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Safe Haven

By: Nicholas Sparks
Narrated by: Rebecca Lowman
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When a mysterious young woman named Katie appears in the small North Carolina town of Southport, her sudden arrival raises questions about her past. Beautiful yet self-effacing, Katie seems determined to avoid forming personal ties until a series of events draws her into two reluctant relationships: one with Alex, a widowed store owner with a kind heart and two young children; and another with her plainspoken single neighbor, Jo. Despite her reservations, Katie slowly begins to let down her guard, putting down roots in the close-knit community and becoming increasingly attached to Alex and his family.

But even as Katie begins to fall in love, she struggles with the dark secret that still haunts and terrifies her... a past that set her on a fearful, shattering journey across the country, to the sheltered oasis of Southport. With Jo's empathic and stubborn support, Katie eventually realizes that she must choose between a life of transient safety and one of riskier rewards... and that in the darkest hour, love is the only true safe haven.

©2010 Nicolas Sparks (P)2010 Hachette Audio
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The Notebook will always be my favorite Nicholas Sparks Novel, but then we got to watch it being filmed in my hometown. This is definitely my second favorite. I absolutely loved it, and even though I completely saw the twist coming, it was still excellent. Read first, then watch the movie (as usual), but the movie was pretty good as well!

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Another great Nicholas Sparks listen

Would you listen to Safe Haven again? Why?

Yes-I loved it and cant wait for the up coming movie in February.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Katie-because she was such a strong female who realized that you can rise above a bad past to create a wonderful future.

Which character – as performed by Rebecca Lowman – was your favorite?

katie

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

listening of what katie had been through.

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A great listen! I have reccomended this to many friends!

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Wonderful story of freeing oneself from abuse!

What made the experience of listening to Safe Haven the most enjoyable?

Being able to close my eyes and imagine the characters

What was one of the most memorable moments of Safe Haven?

The entire seen of the fire

Which character – as performed by Rebecca Lowman – was your favorite?

The main character

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

The father, who wouldn't admire someone like that as a man and father.

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Perfect

Rebecca Loweman did an amazing job. I'm so glad I was able to enjoy the audio version. There were many memorable moments throughout the book because Rebecca was able to truly embrace each of the characters unique voices and emotions.

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Page Turner!!

Absolutely loved this book and didn't want to put it down. I was ever more sad when it came to an end because it was just so well written.

incredible author and great narration as well. I would definitely recommend.

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I loved this book.

Even though I have watched the movie and new what would happen I was still on the edge of my seat. I couldn't stop listening. I loved all the details of this book. As a domestic abuse survivor myself it was good to hear and relate to the thoughts and words. I felt understood as I could of said some of the very things myself. Overall a good message that everyone has a past but they don't need to be ashamed and they are worthy of love and happiness.

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The Best!

The best Nicholas Sparks book I have ever read. Gut wrenching and dark, but also sweet and lovely. 5 stars!

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Predictable, easy, beach read.

A bit formula / predictable, but it's a good book to take with you to the beach or to listen to while you're multitasking.

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I loved this book!

It is one of his best books. I was unable to quit listening to it. Highly recommend it.

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Ending ruined the book

The ending of this book was so foolish after a relatively strong story line. What a shame

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