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"Fans everywhere are familiar with Nicholas Sparks's poignant, emotionally driven novels...Sparks's latest is proof that he's just as proficient writing suspenseful fiction as he is writing classic tearjerkers."―Romantic Times
"An involving love story...an edge-of-your-seat, unpredictable thriller."―Booklist
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book!
I absolutely loved this book! The story has everything in it I enjoy. Suspense, murder, love, small beach towns and a dog!! I would recommend to anyone I know who enjoys reading.
5.0 out of 5 stars His best to date
I have read the following novels written by Nicholas Sparks in this order: THE NOTEBOOK, MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE, A WALK TO REMEMBER, THE RESCUE, BEND IN THE ROAD, NIGHTS IN RODANTHE, and finally THE GUARDIAN. In contrast to his previous work, Sparks significantly changed his overarching theme for this most recent novel. THE GUARDIAN has a very different tone. Sparks was wise to institute such a change in his storyline. I think such an effort challenged his mind and made a superb reading experience.Sparks is well-known for writing love stories that have a degree of realism but also pushes the envelop of mushiness. In THE GUARDIAN, Sparks writes a story of the affections between a man and a woman. As common in his other novels, we witness several emotional triangles. Sparks is quite skilled in painting a picture with words that illustrates the emotional trauma when a third party is thrown into an emotional tie between two others. What makes THE GUARDIAN different is the element of suspense and peril in which the major and minor characters (including a dog) are placed in life threatening situations.More than any other other of his novels, THE GUARDIAN illustrates Sparks' talent for writing. He develops several layers of emotional complexity, without being incoherent, and retaining the reader's interest. In many respects, THE GUARDIAN maintains the same level of complexity as Raymond Chandler's THE BIG SLEEP. However, Sparks is able to do a much better job than Chandler in keeping the reader focused. In many ways, it is quite amazing that Sparks was able to hold this storyline together.Frankly, I think that THE GUARDIAN is Sparks' best work.
4.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling, endearing read
The book was really good and exciting during the second half , the beginning kind of sluggish and I took longer to read this book because of that. It usually takes me 2 days to read a book but this one I struggled to finish it. Yet, it was a nail-biter in the end. Being a Nicholas Spark’s book I knew someone was going to die but the recovery of the sheriff was a bit of a stretch as was Mike’s assault! (Really?) too much to recover at all. I’m not a Nicholas Sparks by any means, he’s the expert, just voicing my humble opinion. Thank you NS.
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Five Star Winner
He did it again! What a great book. Just when you think Sparks cannot write another masterpiece, he ups and does it brilliantly.He truly is the best. I highly recommend this one.
5.0 out of 5 stars Unlike his others but page-turner
There were times I did not feel I was even reading a Nicholas Sparks book because it was so different. I had to keep reading though. Even though I had another book to review I couldn't do that without finishing this book. I don't want to add any spoilers but it's heartwrenching and heartwarming at the same time.
5.0 out of 5 stars Guardian
Once again, Nicholas Sparks does not disappoint. The story is believable, the characters are true to life. Very good book although a tear jerker. With my position in life, not what I would normally enjoy, however.........I finished at 1:45 a.m!
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing!
Nicholas Sparks has written a romantic suspense book, but it seems to be missing the "magic" element of his impressive and soul searching story's!I found the first half of the book painfully slow! The slow build was very angsty and the protagonists were not engaging!As the "thriller" aspect gained ground, the plotline became electric! Julie and Mike along with the main characters were engaging! While somewhat predictable, I enjoyed the mystery and suspense! I applaud Nicholas Sparks for his willingness to pursue a different genre! While The Guardian was uneven it was worthwhile reading!
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book ever!
Makes me cry every time I read this book. Love Great Danes!
Good read
As always everything went well.
泣けました・・
私はニコラス・スパークスの大ファンでこの本も５００ページ近くあるのですが、物語に魅せられて２日で読んでしまいました。まず１５ページ目で泣き、読み進めていくと犯人が誰だかわかっているからこそハラハラドキドキして読むことをやめられませんでした。そして最後のほうは結末がなんとなく予想できるからこそいろんな感情が混ざって涙が止まりませんでした。ラストは１００％思い通りにはいかないけれど奇跡を信じたくなる、そんな本です。亡き夫ジムのジュリーへの想い、、夫が亡くなってからずっとジュリーを支え続けてきたマイクの想い、そしてジムがジュリーに捧げた犬のシンガーの想い・・。今まで１番泣いた本が『ウォーク・トゥ・リメンバー』だったのですが、この本を読んで『ウォーク～』と同じくらい泣けました。ニコラス・スパークスファンの方にはおすすめです！！
i sooooooooooo looooved it!!!!!! ...
i sooooooooooo looooved it!!!!!! as any of sparks' books, ths cudn't possibly end without a tragic note,bt still its an absolute must-read <3
Wunderbares Buch
Ich war mir zunächst nicht sicher, ob ich mir "The Guardian" wirklich kaufen soll, da ich schon öfter gehört hatte, dass es etwas anders sei, als die üblichen Nicholas Sparks Bücher. Das Buch ist keine typische Lovestory, sondern besitzt krimiähnliche Züge.Jetzt - nach dem Kauf - kann ich nur sagen: Es ist sehr faszinierend, wie in diesem Buch die Spannung mit der Romantik wechselt. Einmal angefangen konnte ich das Buch kaum weglegen. Ich kann es wirklich nur jedem empfehlen!
chato
o unico personagem bom, morre.
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Imported From: United States
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
"Fans everywhere are familiar with Nicholas Sparks's poignant, emotionally driven novels...Sparks's latest is proof that he's just as proficient writing suspenseful fiction as he is writing classic tearjerkers."―Romantic Times
"An involving love story...an edge-of-your-seat, unpredictable thriller."―Booklist
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book!
I absolutely loved this book! The story has everything in it I enjoy. Suspense, murder, love, small beach towns and a dog!! I would recommend to anyone I know who enjoys reading.
5.0 out of 5 stars His best to date
I have read the following novels written by Nicholas Sparks in this order: THE NOTEBOOK, MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE, A WALK TO REMEMBER, THE RESCUE, BEND IN THE ROAD, NIGHTS IN RODANTHE, and finally THE GUARDIAN. In contrast to his previous work, Sparks significantly changed his overarching theme for this most recent novel. THE GUARDIAN has a very different tone. Sparks was wise to institute such a change in his storyline. I think such an effort challenged his mind and made a superb reading experience.Sparks is well-known for writing love stories that have a degree of realism but also pushes the envelop of mushiness. In THE GUARDIAN, Sparks writes a story of the affections between a man and a woman. As common in his other novels, we witness several emotional triangles. Sparks is quite skilled in painting a picture with words that illustrates the emotional trauma when a third party is thrown into an emotional tie between two others. What makes THE GUARDIAN different is the element of suspense and peril in which the major and minor characters (including a dog) are placed in life threatening situations.More than any other other of his novels, THE GUARDIAN illustrates Sparks' talent for writing. He develops several layers of emotional complexity, without being incoherent, and retaining the reader's interest. In many respects, THE GUARDIAN maintains the same level of complexity as Raymond Chandler's THE BIG SLEEP. However, Sparks is able to do a much better job than Chandler in keeping the reader focused. In many ways, it is quite amazing that Sparks was able to hold this storyline together.Frankly, I think that THE GUARDIAN is Sparks' best work.
4.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling, endearing read
The book was really good and exciting during the second half , the beginning kind of sluggish and I took longer to read this book because of that. It usually takes me 2 days to read a book but this one I struggled to finish it. Yet, it was a nail-biter in the end. Being a Nicholas Spark’s book I knew someone was going to die but the recovery of the sheriff was a bit of a stretch as was Mike’s assault! (Really?) too much to recover at all. I’m not a Nicholas Sparks by any means, he’s the expert, just voicing my humble opinion. Thank you NS.
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Five Star Winner
He did it again! What a great book. Just when you think Sparks cannot write another masterpiece, he ups and does it brilliantly.He truly is the best. I highly recommend this one.
5.0 out of 5 stars Unlike his others but page-turner
There were times I did not feel I was even reading a Nicholas Sparks book because it was so different. I had to keep reading though. Even though I had another book to review I couldn't do that without finishing this book. I don't want to add any spoilers but it's heartwrenching and heartwarming at the same time.
5.0 out of 5 stars Guardian
Once again, Nicholas Sparks does not disappoint. The story is believable, the characters are true to life. Very good book although a tear jerker. With my position in life, not what I would normally enjoy, however.........I finished at 1:45 a.m!
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing!
Nicholas Sparks has written a romantic suspense book, but it seems to be missing the "magic" element of his impressive and soul searching story's!I found the first half of the book painfully slow! The slow build was very angsty and the protagonists were not engaging!As the "thriller" aspect gained ground, the plotline became electric! Julie and Mike along with the main characters were engaging! While somewhat predictable, I enjoyed the mystery and suspense! I applaud Nicholas Sparks for his willingness to pursue a different genre! While The Guardian was uneven it was worthwhile reading!
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book ever!
Makes me cry every time I read this book. Love Great Danes!
Good read
As always everything went well.
泣けました・・
私はニコラス・スパークスの大ファンでこの本も５００ページ近くあるのですが、物語に魅せられて２日で読んでしまいました。まず１５ページ目で泣き、読み進めていくと犯人が誰だかわかっているからこそハラハラドキドキして読むことをやめられませんでした。そして最後のほうは結末がなんとなく予想できるからこそいろんな感情が混ざって涙が止まりませんでした。ラストは１００％思い通りにはいかないけれど奇跡を信じたくなる、そんな本です。亡き夫ジムのジュリーへの想い、、夫が亡くなってからずっとジュリーを支え続けてきたマイクの想い、そしてジムがジュリーに捧げた犬のシンガーの想い・・。今まで１番泣いた本が『ウォーク・トゥ・リメンバー』だったのですが、この本を読んで『ウォーク～』と同じくらい泣けました。ニコラス・スパークスファンの方にはおすすめです！！
i sooooooooooo looooved it!!!!!! ...
i sooooooooooo looooved it!!!!!! as any of sparks' books, ths cudn't possibly end without a tragic note,bt still its an absolute must-read <3
Wunderbares Buch
Ich war mir zunächst nicht sicher, ob ich mir "The Guardian" wirklich kaufen soll, da ich schon öfter gehört hatte, dass es etwas anders sei, als die üblichen Nicholas Sparks Bücher. Das Buch ist keine typische Lovestory, sondern besitzt krimiähnliche Züge.Jetzt - nach dem Kauf - kann ich nur sagen: Es ist sehr faszinierend, wie in diesem Buch die Spannung mit der Romantik wechselt. Einmal angefangen konnte ich das Buch kaum weglegen. Ich kann es wirklich nur jedem empfehlen!
chato
o unico personagem bom, morre.
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