Helpful Score: 4
This is perhaps one of my favorite novels ever. Absolutely riveting, but it was so emotional I couldn't read it in one sitting. I had to keep taking breaks because I'd get too worked up. Lyrical writing, beautiful imagery, and soulful characters.
Helpful Score: 3
This is one of my favorite novels of all time. I am afraid I may never again read another one this good. This is a strongly character-driven novel in the voice of a man waiting for his wife to awake from a coma. I was hooked from the very first page and finished it in two days. Dillan's love for his wife is heartwrenching and so pure. This is Charles Martin's first book, and in my opinion, his best. Have the tissues ready for this one! I can't wait to read it again.
Helpful Score: 1
Fantastic book that captured me from the first paragraph. Charles Martin has a unique way of writing that seems so simple, yet makes me feel like I'm right there living the story. This story will make you cry and ask yourself "what would I do?" Highly recommend this book!
Helpful Score: 1
I love this author, he's improved so much as a writer. This book is somewhat simple and predictable. It's a pleasant read but not as good as his later books.
Helpful Score: 1
This is billed as a novel of awakening and I would have to totally agree in so many ways. I found myself crying 2/3 through as it touched me in a sweet and magical way. (I rarely cry.) I throughly recommend this book and can't wait to read more by him.
