Alicia L. (arlee1954) reviewed on 2/24/2009 + 11 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

This is the second novel by Penelope Stokes that I've read, and all I can say is that it definitely surpasses "The Memory Book". Her characters are still extremely well rounded and are definitely people you can relate to and empathize with...people you care about. As for the plot, it's somewhat more intricate than The Memory Book, but Stokes still blends past and present, drama and romance, and suspense, with the underlying question of faith and belief in God.

All in all, definitely worth reading. A real page turner!! I started it before work one day and ended up finishing it a day and a half later - only stopping to sleep and go to work. Very compelling. And definitely worth much more than the 5 stars I've given it.

Penelope Stokes' novels are so compelling that I'm nearly finished reading "The Wishing Jar" after one day!

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