Nathaniel S. (nanturtle) reviewed Just Beyond the Clouds (Cody Gunner, Bk 2) on + 10 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Although the writing is excellent with great character development, the story really seems to be behind the times or from another country! Where I live, people with Down Syndrome are treated with respect, educated and have jobs. Also, the school system is blamed in this book yet teachers are often the best advocates for children with Down Syndrome pushing them to learn to read. I was as a Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist who worked with children with Down Syndrome on their speech so they would speak more clearly. The school systems nowadays provide a lot for children with disabilities including vocational training. This novel is way off-base. Also, the comment in the book that says that someone wouldn't be gay if they were Christian I found to be offensive. Many, many devoted Christians are gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered. This author needs to do more research!!!
Heidi F. (dutchgirl) reviewed Just Beyond the Clouds (Cody Gunner, Bk 2) on + 1019 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
I enjoyed this book. This is a Sequel to "A Thousand Tomorrows" which I have not read but it was good as a stand alone. Wonderful insight into the world of families with adult Down Syndrome Children.
Christy J. (southernsassygirl) reviewed Just Beyond the Clouds (Cody Gunner, Bk 2) on + 180 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
I was not impressed with this book at all. I thought the first book, A Thousand Tomorrows, was much more interesting. The characters in this book were just "blah" to me. This book is probably my least favorite by Karen Kingsbury, and she's one of my favorite authors.
Helpful Score: 1
It made me thankful for life, and to know there is happiness after losing a loved one.