completely Heartfelt story
584006
The novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, is a wonderful story that shows the growth of a boy to a young man through time. It starts out with a boy named Billy that has a dream and a deep desire that he is determined to fulfill, owning a pair of hunting hounds. He is not able to buy the dogs because they are too expensive, but the price does not stop him. He has such a passion and goal in his life that he does anything and everything he can to raise money to buy the hounds and does so for two years. So of course, he does achieve his goal and gets two little puppies that he names Old Dan and Little Ann. The author does a wonderful job showing the relationship that grows between Billy and his dogs through good and bad events in the book. These events make the reader also feel emotionally attached the dogs and draw the reader into the story. The author also depicts events that show how loyal Billy is to his hounds even though he is their master and the dogs are not human. He treats them with respect and loyalty communicating with them and keeping his promises to them. This book is a must-read for all youth out there that are interested in keeping their goals and dreams alive through this touching and heart-felt story.
4974099
I won't retell the storyline of this book as so many other reviewers have done so quite adequately.  I will only say that I found this book to be heartbreaking, authentic, and somehow uplifting all at the same time.  I'm not 13 but I am watching a beloved parent fade from Cancer and so much of this book resonated deeply with me.  I understand the dread of the wait and the hope of a future you know isn't possible.  I share the fear of impending orphanhood and the abyss to come.

If you are looking for an uplifting, light YA read please don't bother with this book.  If you want to experience something profoundly moving and deeply meaningful then, by all means, read this wonderful story.
3381902
As a cancer survivor, myself, this story hit me in many diffrent ways. Most of all, it made me remember to appreciate my blessings. The message, to me, is that none of us ever know how much time we have but we should live every moment, and appreciate both the joys and the hardships.

Wonderfully written, gut-wrenchingly realistic, humorous and sad, with a touch of fairytale fantasy, this story is ultimately a romance but it is so much more. Even if you've never had serious illness touch your life, as a reader, you will fall in love with these characters and share their pain. Life is not fair and that fact is glaringly evident in this tale. Throughout the entire story, you'll find yourself hoping for a miraculous cure, even though, in your heart, you know it'll never come. I won't go into more detail but I will say that there is a happy ending. Even though my chest clenched with emotion, I smiled through my tears as I read the last page. Just an amazing read.
342403
I have just finished reading this amazing book.  I knew Jane from high school, and was actually one of the girls who went to see her in hospital.  This book shows a side of Jane I remember so well, her caring, loving ways.  Never could she see the bad, like on rainy days waiting for the rainbow!
The story is beautifully written, straight from the heart.  Ive laughed so hard that I woke my family on occasion.  On another I sobbed so hard I could hardly breathe.  Its written with the love that all 3 girls were showered with in their early years.  A familys bond, so strong that nothing was to tear them apart.  The principals of always sticking together, the love and discipline kept this family holding onto each other for all its worth.  The weight that Karen and Tracy have had to carry is more than any child should have to endure.  Being able to share such intimate moments is very brave and for that Tracy, I salute you.
Every day you hear the talk of peoples hardships, but maybe its time we stop being so concerned for ourselves and listen to the whispers of the Angels here on earth.
I never knew of the hardships the family had faced and it saddens me to think that I called myself her friend, but knowing Jane she would laugh at me and say something quirky.
Beautiful from the inside, an Angel sent to teach us all a lesson, we just need to listen.
Rest In Peace my special friend.  Fly high with the butterflies.
2284699
This book was wonderful.  I have never read a book in one sitting until now.  Rosie's heartfelt story filled me with every emotion I have.  I thought about death, life, love, parenting, and all around life happiness.
I think that Rosie took some issues in her life and dealt with them tactfully and candidly.  I reallly appreciate that.  Hopefully, you will enjoy this book as much as I did.  Give it a try.  You won't regret it.
3770822
I just finished and I can barely see to type this through my tears. Amazing!!! This story is so beautiful and shows the true depths of what love and commitment are. I don't want to spoil anything but so many facets of this story really hit home. I'm so glad you chose to write this story in that direction. You've shown pain and healing and I thank you for that.
2235573
What a great story. This was a wonderful heart-felt story about a young girl named Punkin, and her amazing family dynamics. Small and meek but bold and thoughtful, she weaves through a tale describing her sister and brother. Her sister is a princess or sorts. She's a spoiled child, fragile and marked with a partial disability. She uses this to get her way and get out of doing what she doesn't want to do. She makes a nuisance of herself in Punkin's eyes, always telling on her and judging every simple misunderstood move that Punkin makes. But she is still family, and with that mere fact, Punkin tolerates her sister to the end of the story.
The brother is a young boy with all of the strangeness of younger brothers. He's blessed with being noise with dirt on it. You always know what he's thinking because he's brutally honest. His honestly sometimes gets the others into trouble but he's a brother and that's how he rolls.
The parents are loving but stern. They are a young couple, doing the best they can with what they have to work with at this time in their lives. Although you don't read too much detail about them, you definitely notice how their presence always influences what and how these children do and say. They always operate with the confines of knowledge that their parents have the final say in all that they do. The story winds down to a pinnacle point of all of the children's lives and makes you wish for more to come in this series.
4765892
"Why couldn't some things remain untouched by grief?"

This story starts out strong from the start with an absolutely beautiful and heartbreaking prologue.

Filled with pain and grief, this story takes you on Liz's journey of finding life after losing her husband. It's an extremely emotional read filled with heartache, grief, guilt, and love.

This story is incredibly well written. And the emotion that Rachel is able to make you feel leaves you breathless throughout the story.

"The pain continues to slice at my chest like a deadly knife, digging deep and making wounds that I am convinced can never be healed. The sheer intensity of it only worsens as the days go by. There is no end in sight.  No reprieve or fast breath of relief. There is only sadness and tears."

 It has the perfect blend of humor and wit mixed with the heartache. I was laughing out loud one minute and a second later I had tears in my ears.

The relationship development is absolutely beautiful. You feel their love grow and will be so touched with emotion. Every character of this story is beautifully written and contributes so much.

A beautiful, heartwarming story that will touch you deeply! An absolute must read!
402651
It Ends with Us is such a beautiful and emotional story. I went in barely even looking at the blurb. I mean hello, it is Colleen Hoover after all that wrote this book. I knew that it would be nothing short than amazing but wow, I just hadnt expected what this book did to me, how it made me feel.
I cant recommend a book more than this one. This is by far one of the best book I have ever read. Its so raw, and isn't all pretty like some might want. Its realistic and hits such points that so many cant ever begin to imagine, or to understand. Reading this story I felt as if I could feel everything that Lily was feeling. I wanted to scream at times. Why couldn't things be different. However, I do understand exactly why it had to be the way it turned out and I am so happy Colleen didn't change anything. I loved these characters so much. Yes all of them!!

I can honestly say that I have never cried so much with a book, and I mean bawled like a baby sitting in my bed, having to take moments to clear my eyes and control my tears so that I could continue to push through this story. Please don't let that stop you from reading this book. These tears are part of why I love this book so much. I felt such raw emotion, so much so that I cant help but to love it! No book has ever pulled me in so much. I felt as if my own heart was being broken as I turned each page. My heart broke for Lily, for Ryle, and for so many other reasons.

I want to talk so much about this story, to go into such depth and explain each character. To explain why I love each of them, but also hate about each of them. However, I cant do that. You must and I mean must go into this story open minded and blind. Its the best way to get the full experience. This story hit so many spots for me on such a personal level. I also can say that Lily is probably one of my all time favorite Heroins in a book. Shes so brave and bold. She loves so deeply. She is compassionate, kind, strong, & overall such an amazing woman.

I do hope that each person who reads It Ends with Us can appreciate the story that Colleen tells, that they can end the book and feel complete with how it ends. That you can feel emotions from this story, but also can take a new understanding with you. I know I will, Ill be much more open minded to events that may occur around me. Ill never EVER forget this book and will always recommend it to my friends!!

Thank you Colleen for writing this book!
2868596
This book was truly everything. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I definitely would. Brittainy Cherry's books are phenomenal. Her gift with words is inspiring and evokes ALL THE FEELS.

There was something so very special about not only Elliott and Jasmine's friendship and relationship, but also the concept of family within this book. While blood family for Jasmine was a source of stress, the family she was able to have in Ray and TJ and Elliott was a source of strength and peace. And while Elliott was no stranger to loss, he also had friendships that grounded him and allowed him to feel loved, even when broken and eveb when he didn't feel he deserved it.

This is a beautiful story of friendship, love and finding your other half. It's about finding your niche, your home and your place in this world, and living and going on despite the brokenness.

This story was extremely sad at times, but inspiring and so so beautiful at others. In my mind a true hallmark of an amazing writer is the ability to deliver a story that resonates in the deepest part of your heart, and though it may break you down at first, it also has the power to heal you. Brittainy Cherry can do that. LOVED this book!!!!
3558470
Talk about an emotional breakdown. I think I had one while reading this book. It was absolutely one of the most beautiful stories Ive read this year. It will touch your heart and give you so much faith and hope. Its that wonderful.

I absolutely loved and adored Erin. She went through so much in her life, it was heartbreaking. I looked up to her strength she never once gave up even when the depression and darkness started to take her over. She still tried to find the light and the positive in everything. Her past will break your heart. I was so glad that she had such amazing friends who became her family and showed her that not everyone in life will let you down.

Trent is one of the most amazing men. You will instantly fall in love with him and be so grateful that a man like him found Erin. He was there for her through everything and even when he wanted to give up because of Erins past holding her back he still couldn't love anyone else.

Trent and Erins story is beautiful and will touch you in every possible way. I never once wanted to put it down even while I was bawling my eyes out. Yes you will need plenty of tissues for all of the sadness in this book, but its so worth it. Its a wonderful book. I loved it. You will fall in love with Erins little sister as well and there situation will have your emotions all over the place.
3773263
This book is heart breakingly wonderful. It's a story that has such cute and developed characters and an honest portrayal of mental illness, grief, and the struggles of growing up.

While there are parts of the story that are certainly quirky team romance(just a couple small town kids going on adventures to see their state and of course this boy knows exactly how much he needs to push this girl to help her) but both characters are lovable and stunning in their own way. Violet is a well written teenage girl that finds her own way through tragedy. The story is essentially about life and growth and getting through the day to day and everything from the way each character labels their days (Finch counting forward from his low point and Violet counting down to her high point)gave the book an unexpected depth that shows the parallels between them.
1920587
I LOVED this book!! I have to admit I shed lots of tears while reading this, but I also got a large dose of happiness from the wonderfully well told story of Riley and his new found family. The author had to relive a traumatic childhood in order to fully tell this story, but I felt that when he finished writing this book both he and Riley were both healed. You will go thru a whole range of emotions while reading this book, and be glad about it.
643189
It was hard for me to put this book down once I started reading it, and I'm still thinking about Brenna's beautiful story.

Courtney Westlake shares her journey as the mother of a daughter born with a life threatening skin diagnosis. This story is heartfelt, beautiful, sometimes crushing, but ultimately, full of joy and hope. Westlake interlaces her own experience along with other's stories of trial and triumph. Brenna, though initially different, is as beautiful, happy, playful and wonderful as every child, and you will feel your spirit lift as you read this family's account.  I loved reading this book, and I know that I will return to its pages again and again.

This would be a wonderful gift for yourself or a friend. Highly recommended. Bring a tissue and leave with an open heart.
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Maureen is quite head strong even from being a child. She knows as soon as she sets eyes on Jack, the boy next door, that they are destined to be together. A friendship starts up between herself, Jack, Jacks friend Nelson and Maureens friend, Monica. The friendship between these four was so heart warming to read.

Nelson is a character that won my heart right from the start. I totally loved him. He doesnt have the best of lives to start with due to his mother, but the friendship his friends give him is something that goes above and beyond. I don't think I will ever forget the image I had in my mind of him with his brown jumper that he literally lived in.

The only way I can describe this story is that it is very bitter sweet. There is so many nice and lovely friendships as well as moments that made me smile and warmed my heart. On the other hand though, there are a few events that had me heart broken along with the characters and had me reaching for a tissue. It is certainly an emotional roller coaster of a read.

When We Danced At The End Of The Pier is simply a beautiful and emotional read. I don't think I can remember the last time a book moved me to tears so many times whilst reading it. I shed tears of happiness as well as sadness. This is one author who creates characters that will totally capture the readers hearts and I know that them and their story will remain with me for a very long time to come.

My thanks to Netgalley and Bookouture for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
487768
I accidentally downloaded this book prior to boarding a six-hour flight and didn't have a chance to hit "cancel purchase" prior to rushing to catch my flight.  It felt serendipitous that I ended up with this book. It was incredibly well-written, thought provoking, and heartfelt. My biggest regret is having read this in a pubic setting; it'll leave you with cry-face as you keep hoping that the happily-ever-after that will never come.

Sarah grew up with Tyler and had developed pre-conceived notions of the "Golden Boy" of her small-town and passed judgement on him.  All that changes when they end up at the same university when he accidentally breaks her foot.  The story moves in a surprising direction as Tyler weaves his way into Sarah's life, making her realize what a great person Tyler truly is. However, like all good books, there's a twist; he keeps disappearing and won't tell Sarah why. The secret ends up being heartbreaking and she sticks by him, and they move through their lives as best as they can. The trials and tribulations the characters endure are so heart-felt that you keep hoping for the best even though you know to prepare for the worst.

I loved this book for the character development, the moral of the story to not judge people, and for the simplicity that love is unconditional, no matter what life hands you. Why Tyler disappears is something happened to my family and  I absolutely applaud the author on her compassion and attention to the subject. She even wraps up the book on some information on Tyler's "plot twist" and how the readers can get involved. This book is beautifully written and worth the read - just don't read it in pubic to avoid Cry-Face.
2132883
This book should be required reading for every human being.  Wonderful, heartfelt story.  I loved how the various narrators each contributed a unique perspective that all added up to a beautiful story of compassion and overcoming obstacles.  I cannot say enough good things about this story.  I was only sorry when it ended.  Highly recommended for all ages!