.... emotionally charged....
Disturbing...(painful topic & graphic scene),
This story goes straight for the heart, impossible to put down...
Easily read and one seating...
A surprise near the end that I didn't see coming...
I was in tears by the end of the novel, as this is a terribly sad story.
Yet... an important book...
Readers who were engaged
deeply thinking about issues in "The Dinner", by Herman Koch...
will do that type of thinking
with this story.

An important book!

elyse-jody
2180395
I read this book after hearing about it, when I read Kate Bowler's book "Everything Happens For a Reason and Other Lies I've Loved."  This is a poignant book.  With family members in the medical field, I found myself connecting to the author and his obvious commitment and expertise.  But more so, I was touched by the deep love in the book-- the love of Paul for his wife, she for him, and for their daughter.  This is a MUST READ.  I am grateful for the opportunity to read this difficult but so important story.
1226558
This story is one of many that so desperately need to be told.  "Whispered Prayer" tells the poignant story of one women, Susan Tabia, who did not turn her heart away from the broken, diseased and discarded children of Sudan.  Moving from England to the Sudan, leaving family, friends and the only home she had ever knew, Susan was determined to get as many of these babies off the streets and out of the gutters as possible.

Beautifully written by Lyla Peterson, she shares the terrible price these little ones are paying as the toll from the horrific LRA atrocities continue to be uncovered.  With courage and faith that moves mountains, you will read how Mama Susan "stood down", refusing to leave her orphans unprotected when directly threatened by the LRA.  Tabia's life work continues on, redeeming one life at a time as she is brings hope, love and a future where there was none - one child at a time.
2249617
This is an important book that everyone should read. The subject is serious, but it is written in an engaging style and features a lively set of characters. I couldn't put it down.
3119295
A real life story of loyalty, healing, and survival.  Some stories need to be told, and this is one of them.  This gave me insight into what my nephew may have been through in five deployments to Iraq.  Personally, it also gave me insight into PTSD and how undiagnosed PTSD impacted my stepfather who flew over Germany as a 16 year old and never seemed to forgive himself for surviving.

Your comments on GWB and never having had to work hard for anything could also apply to Cheney and Rumsfeld too.

Unfortunately, greed, self serving behavior are not just confined to the Army.  Billions have been made by corporations that have yet to improve the nation's educational system, the war on drugs, and healthcare.

This book is a wonderful story, but it's strength is that the underlying message causes one to question a whole system that so often appears to neglect those most deserving and most in need.
6114
Sonia Levitin has written a book that will be enjoyed by children and adults through out the years. This story tells an important part of America's history. It tells about perseverance, the desire to succeed and never give up hope.
Hanna, a young girl recently arrived in America with her family learns that the streets are not paved of gold...or are they? With a little teamwork, and willingness to work hard to make sure their family is taken care of Hanna, her brothers and father begin their family business from the ground up collecting trash.
This tale can be used by teachers to teach so many valuable life lesson, such as family always sticks together, hard work does pay off. Not to mention that it can be used to explain what life was like to new immigrants coming from the "old country". This book is well worth the read, you will not be disappointed.
3556961
The most important book I have read. Not to be missed.
1713632
I couldn't stop listening to this compelling story. It is very well written and an important story to be told. Even though it is about death row I found it very uplifting, Ray Hinton is an amazing human being. Please give this a read, you will be pleased you did.