Thought #1: I think he may have written this book directly for me and my relationship with my Dad. Although the estrangement is not due to the same circumstances, it's there none the less...and the ending has left me questioning how I will feel.
Thought #2: I am extremely self absorbed. Okay, maybe not SELF absorbed, but absorbed in my own little world filled with my family and friends. I learned more about Hurricane Katrina while reading this book than I have ever known...and this is a fiction novel. I realize now how little attention I pay to world events. Note to self... change that.
Thought #3: This book was very unlike the other two of his that I have read. I feel as though he has reached a new level in his writing...one that I enjoy...but hope that we will see more "light-hearted", easy to reads coming from him in the future.
Thought #4: I'm exhausted - mentally. I really can't give a book review without giving away the entire plot and ending of the story...so this is about the extent of my "book review".
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Now, this book looks interesting!!!!!!! I am picking it up at the library.
I was supposed to get the chance to hear from Jason Wright this weekend at an LDS Women's Conference in Portland, OR. I was very disappointed to find out he had taken ill. I hope he is feeling better. I think it is so cool he read your blog. I need to read Wednesday Letters and Recovering Charles. I loved Christmas Jars. My Christmas break reading list just keeps getting longer and longer.
I saw that he was sick, but didn't know that's the engagement that he missed out on! That does stink! I think you'll enjoy the books!
I know you're always on a quest for new books...and I just started reading one that you might like. It's called "Eat, Pray, Love" by Elizabeth Gilbert. She goes on a trip to three countries to explore different aspects of "being." It's pretty good so far. Check it out if you have time!
Martha - I actually have already read that book! I loved it. I passed it on to my mom and am not sure if she ever finished it or not, but your suggestion makes me want to read it again...I think I'll do that after I'm done with the other two I've got lined up! :0) Keep the suggestions coming!
Hey there! No one was more bummed than I that I didn't make it to Portland. I was sooooo sick. That's the first time I've canceled anything :(
Jason, I wasn't trying to give you a hard time. Just wanted to let everyone know we were sad you couldn't be there. Thanks for your beautiful writing and may you stay in good health.
Oh I know! Just so bummed it didn't happen. But stay tuned to my web site, we might be adding a Portland fireside in December. Shhhh :)
Glad you enjoyed this book! I work with Jason and thought you’d like knowing he has a new contest on his web site where you can win a free trip-for-two to his hometown in VA, the Shenandoah Valley. All you have to do is mail him a Christmas card! All the details are here:
http://www.jasonfwright.com/triptosvalley.php
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