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Once in a generation a novel comes along that taps a vein of universal human experience, resonating with readers of all ages. THE LOVELY BONES is such a book -- a #1 bestseller celebrated at once for its artistry, for its luminous clarity of emotion, and for its astonishing power to lay claim to the hearts of millions of readers around the world.
"My name was Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was fourteen when I was murdered on December 6, 1973."
So begins the story of Susie Salmon, who is adjusting to her new home in heaven, a place that is not at all what she expected, even as she is watching life on earth continue without her -- her friends trading rumors about her disappearance, her killer trying to cover his tracks, her grief-stricken family unraveling. Out of unspeakable tragedy and loss, THE LOVELY BONES succeeds, miraculously, in building a tale filled with hope, humor, suspense, even joy.
"My name was Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was fourteen when I was murdered on December 6, 1973."
So begins the story of Susie Salmon, who is adjusting to her new home in heaven, a place that is not at all what she expected, even as she is watching life on earth continue without her -- her friends trading rumors about her disappearance, her killer trying to cover his tracks, her grief-stricken family unraveling. Out of unspeakable tragedy and loss, THE LOVELY BONES succeeds, miraculously, in building a tale filled with hope, humor, suspense, even joy.
- Format: Hardcover
- Author: Sebold, Alice
- ISBN: 9780316666343
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 8.52 x 1.12
- Number Of Pages: 336
- Publication Year: 2002
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Rui B. - 5 years 10 months agoSusie, a young girl who was murdered, watches from heaven the aftermath of her death shaping the identity and futures of others over the years. Her murder causes ripples, stemming from her family out to her community, even affecting those she has never met. Every character is given a story, details about their lives and personalities, and unique ways in which Susie's death changed them. This is a story about family, love, growing older, alienation, and overcoming grief. I READ IT IN ONE DAY. I was most fascinated by the access we were given to the psyche of every character including the killer, Mr. Harvey. The story is seamless until we get to the ending, which I have to admit, was a little bit ridiculous. Overall, it was a worthwhile read. #RequiredReading