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mrsgalvan23's review against another edition
5.0
I am having trouble finding the words to explain how much I loved this book. The writing, the characters, the story; all of it was perfection. I'm an instant fan of Boo Walker after reading this and can't wait to read his other books.
You too will fall in love with Claire and Whitaker and the journey they go on together. Whitaker is funny and instantly lovable. He is struggling with failure; recently divorced, unable to write a follow up to his best selling novel, turned film after 10 years. He feels like he is washed up. He then meets widow Claire, who is also struggling with moving on from losing her husband. Claire begs Whitaker to help her finish a novel started by her deceased husband and together they both help each other heal This book is a perfect example that everything happens for a reason. I absolutely loved the way the story unfolded. It was absolutely beautiful and my eyes were definitely not dry at the end.
Boo Walker you are an amazing writer and beautiful story teller. Thank you.
You too will fall in love with Claire and Whitaker and the journey they go on together. Whitaker is funny and instantly lovable. He is struggling with failure; recently divorced, unable to write a follow up to his best selling novel, turned film after 10 years. He feels like he is washed up. He then meets widow Claire, who is also struggling with moving on from losing her husband. Claire begs Whitaker to help her finish a novel started by her deceased husband and together they both help each other heal This book is a perfect example that everything happens for a reason. I absolutely loved the way the story unfolded. It was absolutely beautiful and my eyes were definitely not dry at the end.
Boo Walker you are an amazing writer and beautiful story teller. Thank you.
channing_laughridge's review against another edition
inspiring
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.5
hblitstein's review against another edition
5.0
I. Loved. This. Book. Boo Walker always gets me. I thought the pacing of the story was perfect. The way Claire and Whitaker blossomed and became friends, and of course, how the story ended. I think this sheds light on the importance of the foster care system. However, I believe Oliver’s story is one of the “lucky” ones. And that’s not how it should be.
I felt such deep emotion reading Walker’s story. I wish there would be a sequel!
I felt such deep emotion reading Walker’s story. I wish there would be a sequel!
kittietta's review against another edition
4.0
I just loved this story. Read it in one sitting! Well written and heart breaking ( I had sniffles in spots, lol) I loved the plot and the ending was wonderful! While I wasnt overly fond of the character Whitaker Grant ( not exactly sure why? Seemed somewhat disconnected from the story somehow. I struggled when reading his story in the beginning ) I really liked the other characters. Giving a 4 star and a recommendation you read this one! I will be checking out more if this authors books!
Thank you Netgalley the author and publisher for an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Thank you Netgalley the author and publisher for an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
donnareadathon2021's review against another edition
5.0
The story
Claire was widowed when her architect husband Mark was killed in a car accident. He mentioned he was bringing someone home to supper but she never found out who that was. When she is packing up her house three years after Mark’s death, she finds three comprehension books filled with his writing. The story of a foster child Orlando and a man that befriends him. Claire tries to convince local writer, and one-hit-wonder, Whitaker to polish the story and finish it. But he is in such a depressed state, can he even contemplate this task and do it justice?
My thoughts
I read Boo Walker’s The Singing Trees months ago and loved it. I loved this story so much, I was totally invested in the relationship between Claire and Whitaker, how Mark came up with the story and the slump that both Claire and Whitaker found themselves in. This is such a gorgeous read.
Claire was widowed when her architect husband Mark was killed in a car accident. He mentioned he was bringing someone home to supper but she never found out who that was. When she is packing up her house three years after Mark’s death, she finds three comprehension books filled with his writing. The story of a foster child Orlando and a man that befriends him. Claire tries to convince local writer, and one-hit-wonder, Whitaker to polish the story and finish it. But he is in such a depressed state, can he even contemplate this task and do it justice?
My thoughts
I read Boo Walker’s The Singing Trees months ago and loved it. I loved this story so much, I was totally invested in the relationship between Claire and Whitaker, how Mark came up with the story and the slump that both Claire and Whitaker found themselves in. This is such a gorgeous read.
elidhios's review against another edition
2.0
Me costó terminarlo, la premisa del libro me encantó y estaba muy emocionada pero el estilo de escritura me pareció tedioso y a ese punto la historia no me importaba mucho. No es mi estilo de libro, pero estoy segura de que a muchos les va a gustar. Gracias a la editorial y a NetGalley por la copia adelantada!
thereadingcat15's review against another edition
3.0
The full book review will be posted on my blog this Saturday. I will update this post with a link.
heidirgorecki's review against another edition
2.0
I realize I’m apparently in the minority on this one but I really didn’t care for this book. I kept with it just hoping it would get better, which it did in the second half, but not by a lot. It was really slow and not much happened at all in the first half. While the story of connecting with a foster child and investing in him is great, and I did enjoy the light humor often, I had to talk myself into finishing it multiple times.
Beyond the extremely slow pace of the book, honestly both Claire and Whitaker annoyed me as characters for a good portion of the book. Whitaker would make these almost manic swings in his decisions or motivations, flat out refusing to write David’s book over and over and then literally a few min later chased Claire down to change his mind. Only to do it again - multiple times. And he completely lacked the fortitude to do the hard things (or even mundane things) when life got tough. Claire was often highly irrational and angry, and so obsessed with what she wanted that she was livid with Whitaker when he refused to write the book, arguing vehemently when he said no. All while she obsessively stalked Whitaker - someone who she met a couple times years ago briefly - chasing him down without warning at both his house and his work multiple times, then slamming him on social media. And somehow it was all laughable and no big deal for them both...? The rest of it, just seemed really flat and dragged for me. Unfortunately for the end focus, I was just not a fan at all.
Beyond the extremely slow pace of the book, honestly both Claire and Whitaker annoyed me as characters for a good portion of the book. Whitaker would make these almost manic swings in his decisions or motivations, flat out refusing to write David’s book over and over and then literally a few min later chased Claire down to change his mind. Only to do it again - multiple times. And he completely lacked the fortitude to do the hard things (or even mundane things) when life got tough. Claire was often highly irrational and angry, and so obsessed with what she wanted that she was livid with Whitaker when he refused to write the book, arguing vehemently when he said no. All while she obsessively stalked Whitaker - someone who she met a couple times years ago briefly - chasing him down without warning at both his house and his work multiple times, then slamming him on social media. And somehow it was all laughable and no big deal for them both...? The rest of it, just seemed really flat and dragged for me. Unfortunately for the end focus, I was just not a fan at all.
kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
An Unfinished Story by Boo Walker is a heartwarming novel.
Claire Kite lost her beloved husband three years ago and she is finally trying to move on. After selling their house, she clears out his office and discovers his unfinished manuscript. His writing is so beautiful she feels the novel deserves to be published. Claire knows the only person she wants to complete David's work is local author Whitaker Grant.
Despite all his efforts, Whitaker has been unable to write another novel since his bestseller ten year ago. Yet he still persists in trying to work through his major writer's block. Whitaker is nursing a huge case of self-pity as he continues to lose his battle to put make any progress in his latest project. So when Claire shows up requesting he read then finish David's novel, Whitaker does not want to read it let alone complete it. But Claire is incredibly persistent and he agrees to at least read David's manuscript.
Claire and Whitaker are emotionally wounded and for each step they take forward, they sometimes take two steps back. Claire has barely begin to truly move forward and she is certain David's novel will help her completely heal. As for Whitaker, he wallows in self-pity and resists anyone's efforts to pull him out of his major funk. Worn down by Claire, he is shocked by how deeply David's novel touches him. But he knows that to do the novel justice, he needs to get to know David. Thankfully Claire agrees to spend time with him talking about David. And in the process, Claire and Whitaker begin to care for each other. But will learning about a secret that David kept from her, will Claire be willing to give love another chance?
An Unfinished Story is a heartfelt novel of healing and love. Claire and Whitaker are a little hard to like at first. However, as they grow and evolve throughout the story, they become very easy to like and root for. The storyline is engaging and tugs on the heartstrings. Boo Walker brings this marvelous novel to an uplifting, sigh-worthy conclusion.
Claire Kite lost her beloved husband three years ago and she is finally trying to move on. After selling their house, she clears out his office and discovers his unfinished manuscript. His writing is so beautiful she feels the novel deserves to be published. Claire knows the only person she wants to complete David's work is local author Whitaker Grant.
Despite all his efforts, Whitaker has been unable to write another novel since his bestseller ten year ago. Yet he still persists in trying to work through his major writer's block. Whitaker is nursing a huge case of self-pity as he continues to lose his battle to put make any progress in his latest project. So when Claire shows up requesting he read then finish David's novel, Whitaker does not want to read it let alone complete it. But Claire is incredibly persistent and he agrees to at least read David's manuscript.
Claire and Whitaker are emotionally wounded and for each step they take forward, they sometimes take two steps back. Claire has barely begin to truly move forward and she is certain David's novel will help her completely heal. As for Whitaker, he wallows in self-pity and resists anyone's efforts to pull him out of his major funk. Worn down by Claire, he is shocked by how deeply David's novel touches him. But he knows that to do the novel justice, he needs to get to know David. Thankfully Claire agrees to spend time with him talking about David. And in the process, Claire and Whitaker begin to care for each other. But will learning about a secret that David kept from her, will Claire be willing to give love another chance?
An Unfinished Story is a heartfelt novel of healing and love. Claire and Whitaker are a little hard to like at first. However, as they grow and evolve throughout the story, they become very easy to like and root for. The storyline is engaging and tugs on the heartstrings. Boo Walker brings this marvelous novel to an uplifting, sigh-worthy conclusion.
storieswithsoul's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.75