The Bridge

A Novel

By: Karen Kingsbury

Narrated by: January LaVoy

Length: 4 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

From the New York Times best-selling author of Someone Like You, Karen Kingsbury's heartwarming story about two couples, love lost and found, and the miracle that saved a bookstore is also the basis for a Hallmark Channel movie.

Number one New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury has written a modern-day classic with this unforgettable love story set against the struggle of the American bookstore.

Molly Allen lives alone in Portland, but she left her heart back in Tennessee when she walked away from Ryan five years ago. They had a rare sort of love she hasn’t found since. Ryan Kelly lives in Nashville after a broken engagement and several years on the road touring with a country music duo. Sometimes when he’s lonely, he visits The Bridge - the oldest bookstore in historic downtown Franklin - and remembers the hours he and Molly once spent there.

For over four decades, Charlie and Donna Barton have run The Bridge, providing customers with coffee, conversation, and shelves of classics - even through dismal sales and the rise of digital books. Then the hundred-year flood sweeps through Franklin and destroys everything. The bank is about to pull the store’s lease when tragedy strikes. Can two generations of readers rally together to save The Bridge? And is it possible that an unforgettable love might lead to the miracle of a second chance?

©2012 Karen Kingsbury (P)2012 Simon & Schuster, Inc

loved it!

...didn't want to wait until Christmas 2016 to find out what happened to Molly , Ryan & The Bridge

Great book but voices were lacking.

The book itself is great and the reading talent is good until she portrays the voices in the dialog. The voices have a strong hick accent that is not at all accurate for the people of Mississippi or the character.

Enjoyable

I found "The Bridge" to be quite an enjoyable addition to my collection. Having read many Karen Kingsbury books, it was a bit predictable. I still liked it though. Much better than the Hallmark movie.

wow!

A very Hallmark movie waiting to happen! Excellent voice work, not my typical type of book, but gets points for bring short and sweet. though now I have to get a cavity filled! lol.

heart warming, make you smile book

What did you love best about The Bridge?

This book was a pleasant surprise. I have "read" most of Karen Kingsbury's books and this is one of my favorites. The characters are well developed and I could relate to each one is some way. The book quickly draws you in and keeps you involved in these peoples lives. I am waiting for the next one in this series. I hope Karen writes it soon. Can't wait.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Maybe Charlie. I love how generous he is and how he focuses on people not money. His business way successful inspite of this focus.

Any additional comments?

The prequel is worth the listen, either before of after this book.

Enjoyed this book very much.

Very nice story. Thought I would read the book before it is a Hallmark movie during the holidays.

Second chances giving hope

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

hopeful, faith & kindness

Who was your favorite character and why?

Charlie b/c he cared so deeply about those around him and wouldn't give up

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

yes

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

When Charlie realized he didn't want to die, and he cried out to God

Awesome as always

Awesome. Mrs Kingsbury you are a wonderful storyteller, gifted and blessing to all who read your books. Thank God for you!

Heartfelt

This is a wonderful heart felt story. A delightfully wholesome romance inspiring the hope of love as well as second chances.

Cry and laugh at the same time

Ms Kingsbury's books ALWAYS make me cry. I believe in hope, love, and miracles. I've read most of her series books plus some of the stand alone. I don't remember how I got into her world but I am so thankful I did. Thank you for your imagination!