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Dec 16, 2022
Vegas
Nov 21, 2017
Multiple perspective stories layered with cause and effect cases converging between chapters, the main theme is how little acts of kindness can have the biggest meaning in the grand scheme of things. This book mainly focuses on a young…
Mar 27, 2016vv8 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
We Are Called to Rise is a intricately woven story with several overlapping plots that delve into deep themes such as the trauma of war, broken families, failed relationships, second chances, the hope of rehabilitation, moving on after…
Sep 13, 2015fairghum rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I can see why this was a runnerup for the Community Read. I thought it was excellent; plot moved along, the characters were well developed. Although I agree with another reviewer that the 8 yr old boy was mature way beyond his believable…
Apr 17, 2015rodraglin rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Gender bias leaves blot on uplifting story This is a novel about little things and how they all matter. How small acts of courage and kindness can culminate into something wonderful and how seemingly insignificant negative events can…
Mar 27, 2015Blabbermouth rated this title 1.5 out of 5 stars
I did like this book although I think the beginning was far better than the end. I think what the author tried to do was to point out that life is very hard but there is always a way to turn it to good, a way to keep on hoping. The…
Jan 28, 2015RogerAD rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent story. A little sad with a good ending.
Oct 22, 2014moviefan01 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Yes, this novel could be depressing, or maybe the correct word is challenging. The Nate character wasn't sympathetic at all. But maybe that's what made this book so compulsively readable: I wanted to know what happens next.…
Sep 23, 2014
A terribly depressing book! There was no inspiration to read the next chapter after struggling with the one before. Tried several chapters with little interest.
becmurr57
Jun 13, 2014becmurr57 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I loved this book & could not put it down!