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tarafoor's review against another edition
3.0
This one was a little bit more predictable than the other Sparks novels I enjoy...However, still a great read!
leah_west's review against another edition
4.0
I have always loved Nicholas Sparks' stories, and this one was no different. I love the way he weaves story in such a realistic and relatable way it makes it feel like he's always telling the story from personal experience instead of making it up. The end did become predictable for me, but at the same time, the roller coaster of emotions was such an amazing ride that I was still hanging on to the edge of my seat.
amybosica's review against another edition
4.0
Beautifully written and everything that I could have asked for in a Nicholas Sparks novel. This book had a little something for everyone in it. This is the first book that I've read by this author and I can promise that it won't be my last.
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review
saltybadgeradii's review against another edition
5.0
For full thoughts and review follow the link below to my blog
http://adiisbookshelf.blogspot.com/
The moment I picked up this particular book I was instantly reminded why I loved his books in the first place. You can tell that there is so much love and passion put into each one. I'm really glad that out of the books that I received this was the first one I decided to read first.
A Bend in the Road starts off with someone telling us their side of the story, I won't say who for it will ruin one of the twists towards the end. Also only parts of the story are from the first person point of view, the rest is all third person. It started off super cute, and I often caught myself having a silly smile plastered to my face while I read it. They way each character interacted was so realistic it was hard to imagine that WASN'T based on a true story. Towards the middle of the book it started to take a slightly weird turn for me, only because the story teller started making these confessions that were dark compared to the rest of the book. I mean don't get me wrong, the book starts off sad, but not dark, there is a difference in my opinion. But as you move on in the book you start to realize that the darkness needed to be in the book to make it that much better. I will admit that crying was involved with this book, don't say I didn't warn you!
The main story is about Sarah Andrews (divorced) and Miles Ryan (widower). Who fall for each other through both of their heart breaks. As they slowly fall in love, we learn more about what happened to Miles wife, and the affect it's had on Miles and his son Jonah. But as Sarah started bonding with the Ryan's, evidence to convict the criminal who killed Miles past wife pops up. To top it all off a heartbreaking secret could tear their whole relationship apart. Throughout the book Sparks strung us along not knowing what was going to happen next. As I mentioned before, he has a way of making us feel what each character feels. So when they feel anger, I feel like I get angry with them, or when they're heartbroken I can't help be feel hurt myself!
Overall, it was a really good read! It did have an odd part here or there for me, but other than that it was amazing! I recommend it for anyone who is looking for a good romance novel! Or anyone who loves Nicolas Sparks book! And if you've never read one of his books before then you really need to get your but into a bookstore to buy one!!!
http://adiisbookshelf.blogspot.com/
The moment I picked up this particular book I was instantly reminded why I loved his books in the first place. You can tell that there is so much love and passion put into each one. I'm really glad that out of the books that I received this was the first one I decided to read first.
A Bend in the Road starts off with someone telling us their side of the story, I won't say who for it will ruin one of the twists towards the end. Also only parts of the story are from the first person point of view, the rest is all third person. It started off super cute, and I often caught myself having a silly smile plastered to my face while I read it. They way each character interacted was so realistic it was hard to imagine that WASN'T based on a true story. Towards the middle of the book it started to take a slightly weird turn for me, only because the story teller started making these confessions that were dark compared to the rest of the book. I mean don't get me wrong, the book starts off sad, but not dark, there is a difference in my opinion. But as you move on in the book you start to realize that the darkness needed to be in the book to make it that much better. I will admit that crying was involved with this book, don't say I didn't warn you!
The main story is about Sarah Andrews (divorced) and Miles Ryan (widower). Who fall for each other through both of their heart breaks. As they slowly fall in love, we learn more about what happened to Miles wife, and the affect it's had on Miles and his son Jonah. But as Sarah started bonding with the Ryan's, evidence to convict the criminal who killed Miles past wife pops up. To top it all off a heartbreaking secret could tear their whole relationship apart. Throughout the book Sparks strung us along not knowing what was going to happen next. As I mentioned before, he has a way of making us feel what each character feels. So when they feel anger, I feel like I get angry with them, or when they're heartbroken I can't help be feel hurt myself!
Overall, it was a really good read! It did have an odd part here or there for me, but other than that it was amazing! I recommend it for anyone who is looking for a good romance novel! Or anyone who loves Nicolas Sparks book! And if you've never read one of his books before then you really need to get your but into a bookstore to buy one!!!
angieromina's review
4.0
He avanzado más de 150 páginas de un tirón. Me ha gustado por lo mismo, porque se lee rápido y con esos capítulos misteriosos sentía la necesidad de seguir leyendo para descubrir quién era.
El romance me gustó, en un principio muy al estilo de Nicholas Sparks, pero luego se fue transformando para dar paso a una historia mucho más interesante
El romance me gustó, en un principio muy al estilo de Nicholas Sparks, pero luego se fue transformando para dar paso a una historia mucho más interesante
garrettpesch's review against another edition
4.0
Nick, I thought we were friends. Why'd you have to say all those mean things?
graylodge_library's review against another edition
1.0
Passed the time, nothing more. I wouldn't exactly consider this as a great life changing romance novel. Basic contemporary light fluff.
gracierie's review against another edition
5.0
I love Nicholas Sparks, and now that I live in NC, too, I have a better appreciation for his descriptive details surrounding the scenes where his novels take place. This title is spot on... physically, mentally, there is definitely more than one "Bend in the Road" in the book... as well as in our lives. What would we choose to do - the right thing, or the "just" thing? I read this book very quickly - could hardly put it down... an absolute treat!!!
nicolettesf's review against another edition
4.0
Not his best book but still really enjoyable. Predictable ending, unlike some of his other books.