His Bright Light : The Story of Nick Traina

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Summary: good but shameful
Review: I am only thirteen years old, but I believe that it is wrong to open up your son's private life to the whole world. People of diversity will read this book, but not all will take it the way that the author is trying to display. It is a book that tells the story of a very accomplished young man but had too many problems to deal with in his life. By making his life story public shows that the author has no respect for his private life. This book is well written, but if I were the mother, I would not have written it in the first place.

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Summary: a mother capitalizing on a tragedy
Review: I have not read this book because I refuse to support D.S.'s making money of the tragic death of Nick. Being just an acquantaince of his, I am still knowledgeable enough to know that Danielle Steel is known to not be there for any of her children, especially Nick. While Nick was struggling though his teen years, she was solving the problem by shipping him off to expensive schools/rehabs... not that she cares since she made the money back by publishing this book. I deeply sympathize with Nick's family and friends for it was truly a great loss for everyone... I just wish that Danielle Steel knew when it was appropriate to respect her son's privacy. Nick's best friend and son of Boz Scaggs, Oscar, recently died of a heroin O.D. Boz and Carmella Scaggs are speaking out about the dangers of herion and our youth that abuse it... I wish Danielle Steel could have used her power to speak out about that in her community instead of ignoring that issue completely.

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Summary: A "must read" for parents and children alike.
Review: "His Bright Light" captivated me from cover to cover. I finished it in one sitting, as I couldn't put it down. I had never read a DS book prior to this and I can't help but to admire her courage to write about such a sensitive issue. This book will open many doors for families with children suffering fom manic depression. Both the writer and all of Nick's family/friends should be commended on their effort. And, Ms. Steele should feel at ease, knowing Nick is in a better place than here. I recommend this book to all who have familiy members or friends suffering from manic depression.

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Summary: why to go d.s.
Review: i have read a lot of books of d.s. every one is outstanding, d.s. you went through alot and i think you did the best of any one could. i'm glad that you shared your personal life with the public, you dont get that with celeb. people. the day you quite writting the day i would be sad, i have over 30 books of yours and enjoy them all. i'm sorry that you lost someone very dear to you. if anybody likes to read then you should get this book.

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Summary: Truely Brillant story: the life of Nick Traina
Review: His Bright Light was the best true story I have read. Danielle takes you into her private life and reveals herself and her family to us in hopes that we will not make the same mistakes in dealing with bi-polar disease. I would definetly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to learn more about this disease and how it affects everyone surrounded by the person suffering. I give a lot of credit to Julie and Danielle for making the best life possible for Nick. My thoughts are with Danielle, her family and the family of Julie.

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Summary: A disturbing page-turner
Review: Danielle Steel proves once again SHE CAN WRITE -words pour from her pen. BUYTHIS BOOK you won't be able tp put it down. Some disturbing things about this book, however: if the author was respectful of Nick's privacy during his life, and therefore didn't read his diaries, how come she quotes them extensively for the entire world to read in this book? And how, in the name of common sense, could she, as a mother well aware of her son's mental illness (and unmentioned heroin addiction) encourage him to become a rock "megastar" when even mentally well people hardly succeed in this field?

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Summary: POWERFUL, IT GRABS YOUR HEART
Review: i thought it was one of the best books that i have ever read. it made me laugh and cry. i have a lot of respect for what D.S. went though. to anyone who wants to read a waonderful book, this is the one.

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Summary: This One Star is Given For Nick.
Review: There are so many negative things to say about this book from how poorly it was written to why this boy died without any BASIC help. But there is not enough space here. I will say that I suffer from both severe depression and anxiety disorder. I received treatment first 9 years ago and each day is like starting over. How sad for him no one understood his illness. It really comes down to this: for someone who has witten so many books, it's a shame that she doesn't read as many. Never trust your life or a child's to other's. If it doesn't feel right---you can bet it isn't!!! Nick's having to die to pay the price of others is excruciatingly painful for me.

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Summary: SAD, TERRIFYING, but AN EXTREMELY AWESOME BOOK!!
Review: I'm not much of a reader and this is the first Danielle Steel book i have read--and the very best book i have ever read!! His Bright Light was well written and in great detail. I enjoyed reading this book even if-most of the time i cried. I can't even begin to say how deeply this book touched me and made me see things differently. I am glad i read it and will never forget about what Nick Traina went through mentally and spiritually. I loved this book so much. Thank you Danielle Steel for being strong enough and writing such an awesome book!!! Anyone, who has the chance should read His Bright Light.

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Summary: Wonderful, Touching, Most incredible, heart wrenching book.
Review: I have been reading Danielle Steel for years. She is one of my favorite authors. But this book takes you to a whole new plane. I have more respect and admiration for Mrs. Steel then I have ever had for anyone. This book take you from laughter to tears. From admiration to complete amazement. This is a book you can't put down.