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katsant1's review against another edition
3.0
I didn’t realize this was a book about Alzheimer’s when I initially picked it up, but that was quickly made clear. It is disease that is pretty foreign to me, so I enjoyed the story and thought it was heartbreaking at times. There were a couple of on-the-brink of tears moments and there were a few storylines (Zach) that I felt weren’t necessary, but making the best of the worst was a theme throughout. A solid 3.5.
kirstengrier's review against another edition
3.0
*I received the Kindle version of the book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
This is the story of Claire and her recent diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's. She is married to Greg and has an adult daughter (Caitlin) from a previous relationship and a 3 yr old daughter (Esther) with Greg. It was interesting to read about Alzheimer's from a different perspective, although at times I was a bit confused. The chapters are told from different people's views and at different times. I sometimes wouldn't know when the chapter I was reading was talking place. I also confused Claire and Caitlin and few times since there names are similar. I would read few paragraphs before realizing who I was reading about.
The book had a lot of potential but it didn't move me in quite the way some of the other reviewers were moved by it. I found a lot of it unrealistic. How many times could Claire sneak out of the house and get lost before they realized something would have to be done? There was also somewhat of a "twist" at the end which was very predictable for me (and also unrealistic).
I liked Caitlin's character a lot and I would have liked for there to me more chapters written from Greg's perspective. The book was just okay for me.
This is the story of Claire and her recent diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's. She is married to Greg and has an adult daughter (Caitlin) from a previous relationship and a 3 yr old daughter (Esther) with Greg. It was interesting to read about Alzheimer's from a different perspective, although at times I was a bit confused. The chapters are told from different people's views and at different times. I sometimes wouldn't know when the chapter I was reading was talking place. I also confused Claire and Caitlin and few times since there names are similar. I would read few paragraphs before realizing who I was reading about.
The book had a lot of potential but it didn't move me in quite the way some of the other reviewers were moved by it. I found a lot of it unrealistic. How many times could Claire sneak out of the house and get lost before they realized something would have to be done? There was also somewhat of a "twist" at the end which was very predictable for me (and also unrealistic).
I liked Caitlin's character a lot and I would have liked for there to me more chapters written from Greg's perspective. The book was just okay for me.
jane203's review against another edition
2.0
I really wanted to like this book but I just couldn't. I found it unbelievable and a bit flippant, sadly.
deborahclaire31's review against another edition
5.0
This is a really good book dealing with issues of family, illness, love and loss. Would definitely recommend this
kmmi_booklover's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderful!!! This was my first read by Rowan Coleman and I will definitely be reading many more. This is the story of Claire who is suffering from early onset Alzheimer's disease. Claire is married to a younger man, Greg and has a young daughter Esther. She also has a 21 year old daughter Caitlin who she raised alone. Claire's mother, Ruth has come to live with the family to help care for Claire. Claire keeps a memory book where she and all of the family members write their memories so Claire can read them when she can no longer remember and so they can read them when she is no longer with them. The disease for Claire is progressing unusually quickly.
I loved seeing the relationship between each family member and Claire evolve. She seems to forget Greg the most which is particularly hard on him. My favorite character is Caitlin who is dealing with her own problems and needs her mom to be present to give her advice. The child-like relationship that Claire develops with Esther is endearing. This is a story about love that lasts no matter what.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing, Ballantine for a copy of this book to review.
I loved seeing the relationship between each family member and Claire evolve. She seems to forget Greg the most which is particularly hard on him. My favorite character is Caitlin who is dealing with her own problems and needs her mom to be present to give her advice. The child-like relationship that Claire develops with Esther is endearing. This is a story about love that lasts no matter what.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing, Ballantine for a copy of this book to review.
kkm0112's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 out of 5. I’m sure this will get a lot of comparisons to STILL ALICE, which to my memory was slightly better written. However, this book does a nice job at showing all the different relationships and impacts of AD.
kelsomimi's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderfully written. A heart-wrenching read that had me in tears.
4.5 stars.
"A lot of people love you. And all of the feelings they have for you are real. I think it's love that lasts. It's love that remembers us. It's love that is left, when we are gone."
4.5 stars.
"A lot of people love you. And all of the feelings they have for you are real. I think it's love that lasts. It's love that remembers us. It's love that is left, when we are gone."
nor_says_no's review against another edition
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
novellenovels's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
leona_omahony's review against another edition
3.0
Decided to download this book after hearing so many great reports about it. It's the story of Claire a woman in her early 40's who is suffering from Alzeimers disease. The book travels between present and past life and we also meet Claire's mum, husband and daughters in the book. We learn how they are coping with Claire's illness and also the relationship between them all.
I have to be honest and say personally I found this book quite boring and predictable. It just didn't do anything for me. I didn't find it very sad, in fact I found it more funny at times than sad. There were parts I skimmed through and found the ending an anticlimax. I guessed from the beginning who Ryan was. I'm obviously in a minority as this book has got fabulous 5 star reviews.
I have to be honest and say personally I found this book quite boring and predictable. It just didn't do anything for me. I didn't find it very sad, in fact I found it more funny at times than sad. There were parts I skimmed through and found the ending an anticlimax. I guessed from the beginning who Ryan was. I'm obviously in a minority as this book has got fabulous 5 star reviews.