Yes. I am a fan of James Patterson. Not because of his crime series. Not because of literary forms. It is because, no matter how hard I try, I am still a matronic reader. I invest tears in a book, especially if it is a story worth crying for.Call this corny or cheesy or plain stupid, I wouldn't care. I cried in coffee shops, in libraries, in quiet rooms, and most especially, in my bedroom where it all lingered. And in this take, we see how special love transcends from one generation to another.

Oh I just could not stand it! If I could have given it zero stars I would have! I am not a big fan of overally emotional books, where you feel manipulated by the author in order to have a certain reaction. I just felt like the whole story was over-the-top. Too much. I love books and when I purchase a book (which isn't often, I usually get them from the library) I keep it. I disliked this book so much that I couldn't stand to have it on my bookshelf. I donated it to a charity. In a nutshell: unre...

”Please don’t shut out love- it’s the best thing about life.” The world works in mysterious ways, friends. And I believe in that saying now more than ever.I say this because I do not understand how any agent, editor, or publisher would allow such an abominably written book to be published. Jennifer has always had a close relationship with her grandmother, Sam. So, when Sam falls into a coma after a freak accident, Jennifer rushes to be by her side. While there she discovers a bundle of letter

The story of a grown woman who feels she has lost everything in her life. her best friend; her grandmother just fell into a coma while the love of her life died a couple years back, partly because it was her fault. She spends restless days within the shadow of blame and regret towards herself while the anouncment of her grandmothers condition is discovered. The grandmother, sam, has left her letters in order to let her understand things in her life that no one else has. She begins to understand

There is something about a guilty pleasure book -- a quick read that is entirely predictable but still tugs at your heartstrings. This is how I would classify Sam's Letters to Jennifer.I was a bit skeptical about reading this book, considering I had read Sundays at Tiffany's earlier this year and was wasn't too impressed with it. But, the dust jacket intrigued me, and I could tell it'd be a quick read like Sundays at Tiffany's, so I gave it a shot.Being a Minnesotan, I really enjoyed how the boo...

Jennifer was summoned back to her hometown where she was raised by her grandmother. Her grandmother Samantha, took very ill with a heart attack and is in a coma in the hospital.When Jennifer arrives home there, she discovers a pack of letters which have been addressed specifically to her by Sam. In every letter, her grandma reveals many sad memories of her past. She speaks of her late husband Charles, who beat her over the years, and the affair she had been carrying on the side with a man, Doc,

I happened upon this book when I needed something to read and it was readily available on overdrive. I also wanted something light and easy as I had just finished the Goldfinch and the Nightingale... and my poor heart could not handle any more weight. I probably should have researched this a little more because it was not light at all, but it was a very easy read. A classic case of judging a book by its cover, or in my case, its title. The relationship between Jennifer and Sam was beautiful. Sam...

Another excellent novel from Patterson. He's a writing machine.

If immorality and infidelity are your thing, this book is for you. The whole basis of the story is an unhappy woman who has a secret affair for years and after her husband dies, she marries him, secretly. Sam writes letters to her granddaughter, Jennifer, and details the relationship. My problem with it is that the author glamorized the relationship, like she was to be admired because she didn't leave her husband. The best part of the book is this quote: "For a long time it had seemed to me that...

This emotionally driven story will take you on highs and lows and leave you breathless. It conveys the beauty and power I love, new beginnings and second chances. Love never dies.

I read this book because I kept hearing that it's similar to the novels of one of my favorite authors, Nicholas Sparks. However, after reading it, although I guess I can see where that comparison came to mind, I just can't bear the thought of putting this book in the same category as The Notebook and The Choice. What I appreciate about Sparks' work is that it's poetic and romantic without being pretentious or overly wordy. This was my first experience reading Patterson's work, and while the stor...

A quick, easy read, with a lot of drama and no padding. I think this style suits thrillers better than romance.

Beautiful story about hope, faith and the great victory of true love

This book was the sole reason I started to read books on a daily basis. I used to hate to read until I was given this book. I read it in one day and cried through the entire story. I lived with and took care of my Mommom for 4 1/2 years while she was sick. Mommom was my best friend in the whole world. This book touched every crevice of my heart and soul. The relationship that Sam and Jennifer had, was one similar to my Mommom and me. I felt the loss and pain and heartache that Jennifer felt as i...

Reminds me of Walk to Remember, which soaked many tissues at the time. "Love never dies", so if the loved one is dying, have affairs, consummate quick, and fatal illnesses will be cured. Babies are happy ever afters. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phoEev...Sam, grandmother Samantha, in coma, left letters for Jen about her secret affair with Doc (nickname). I don't like affairs, and even more dislike fiction that glorifies such betrayal and dishonesty. When Sam falls into a coma, the narrator rea...

Wow what a amazing and beautiful story! James Patterson never let's me down with his writing! A must read for sure considering I finished it in 3 hours!