I have not done book review posting for some time now... Anyway, on the way back from New York, I bought a book to entertain me throughout my 15-hr flight from NY to Hong Kong. Frankly, I chose the book because of the nice picture of Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried **yes, yes... in this case, I judged the book based on its cover (guilty)** Anyway, a movie with the same title is out based on this novel. It is not a thick book so I thought that it will keep me company throughout my journey but I actually finished it in 4 hours. I was in tears as I reached the last few pages... I am not sure how is the movie plot but if they follow the novel 100% then it will be a good movie to watch. Ok, it is a chic flick movie though (so guys, you've been warned hehehe). Basically, the story is about John, a rebellious son, who doesn't seem to understand his father and then John grew up when he joined the Army. John met a girl when he came home for holiday and they made a promise. As any normal long distant relationships, they write and call each other until the Sept 11th incident which is followed by The Letter... I will not reveal too much as I want to watch the movie first and give the chance to those who would want to read the book before watching the movie. Let's just say, John's relationship with his father moved me and his love to the girl touched me (can somebody loves someone so much???). Ok, enough... Will provide more details after I watch the movie... hehehe. To those who enjoy sentimental chic flick books, add this one to your collection as it is worth it.
Ok, until my next posting, peace and have a good read to all of you...
Hello there,
ReplyDeleteWas blog-hopping and chanced upon your blog. I have to say, I am an avid fan of Nicholas Sparks works. He has this ability to produce books that eventually got me hooked so bad i had to always finish them off in one sitting!
I havent read Dear John as of yet, and thanks to your recommendation I will now put it on my to-get list! A book i'd highly recommend, would be "The Lucky One" also by Nicholas Sparks.
Happy weekend! Ü
Thanks for your review. It's true that you never know when you're going to meet "the" one and that's what John finds out in this book. He goes surfing and notices two
Deletegirls walking by, a blonde and a brunette, and watches them as they
conversed with two other guys, giggling youthfully. The brunettes bag falls
over the railing into the water, the two guys don't offer to get it, an action
unfathomable to John, and she is about to jump in herself when John
impulsively dives into the water to get it. That's when the magic begins. Your review was great and it reminded me, since I'm an author too, how important real true love is. Did you read Safe Haven or the Notebook? Did you like them?
Hello SunShine,
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading my blog... I will check out 'The Lucky One'
Peace,
Sandra
I am in a dilemma, I can't decide between Dear John and The Lucky One as my favorite books. I picked Dear John also on a flight (I was going home from Miami, and I met Nicholas Sparks there, so he sparked my interest in his books). It was a pleasant read, a true roller coaster of emotions. That book gave me an idea for a love story I am currently writing. Also, your blog is amazing, keep up the good work!
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