Nicholas Sparks

I have read most of Nicholas Sparks novels. All of them are really great novels that you should take the time to read. I wish I could sit and write a blog about every one of his books, but I can't, so instead, here is a list of his books and a few of my notes on them.

The Lucky One
This story was really good. It brings up the question of secrets and lies and when is it right to keep a secret. to quote the website: "Filled with tender romance and terrific suspense, The Lucky One is Nicholas Sparks at his best—an unforgettable story about the surprising paths our lives often take and the power of fate to guide us to true and everlasting love."

Dear John  Movie: Dear John (Limited Edition Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack)
This story ties a little into 9/11 and follows the story of a man, John, who re-enlists in the army to help his country, leaving behind the woman he loves, Savannah. While gone, she finds a new love and settles down. John returns home to find Savannah married, and that he has to completely review his life and expectations. The movie based on this book was excellent and did a great job with the story. Read and see both!

The Choice
Follows the friendship and choices of Travis and Gabby, neighbors in Beaufort NC. A great story to read!

The Guardian
This book follows a young women, Julie, whose husband dies and he leaves her with 2 things - a dog, and the promise that he would always watch over her. Julie explores finding another love in her life and this leads her to two men and choosing between which later leads to jealousy and danger!

True Believer

(Prequel to At First Sight) This story introduces Jeremy Marsh who receives a letter about the supernatural happenings in NC. Jeremy is a writer who debunks supernatural stories and rushes down to NC to investigate. While there he meets Lexie who makes him question what he wants out of life. 

At First Sight
This book is the sequel to True Believer- make sure you read the prequel first. This story follows Travis doing three things he swore he would never do - fall in love again, leave New York, or become a parent. Its a great story.

The Rescue
The Rescue follows Taylor McAden a volunteer fireman. He finds himself swept into the search and rescue of  a boy who goes missing after a car accident with his mother. The search brings Taylor and the boys mother, Denise, close in a way that Taylor has never seen before.

A Bend in the Road

Miles Ryan is a man who lost his wife in a tragic car accident, and vowed to never love again. A Bend in the Road takes you on a journey following a widowed mans decision to fall in love again when he meets Sarah.

There are so many wonderful books by Nicholas Sparks and I have loved everyone that I have read. You can visit Sparks website to see his full list of novels, as well as movies that are based on them. These are some of my favorite here. But really, any one on his list of books will be a great book to sit down and read!