Helpful Score: 3
Really wonderful book about the love of parents--even those who have to give up a child--and their children. It's a poignant story of love, reconciliation, and hope. A terrific read!!! This is the sequel to Sandcastles, but stands on its own.
Helpful Score: 2
Another great read by Luanne Rice! I was definitely surprised by the ending. The book was riveting and I couldn't wait to read each page. Don't forget to read Sandcastles as it is the starting point of Tom and Bernadette.
Helpful Score: 1
I love everything Luanne Rice has written, but this one had to be my absolute FAVORITE! I did not want this story to end. The character's stories are so interesting and heartwarming that you will find yourself thinking about them long after you finish this book!
In the context of this book one finds the meaning of true love. there are a multitude of emotions running through oneself as you delve farther into this saga. I found it difficult to put it down. It struck a core in me . It is as the author placed her heart on those passages. I would have to say it is one of the best books I have read this year and I read a lot.
I usually really like Luanne Rice books and was really looking forward to this one, based on the reviews I read on PBS. However, I was disappointed. I thought the characters were too sappy and I had trouble suspending my disbelief about the connection between the two younger ones. As far as the nun - well let's just say that was the biggest letdown of all. I did not like her one bit - she was too whiny and selfish - couldn't cut herself loose from her old love. Where was the her love for God in all this? I don't think she put HIM first in her life at all. She only stayed a nun out of habit (no pun intended), not real love for God. And the "visions"? Please...
Sorry to be so harsh, but that is the way I felt while reading this book.
Sorry to be so harsh, but that is the way I felt while reading this book.
Great book! This was a good read. There were parts of the book that a reader would not be expecting. You will not be sorry to read this book.
This is a sequel to Sandcastles and together they make a fine Irish tale I have both available
A bit sappy.....you almost want the book to end 5 chapters before it does. Not one of this authors better books. :(
good read
Loved this book, would suggest it!
Another good story from Luanne Rice!
Another wonderful story from Luanne Rice!
