- Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Warner Books; Reprint edition (31 July 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0446611867
- ISBN-13: 978-0446611862
- Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 3.8 x 17.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 856,145 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A Bend in the Road is a first-rate novel and Nicholas Sparks' finest book yet. Such well-turned books as The Rescue, and Message in a Bottle established him as a writer of skill and persuasiveness, with a particular knack for wry, well-rounded characterisations--qualities well in evidence in this book.
Miles Ryan leads a relatively uneventful life in the small town in which he is sheriff--except for an incident two years previously that changed him irrevocably: the killing (by a hit-and-run driver) of his adored wife. Miles' obsession with uncovering the identity of the driver has led to problems with his nine-year-old son Jonah, who is having difficulties at school. And when Miles finds himself brought together with Jonah's teacher, the attractive Sarah, both of them are soon caught up in a relationship that will force them to re-examine what their lives mean--particularly as Sarah has a secret of her own.
The secret of Sparks' success (here, as in his other books) is to carefully establish the problems of his main protagonists so that we come to be involved in their lives and care about them--before involving them with someone else, who we similarly come to know intimately. It's not an easy task, and many a novelist has come adrift by concentrating too much on the hero or heroine at the expense of those around them. Sparks is much too sure-footed for that, and we are utterly involved with the problems of both Miles and Sarah (not to mention the nine-year-old Jonah, who is handled without a trace of sentimentality, which is a refreshing touch). As the central characters' destinies intertwine, we are as keen for them to recognise each other's virtues as we are that they'll solve the problems that have been ruining their lives. Barry Forshaw --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Definitely one to read with a box of tissues handy (THE TIMES )
A powerful tale of true love (BOOKLIST )
Sweet, accessible, uplifting (PUBLISHERS WEEKLY )
A Bend in the Road is a first-rate novel and Nicholas Spark s' finest book yet. Such well-turned books as The Rescue, and Message in a Bottle established him as a writer of skill and persuasiveness, with a particular knack for wry, well-rounded character (Miles Ryan leads a relatively uneventful life in the small town in which he is sheriff--except for an incident two years previously that changed him irrevocably: the killing (by a hit-and-run driver) of his adored wife. Mile s’ obsession with uncovering t ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
A powerful tale of true love (BOOKLIST )
Sweet, accessible, uplifting (PUBLISHERS WEEKLY )
A Bend in the Road is a first-rate novel and Nicholas Spark s' finest book yet. Such well-turned books as The Rescue, and Message in a Bottle established him as a writer of skill and persuasiveness, with a particular knack for wry, well-rounded character (Miles Ryan leads a relatively uneventful life in the small town in which he is sheriff--except for an incident two years previously that changed him irrevocably: the killing (by a hit-and-run driver) of his adored wife. Mile s’ obsession with uncovering t ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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On the morning of August 29, 1988, a little more than two years after his wife had passed away, Miles Ryan stood on the back porch of his house, smoking a cigarette, watching as the rising sun slowly changed the morning sky from dusky gray to orange. Read the first page
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On the morning of August 29, 1988, a little more than two years after his wife had passed away, Miles Ryan stood on the back porch of his house, smoking a cigarette, watching as the rising sun slowly changed the morning sky from dusky gray to orange. Read the first page
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I always like reading Sparks' novels. He has a wonderful way of describe his characters. When I first start reading, I can hardly stop before the last page. This is one of his best!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Nicholas Sparks is or maybe used to be one of my favorite authors of our age. "Message in a Bottle" was the first book I read and I confess that not only I read the book but also saw the movie at least 4 times and bought the CD. I also read the book in portuguese but it has nothing to do with the original. The translation is awful.
"A walk to Remember" was also a great book. Both stories mayde me cry in the end.
I was so happy to know that a new book was coming and I ordered "A Bend in the Road" right away. I read it in less than a week but, for the first time, I didn't cry, I wasn't touched by the author's words. I already felt that in "The Rescue". I know that we always have at least a dead person in his stories but the "killer" in this one was so obvious. You could guess the end and maybe that was the author's biggest mistake. I hope next time it will not happen.
"A walk to Remember" was also a great book. Both stories mayde me cry in the end.
I was so happy to know that a new book was coming and I ordered "A Bend in the Road" right away. I read it in less than a week but, for the first time, I didn't cry, I wasn't touched by the author's words. I already felt that in "The Rescue". I know that we always have at least a dead person in his stories but the "killer" in this one was so obvious. You could guess the end and maybe that was the author's biggest mistake. I hope next time it will not happen.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Nicolas sparks is so inspiring, and i hold a love for all the books i have read of his, this was an emotional love story both lovers with problems of their own that haunts them from the past. Although i must admit message in a bottle is still the one and only best. Its a must read!
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Cheesy & disappointing...
After having read two Nicholas Sparks novels in recent weeks and being blown away by them, I looked forward to reading this. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. N. Millican
A Bend in the road
What a book I couldnt put it down, a fantastic story that really lets you drift into it, a MUST for nicholas spark fans everywhere
Published 20 months ago by Mrs. A. Sheerin
PERFECT!!!!
This book is perfect. Just the right pace and just the right length.
You end up literally aching inside for Miles Ryan and feeling the urge to climb into the book to give him... Read more
You end up literally aching inside for Miles Ryan and feeling the urge to climb into the book to give him... Read more
Published on 27 Aug 2008 by MrsSparkleyfizz
Not a bad romantic read - give it a go if nothing else to read.
I read this book while on holiday in America and to be honest I only read it as I couldn't find anything else at the time. Read more
Published on 14 July 2007 by L. Rothwell
okay read
This book was not such a great read. But it's still not too bad as it potrays life of someone whom you love and have faith that ultimately will work out in the end. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2006
A bend in the Road
it was a touching read. very well written by the author. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more books written by this author.
Published on 4 Jan 2006
Poor language, predictable story
I was very disappointed by this book after having read the brilliantly writtten "the Notebook". The language is poor and the story is predictable without exciting twists. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2005
Romance at it's best
This book is very romantic and makes a great read, sparks is a wonderful writer and really brings the story to life. Read more
Published on 6 Dec 2003 by Vicky
Fantastic
This book is fantastic and has an unexpected twist that you won't predict. I read this on honeymoon and couldn't put it down. Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2003
Sparks does it again!
This is an emotional tale about a couple's new-found happiness & the shocking secret that threatens to keep them apart. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2001
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