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The Notebook

By: Nicholas Sparks
Narrated by: Barry Bostwick
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Publisher's summary

Experience the unforgettable, heartbreaking love story set in post-World War II North Carolina about a young socialite and the boy who once stole her heart—one of PBS's "Great American Reads".

Every so often a love story so captures our hearts that it becomes more than a story—it becomes an experience to remember forever. The Notebook is such a book. It is a celebration of how passion can be ageless and timeless, a tale that moves us to laughter and tears and makes us believe in true love all over again . . .

At thirty-one, Noah Calhoun, back in coastal North Carolina after World War II, is haunted by images of the girl he lost more than a decade earlier. At twenty-nine, socialite Allie Nelson is about to marry a wealthy lawyer, but she cannot stop thinking about the boy who long ago stole her heart. Thus begins the story of a love so enduring and deep it can turn tragedy into triumph, and may even have the power to create a miracle . . .

©1996 Nicholas Sparks (P)2004 Time Warner Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"A classic tale of love."—Christian Science Monitor

"A one-night read . . . If you are in need of a good cry, The Notebook is absolutely the right book."—USA Today

"The lyrical beauty of this touching love story . . . will captivate the heart of every reader."—Denver Rocky Mountain News

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Touching!!

My first Nicholas Sparks and it was fantastic. The love story was touching and romantic without being gushy. You rarely see or hear of true love like described in this book. It was very refreshing.

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One of the best love stories of all times!

This is one of my favourite love stories, if not my favourite. Great writer, great narrator! Have tissues nearby!

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Great book

What did you love best about The Notebook?

How love can endure through the years. Great book.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Notebook?

Cannot give one - I LOVED this book.

What about Barry Bostwick’s performance did you like?

Yes, he was believable as the different characters. Great job

If you could take any character from The Notebook out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Probably Noah - he never gave up on the love of his life. He was a veteran, outdoorsman, determined guy. He made a promise to his love, his life and fulfilled it.

Any additional comments?

I almost did not download the book because of a previous comment about the music in the background. The music is only occasionally in some segments and does not distract from the story. If you loved the movie you will love the book as well. I enjoyed listening to this book. Only took me a few days to listen to the entire book. Loved it.

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Excellent all around

This book is excellent all around. It is a great story - romantic, some good tension, great characters in both the past and present, good dialogue and a great narrator. I high reccomend it if you like this type of read.

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Th Notebook (Unabridged)

Way better than the movie! I loved this book.

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One of my Favorites

So far this is one if my Nicholas Spark book vs movie FAVORITES! Aside from some small details this book is almost identical to the movie! Beautifully written.

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book and movie transcend works showing loves power

I watched the movie years ago and it still remains as one of my all time favorites! the book Was just as great as the movie which I didn't expect as the movie was so outstanding. I could reccomend this to anyone who is inspired by love from teens to those in their twilight years and everyone in between. truly touched my heart. I found myself reflecting back on my own love story with my first and only love, my husband. it too has lasted a lifetime and is a testiment to loves power to heal, inspire, and strengthen!

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Classic

I truly enjoy romantic novels by Nicholas Sparks. He is the reason I started reading novels. Though I have read the book in print, it was enjoyable to listen to it on my long drive.

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Good story. Mediocre presentation

I read this book a number of years ago and really enjoyed it. However, this performance was lacking. Not good variation between the voices and the intermittent music over the voices was just distracting. I think I’ll stick to my actual physical book for this one.

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Great love story

It's easy to fall in love with the characters in this book.
Really good love story.

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