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#72653 - 09/25/04 02:04 AM Re: Can't put it down.
Maggie Member Registered: 02/19/03 Posts: 765 Loc: Oregon	Hi, I'm about a three fourths of the way through the book. Its really interesting. I love the way he writes. Yes, its depressing but so true as I've heard some similar stories lately that just break your heart. Maggie
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#72654 - 09/25/04 08:58 PM Re: Can't put it down.
Pam Kimmell Member Registered: 01/27/04 Posts: 1423 Loc: Warrenton, Virginia	Dotsie I agree with all of your "observations" regarding Rick's book. I finished reading it last night.....he really is an extraordinary writer and teller of stories. Life is a combination of good and bad experiences and it's how we make it through the ups and downs that add depth to our lives and frame our future. I'd say he did a remarkable job of turning the negatives into positives....and that's no small feat. This was an enjoyable read!
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#72655 - 09/29/04 08:03 AM Re: Can't put it down.
DreamrKate Member Registered: 10/15/03 Posts: 446 Loc: California	I am SO happy that you all read my favorite book! Isn't he just wonderful!? And the other things he's written all sound the same way too, matter of fact, with his drawl.....I love that he's casual, matter-of-fact and poignantly painful in parts. You can feel, smell and taste everything that he writes about. Kate
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#72656 - 09/29/04 05:17 PM Re: Can't put it down.
jawjaw Da Queen Registered: 07/02/03 Posts: 12025 Loc: Alabama	I'm 3/4 way finished reading and intend to finish it today. He is simply remarkable. His book is akin to a car wreck (to me). You look, but you know you don't want to, but you look anyway. Same with his book...the poverty, the acoholism, etc...you read, but you don't really want to know that people suffered so much. But you read anyway. And you are changed by it. As someone pointed out, it opens your eyes. I am very proud that this writer came from my home state. No, it doesn't make ME any smarter or a better writer, but it's still nice to hear of positive things coming from home. JJ
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#72657 - 10/03/04 08:54 PM Re: Can't put it down.
jawjaw Da Queen Registered: 07/02/03 Posts: 12025 Loc: Alabama	I finished the book a couple days ago and loved it. His writing is remarkable and I thoroughly enjoyed the read. I couldn't help but feel that Rick has always felt cheated by life and I don't think he will ever completely shake that feeling. I also just finished reading another book (since yesterday) called The Notebook, by Nicholas Sparks. Undoubtedly the WORST book I've ever read. I kept reading it thinking it would get better. I was, to put it midly, just another love story and not even written well. Do not waste your money...and more importantly, your time. Not even believable... strong message to follow... JJ
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