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My Sister's Keeper (Paperback)

by Jodi Picoult (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (366 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 432 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks; New edition edition (10 Jan 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 034083546X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340835463
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.8 x 3.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (366 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 12,792 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'This astonishing novel is beautifully and thoughtfully written and focuses on difficult moral choices'


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'This astonishing novel is beautifully and thoughtfully written and focuses on difficult moral choices' (Good Housekeeping )

'She is quite a find, in Anita Shreve territory, an author tackling gritty problems ... So watch out, she's well worth supporting' (Sarah Broadhurst, The Bookseller )

'This beautifully crafted novel will grab readers with its stunning topic ' (People Magazine )

'Expect to be kept up all night by Picoult's latest novel, but it's much more than a page-turner; it's a fascinating character study framed by a complex, gripping story. . . ' (Booklist )
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34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful and emotional book, 11 Jun 2004
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This review is from: My Sister's Keeper (Picoult, Jodi (Large Print)) (Hardcover)
I loved this book. I couldnt put it down, and it was very emotional. The chapters switch from being narrated by different characters in the story so you see all points of view. You go from agreeing with the character of Anna, that she should not be forced to go through so much pain and medical danger when her sister doesnt really want to keep going on anymore, to changing your mind when the mothers chapter comes around, thinking you would do anything to save your childs life.

Both my friend and I loved it - but beware, if you have an emotional bone in your body you will cry your eyes out in a couple of parts - DO NOT READ THE END OF THE BOOK ON THE TRAIN ON YOUR DAILY COMMUTE!!!

This is a great book - read it.

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122 of 129 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely surprise of a book, 28 Jan 2005
I bought this book only because it was in the 3 for 2 sale at Waterstones, never having heard of it, or the author, before. Reading it got slightly uncomfortable at points - for one, the moral dilemma at the crux of the plot had me squirming because it's one of those situations you just don't wanna think about - secondly, characters take it in turn to narrate chapters, and though this generally works well, the fact they all use the same introspective reflective tone can get a bit eerie.

One review inside the cover says the book ends with a big twist, so I started trying to spot it from the start - no chance, it came totally out of nowhere. And when it finally turned up, it had me bawling my eyes out (I haven't cried at a book since I read "The Last Battle" (Chronicles of Narnia) at the age of about 8). Seriously, I cried for about 10 minutes, and I don't even have kids.

At the same time, the book isn't an emotional blackmail attempt using cliches as tear-jerkers, but simply, gently and originally written. It comments in a roundabout way on families, parenting, and growing up. I'm tempted to get hold of some more of the author's work, but I'm worried it won't live up to this one.

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102 of 108 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Heart-wrenching, 18 Jun 2005
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this book but had heart a few people talk about it so I bought it from Amazon. It's a heart-breaking novel that had me in tears on quite a few occasions.

Kate is diagnosed with lukemia at age 2 and her parents decide to have a 'designer' baby, Anna, who they hope will save Kate from the certain death. Within hours of being born Anna has donated stem cells from her umbilicle cord....the first of many procedures. Thirteeen yrs later Annas body is still being used to keep her sister alive. This is when Anna decides to fight for the right to have control of her own body.

The twist at the end came out of nowhere and had me in tears yet again.

Its a very thought-provoking book which questions the morals behind 'designer' babies. I defy anyone to read this book and not get a lump in their throat.

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3.0 out of 5 stars I liked and disliked this book
An excellent and interesting story but the ending is very unsatisfying. Also Jodi Picoult's 'pearls of wisdom' on human psychology get a bit annoying. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Emotional Read
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1.0 out of 5 stars Too big a topic for Picoult to tackle
I have to agree with what appears to be a minority of "my sisters keeper" readers: the book is trash. The theme is highly emotionally charged. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
great book, great shape as advertised. Would definitely purchase from this seller again. Many thanks!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book Ive read in a long time!
This book is by far the best I have read possibly yet! This is the first I have read of Jodi Picoult and it really makes me want to see what else she has to offer! Read more
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I was looking for a book to read on holiday and it was a choice between The Time Traveller's Wife and My Sister's Keeper....I was extremely happy with the choice I made. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars A heart tugging story
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