Anyone who knows me would attest to the fact that I love (and definitely believe in) happy endings. Everyone gets one in my world. But that doesn't mean that the road there isn't a bit (or really, really, really) rocky.
So today I'm going to throw out a few books that I frequently recommend to friends and acquaintances and readers who ask that don't necessarily come with a happy ending and are, in fact, slightly nauseating and definitely gut wrenching.
1. My Sister's Keeper: Please don't think you've got it covered because you've seen the recently released movie. The movie was really good, but it doesn't cover nearly as much ground as the book (isn't that just always the case?)
2. The Time Traveler's Wife: You still have time to sneak this one in before the upcoming movie release because I'm sure it will be another good movie that isn't as good as the book. It just couldn't possibly be THAT good. If it is...I'll eat my copy of the book (but I claim the right to flavor it with salsa).
3. Outlander: The woman who originally recommended this book to the woman who recommended it to me said, "This book changed my life." I wouldn't say that it has resulted in any drastic changes to my day to day life. But I'll definitely act differently if I ever find myself in the midst of an ancient circle of stones or if I ever find myself spontaneously traveling through time. And it left a definite mental mark that isn't going away any time soon.
Now...if you disagree with me, feel free to email me and let me know. I enjoy hearing other people's perspectives on my favorite book choices! And if you've read any lately that are worth a really severe gut wrench; pass the word. I love recommendations.
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