- Hardcover: 276 pages
- Publisher: Warner Books; 1 edition (30 Oct 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0446528056
- ISBN-13: 978-0446528054
- Product Dimensions: 21.1 x 14.7 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (89 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 483,210 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Sparks' novel brims with longing' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'Sparks's sentimental romance is sure to please his many fans' - DAILY MAIL 'Sparks's writing is superb - the raw feeling with which he describes Jeremy's every emotion is fantastic. If you want a good love story go for this' - WOMAN
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'We have a soft spot for Nicholas Sparks . . . his stories are a reminder of the man we wish our boyfriends could be' ****
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have never before read a book which truly made me cry even half as much as I did when I read this book. The writing is riviting and beautiful, the characters are perfectly believable and and the story is mesmerizing. I simply could not put the book down because it was just so gripping.
John Tyree a rebellious teen, graduated simply because his school could bear him no longer. He has a distant relationship with his father, no decent friends ,and a non-existant love-life. With no potential, and no other options he joins the army. He fits in well- he is a good leader, makes friends, and soon gets a promotion. His first few leaves take him home to his father where he spends his time pointlessly ruining the precious little relationship there was between them. On his third leave he meets Savannah Lynn Curtis, the beautiful college student who falls for him immediately. The two fall in love and as John heads back to his posting in Germany Savannah swears she will wait for his return, as he swears to marry her. Many letters are sent and calls made and another leave is had and the love only grows stronger
But then 9/11 comes calling and John has to choose between Savannah and America, and eventually signs up for another 2 years service, as do all the oher proud soldiers around him. Savannah is forced to make a decision which will break not only John's heart but her own as well. When John finally returns to his home everything will have changed and he will find himself forced to make a decision just as tricky as Savannah's.
John Tyree a rebellious teen, graduated simply because his school could bear him no longer. He has a distant relationship with his father, no decent friends ,and a non-existant love-life. With no potential, and no other options he joins the army. He fits in well- he is a good leader, makes friends, and soon gets a promotion. His first few leaves take him home to his father where he spends his time pointlessly ruining the precious little relationship there was between them. On his third leave he meets Savannah Lynn Curtis, the beautiful college student who falls for him immediately. The two fall in love and as John heads back to his posting in Germany Savannah swears she will wait for his return, as he swears to marry her. Many letters are sent and calls made and another leave is had and the love only grows stronger
But then 9/11 comes calling and John has to choose between Savannah and America, and eventually signs up for another 2 years service, as do all the oher proud soldiers around him. Savannah is forced to make a decision which will break not only John's heart but her own as well. When John finally returns to his home everything will have changed and he will find himself forced to make a decision just as tricky as Savannah's.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I Loved 'A Walk to Remember' and this latest book by Nicholas Sparks did not disappoint. A bit mushy, but great for a wet day sitting by the fire.
John Tyree leads a bit of a wayward childhood and kind of drifts into the army when no other career path opens up. He is on leave when he finds his first (and only) true love. Savannah is from a vastly different background, but this does not prove a problem as their love develops in spite of the long distances involved.
Unfortunately the events of 9/11 prompt John to re-enlist and things start to fall apart. Will John and Savannah manage to keep their love intact?
This is a great tear jerker. I couldn't read Nicholas Sparks books one after another, but as a bit of light relief they can't be beaten.
John Tyree leads a bit of a wayward childhood and kind of drifts into the army when no other career path opens up. He is on leave when he finds his first (and only) true love. Savannah is from a vastly different background, but this does not prove a problem as their love develops in spite of the long distances involved.
Unfortunately the events of 9/11 prompt John to re-enlist and things start to fall apart. Will John and Savannah manage to keep their love intact?
This is a great tear jerker. I couldn't read Nicholas Sparks books one after another, but as a bit of light relief they can't be beaten.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wow. I had become quite bored with Sparks' latest novels, feeling they were cookie-cutter romance novels, but this book is a return to his old writing style. Similar to The Notebook, and A Walk to Remember, this book is a must read for any Sparks' fan, as well as anyone wanting an old fashioned love story...full of love, heartache, romance, fulfillment, tragedy, and sacrifice. Well done, well written, and just fabulous!! I would also highly recommend reading Tino Georgiou's bestselling novel--The Fates--if you haven't yet!!
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I preferred Twilight
I purchased Dear John based on the reviews and having read Nicholas Sparks' the Horse Whisperer some years ago and enjoyed it. Alas, I did not enjoy Dear John. Read more
Published 21 days ago by KGB
Brilliant Book
I have read several Nicholas Sparks books and this is excellent! I think it is much better than the film.
Published 25 days ago by Nicky
Didn't want it to end!!!
I loved this book so much I didn't want it to end. It was romantic and heartfelt. I was gripped from beginning to end.
Published 1 month ago by Margaret
My love for Mr Sparks, started with this book...
I took it home, spent my whole Sunday reading it and could not put this down. This was my first Nicholas Sparks book and I've now read all of his books. Read more
Published 1 month ago by S M H
Loved it!
I loved this book, it was the first of Nicholas Sparks' books that i've read and I am now a fan - at last i've found an author that I can call a favourite! Read more
Published 2 months ago by topa23
How disappointing!
Unfortunately I made the mistake of reading this after I had seen the film (which was wonderful!). I found large sections of the novel very preachy and the ending was so... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bookworm
slow but good
John is our main character and the stories starts with him recapping his life. Briefly visiting his childhood, school and bumming around after and what leads to his decision to... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lainy
Really Amazing !
Wow, I really enjoyed this book! I love Nicolas Spark, so it was obviously that I was gonna purchase this one.
It's a great story. Love the characters, the setting ... Read more
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Published 5 months ago by Nimi
Refreshing!
Dear John is a refreshingly simple book structured around young love and all the challenges it brings. Read more
Published 6 months ago by thatbookgirl
Fantastic
I absolutly loved this book ,could not put it down . I found this book one of the best books ive read and very moving . Read more
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