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I was amazed that such a topic could grab such a hold on me. I was on vacation when I read this and I could not put the book down. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. It was incredibly well written. It even managed to have me in tears at times.
I have reccomended it already to numerous people. This book is a must read.
This book is for all the children that didn't get to tell their story.
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After reading "Lovely Bones", I knew that I would enjoy Alice Sebold's other works. I just finshed "The Almost Moon." I was somewhat disappointed. After going through the whole emotional process with the main character, I hoped to find some sense of closure at the end. Instead it leaves you on a lingering note; does she do it or do they find her first?
If I could sum up this novel in a few words it would be this:
Its almost like watching a good suspense thriller. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, you want to know what will happen next, and you can't help but get wrapped up in it.
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The Lovely Bones: Deluxe Edition by Alice Sebold
anvant, November 7, 2007
I was amazed that such a topic could grab such a hold on me. I was on vacation when I read this and I could not put the book down. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. It was incredibly well written. It even managed to have me in tears at times.I have reccomended it already to numerous people. This book is a must read.
This book is for all the children that didn't get to tell their story.
(7 of 10 readers found this comment helpful)
The Almost Moon: A Novel by Alice Sebold
anvant, November 7, 2007
After reading "Lovely Bones", I knew that I would enjoy Alice Sebold's other works. I just finshed "The Almost Moon." I was somewhat disappointed. After going through the whole emotional process with the main character, I hoped to find some sense of closure at the end. Instead it leaves you on a lingering note; does she do it or do they find her first?If I could sum up this novel in a few words it would be this:
Its almost like watching a good suspense thriller. It keeps you on the edge of your seat, you want to know what will happen next, and you can't help but get wrapped up in it.
(7 of 14 readers found this comment helpful)