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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
Contemporary Contemporary Romance Family Life Fiction Genre Fiction Romance Small Town & Rural Women's Fiction Heartfelt Feel-Good

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

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Wow

The Choice is by far Nicholas Sparks' best book. I have listened to several, enjoying most. I was so into this book and the story, I couldn't believe it. Parts were a little dragged out but I realized I didn't mind since it prolonged the enjoyment of the book. If you like relationship books, it's a great listen. I highly recommend it. BTW, I've never taken the time to review any book before but this one was worth it.

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Great Book

Loved the book. It had many surprises and I would highly recommend it. Mr. Sparks has created another great book.

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Not the best

Not the best of Nicholas Sparks books..interesting story bit too many details that just dragged on and on..I had a hard time listening to the narrator too..overall it was an ok book

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Simply wonderful

Sparks never ceases to amaze me with his ability to connect the smallest details to become the bigger picture. The narration was good, somehow giving me a visual clarity with just the right tone. Loved it!!

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Excellant

I love Nicholas Sparks. His books have all been outstanding. Excellant writer, excellant narrator.

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Loved it!

I very much enjoyed listening to Travis and Gabby's story unfold and couldn't wait to keep listening!! Kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time.

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not a book I'd listen to twice

after chapter 14 it just moved too slowly. I had to keep turning it off then restart it from boredom.

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Easily predictable story with no real progression.

Easily predictable story with no real progression over time.

the introduction to the characters is what we see them as at the end of the story. This is a problem for a book based entirely on personal and character development.

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An emotional roller coaster

All Nicholas Sparks books are good. Some have action, some have the villain Who inevitably gets his due, and some like The Choice take the reader from happy to sad to happy. It's a book filled with smiles and tears and decisions no loving spouse should ever have to make.

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Another great love story

I really enjoyed Nicholas Sparks books. This one has a different twist to it. Still extremely enjoyable. Great story.

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