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The Choice

By: Nicholas Sparks
Narrated by: Holter Graham
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Travis Parker has everything a man could want: a good job, loyal friends, even a waterfront home in small town North Carolina. In full pursuit of the good life, including boating, swimming, and regular barbecues with his good-natured buddies, he holds the vague conviction that a serious relationship with a woman would only cramp his style. That is, until Gabby Holland moves in next door.

Despite his attempts to be neighborly, the appealing redhead seems to have a chip on her shoulder about him...and the presence of her longtime boyfriend doesn't help. Despite himself, Travis can't stop trying to ingratiate himself with his new neighbor, and his persistent efforts lead them both to the doorstep of a journey that neither could have foreseen.

Spanning the eventful years of young love, marriage, and family, The Choice ultimately confronts us with the most heart-wrenching question of all: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

©2007 Nicholas Sparks (P)2007 Hachette Audio

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"A tender and moving love story...Sparks' latest does not disappoint." (Publishers Weekly)

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Great Story

Definitely not what I expected. Much better. I absolutely loved it! It was not the same typical love story.

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Heartwarming Love story

I loved it . It made me laugh, cry it was a great love story!

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I'm not crying...YOU'RE crying!

I am never disappointed by Mr. Sparks! Mr. Graham has a very soothing voice too!

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incredible

by far my favorite sparks book. wow. its just indescribable how amazingly perfect it is. ♡

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Cheesy Music

I could have done without the cheesy elevator music, but otherwise, I really enjoyed the audio version.

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All I can say is Kudos to Nicholas Sparks.

As always N. Sparks never disappoints. I loved this story. Please never stop writing stories.

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Beautiful story!

If you could sum up The Choice in three words, what would they be?

Had. Me. FallinLoveAgain.

What other book might you compare The Choice to and why?

Can't compare. I choose my books with different stories.

Which scene was your favorite?

When they finally kiss.

Any additional comments?

Love Nicolas Sparks Books.

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One of His Best even if it isn't already a Movie

Would you consider the audio edition of The Choice to be better than the print version?

I think the audio version did a great job with this one. I have read the paper back, and I think the narrator did a better job with some than I did in my own imagination. This book hasn't been turned in to a movie like some of Spark's other stuff, but I think the audio version brings it to life just perfect!

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

My favorite part is when Gabby meets Stephanie. It makes me laugh because I can relate to being a sarcastic joker.

What about Holter Graham’s performance did you like?

He has great range and does a great job with all the voices. Each have a personality he brings to life!

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

I would take Travis out because he sounds HOT!!

Any additional comments?

I am a Nicholas Spark's Junkie!! This is one of my favorites and my husband and I listen over and over again!!

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Awesome

love it , loved it, huh can't wait for the next book to come out.

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Faith, Hope, Passion and Hope once again

This story is everything I had hoped would have happened in my life... That the love of my life would be healed and wake up. He did not. No happy ending there...

I can say I am deeply grateful for the intense and passionate love we shared...

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