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| Author: James Patterson ISBN-10: 0316969443 ISBN-13: 9780316969444 Edition: 1 Format: Hardcover Publication Year: 2001 Book editor Katie Wilkinson finds bittersweet revelations in her ex-lover's wife's diary, in this tearjerker that departs from Patterson's usual thrills-and-chills formula. | Average Ratings  from 21 reviewsPrice: $3.00 - $11.97 List Price: $28.00 |
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by: jobythesea  ) | Review created: 12/17/05 |
| 4 out of 4 people found the following review helpful. James Patterson is one of my favorite authors. Alex Cross, the detective in his books is one of my favorite characters. So it was with trepidation that my beloved mystery writer wrote a love story. He did and it is very, very good. Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas is written differently than most books I’ve read. In spite of Patterson’s coming out of his box, he managed to come out of it creatively. Some might say it is predictable. I think Patterson keeps just enough edge on one or two parts that may surprise you, perhaps not. It did surprise me. But again, this is not a mystery and isn’t meant to surprise necessarily. His writing style is good enough to keep a short, simple story engaging. Suzanne Bedford is a Harvard educated doctor in her mid-30’s, who moves to Martha’s Vineyard to slow down the pace of her hectic life. It is there, as a “country doctor” that she Nicholas Harrison is the baby for whom the diary is written. He is a perfect, wanted and so loved baby. Katie Wilkinson a young woman who works for a firm that publishes books is sent the book by Matt Harrison, house painter and author. Patterson has managed to write in the character of two women. As you read it, you will forget that it is written by a man. He gets into the female heart and mind fabulously. The book is wonderful in its simplicity. Patterson does not weave a complex story. Quite the opposite. It is a simple story and some may find it too simple. I didn’t. Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas is essentially 2 books in one. One book is an account by one character, Katie, and the second is the account by another, which is the diary by Suzanne. Is this a woman’s book? Books must be classified as such at times, certainly and this would be one of those. Would a male Patterson fan not enjoy it? Probably not unless love stories are a genre he likes. Sure there is some mystery as I said above. It isn’t entirely predictable, but this is not a book that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat or wondering “who dun it.” This comes directly from the book, "Imagine life is a game in which you are juggling five balls. The balls are called work, family, health, friends and integrity. And you're keeping all of them in the air. But one day you finally come to understand that work is a rubber ball. If you drop it, it will bounce back. The other four balls- family, health, friends, integrity- are made of glass. If you drop one of these, it will be irrevocably scuffed, nicked, perhaps even shattered. And once you truly understand the lesson of the five balls, you will have the beginnings of balance in your life." | |
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by: valle30  ) | Review created: 12/08/06 |
| 3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful. I like this book very much. I read it in a day I could not put it down. It kept my interest even when my eyes got tired, I could not stop reading it. The climax was great. I'm looking forward to reading more books by James Patterson. I heard it was a good book and it is, it did not let me down at all. I highly recommend it. | |
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by: sminker1912 ) | Review created: 11/24/05 |
| 3 out of 3 people found the following review helpful. This was a very good book. This was the first James Patterson for me. It was made me laugh, cry and I didn't want to put it down. If you've read and liked The Notebook, Bridges Of Madison County, or Five People you meet in Heaven than you will love this book. | |
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by: lightofday58  ) | Review created: 05/10/07 |
| 4 out of 5 people found the following review helpful. I have to admit that I began this book with some concern and suspicion. Being a long time fan of Alex Cross and other mysteries by James Patterson, I feared the book was an attempt at something new that might not be as successful as what our author is best known for. I was wrong and should have had more faith in Mr. Patterson. It is a simple story in which the characters are fully developed to the point of allowing the reader to frequently relate to the characters' emotions and thoughts on many levels. It is heart-wrenching and full of hope and reminds us that allowing another to get close brings with it the fear of unbearable pain but also the miracle of incredible joy. | |
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by: mamadee1023 ) | Review created: 07/09/07 |
| 2 out of 2 people found the following review helpful. I couldn't put it down. Right from the start you are pulled into the story and the people in the story. Bring the past into the present in a unique and pleassant way was wonderful. A great romance!! A Classic!!! | |
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by: horselova23 ) | Review created: 06/07/07 |
| 2 out of 2 people found the following review helpful. I love the book, i've read it three times. the product was in great condition, and i will enjoy it for years to come | |
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by: bemyshopper70 ) | Review created: 03/07/07 |
| 2 out of 2 people found the following review helpful. James Patterson is an awesome writer and I would highly reccomend anything he writes. If you like mystery and thriller He is your writer. This particular book is a tear jerker and very emotional. | |
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by: lgm0404 ) | Review created: 02/10/07 |
| 2 out of 2 people found the following review helpful. The book is excellent. It was so good and had such an important message that I shared it with a friend...who shared it with a friend...etc.etc.SO I needed a new copy. | |
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by: ntapley ) | Review created: 01/01/07 |
| 2 out of 2 people found the following review helpful. This was a selection for our Book club. It is a great book,different from James Patterson's usual books. Would highly recommend it. | |
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by: shortallsix  ) | Review created: 06/05/06 |
| 3 out of 4 people found the following review helpful. I read this book at the local library and liked the story so much that I purchased 6 copies to send to all the ladies in my life for Mother's Day. It was a tremendously touching love story between a mother and her child and the man they both loved. Definetly worth reading and sharing with others!! | |
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