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Summary: All the Picoult ingredients
Review: Picoult's most recent work has all the ingredients that make up her novels: many characters, those who shouldn't be falling in love falling in love with each other, a little bit of conflict, and of course the climactic court case.Picture it: a man just recently released from a wrongful prison sentence enters the sleepy town of Salem Falls to start anew. Enter a woman he falls for, the teen age girl that falls for him, and trouble ensues. Many of the turns to this novel are predictable: the townspeople reaction to Jack, Addie letting go of her daughter, Jordan and Selena, etc. There was some foreshadowing of things not spelled out, such as the relationship with Gillian and her father Amos. Being somewhat educated in the area of Wicca, I felt that Picoult gave this religion a fair representation.
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Summary: Another terrific book by Jodi
Review: I am becoming a real fan of Jodi Picoult. Her style of writing grabs you on the first page and continues to hold your attention until the very last page. I enjoy the stories and getting to "know" the people. This story was about true love and devotion in spite of all "odds". It was a quick read, couldn't put it down---as is the same with all her books.
Another great book by an outstanding author.
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Summary: Mysterious Ending
Review: I did not understand the ending of this book. Did it infer that incest was going on ? Why were there so many exclusive father- daughter relationships? I think Jodi Picoult failed to adequately explain the DNA findings (especially the origin of the semen) for the ending to work.
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Summary: The End?
Review: This book was a great read, until the last chapter. Before gettting there, I did not like the doubts thrown in about Jack, after we were lead by the author to believe in him. The ending is horrible, not because of anything horrible that happened, but because it is not clear. You are left with an IDEA that MAYBE you understand. Maybe some readers like this, for me, it diminishes the experience of the book. I don't want to "make up my own ending". I can do that by reading half a book. I've asked others what they thought the ending meant but I can't find anyone who has read it. I'm just chalking this one up to a loss of about six hours of my life and keeping the writer and her style in mind as things to avoid in the future.
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Summary: Dark, Dangerous, and Disturbing
Review: Jodi Picoult has created a most realistic story detailing the aftermath of a man convicted of raping a young woman, and a community's reaction to learn that this man has decided to settle in their town. Jack has just been released from prision, as has taken a minimum wage position at a diner following his arrival in Salem Falls. He's expecting the fall out and hatred from the community, but not the love he finds in his new boss... This is anything but a superficial story. Picoult delves into complex issues concerning trust and predjudice, the guilt that can overshadow a man who has merely been accused of rape, the complexities of the lives of teenage girls, and the trauma that accompanies sexual abuse. The author effectively supports both sides of Megan's Law, and gives us insight and understanding into all sides of a no win situation. If you're looking for some light reading, this novel is not the best choice to pick up. I was, however, mesmerized. Caught in Salem Falls late into the night, unable to set it down.
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Summary: Another winner by Jodi...
Review: Salem Falls is yet another great work by Jodi Piccoult. Her magical storytelling ability doesn't fail to bring yet another story and another set of wonderful characters to life. Set in the small town of Salem Falls, New Hampshire this story is a lesson in people. We come to know and love Jack and Addie and Roy, and come to loathe other characters. Her development of them is exceptional, and truly enjoyable. The story has wonderful twists and turns keeping you guessing the entire length of the book. Just as you begin to believe one thing, something happens to turn that upside down as well. If you enjoy Jodi Piccoult's novels, or enjoy wonderful suspense with great character development, Salem Falls is a great novel for you. Once you pick it up, you won't be able to put it back down. Enjoy!
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Summary: Well, I Certainly Think You Should Give This One a Try!
Review: The book gets off to a slow start, but when the pieces start to fit together, you can't put it down. I especially loved the trial. My eyes crossed a little when they got to the DNA explanations, but it could've been that I was scanning ahead for the verdict. The ending was a little abrupt, but mostly all right. You'll really love it!
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Summary: Good Summer Read
Review: This book will keep you turning the pages. The body of the story is well composed. The closing seemed a bit rushed but overall it reads smooth and flows together nicely. It makes you want to read her others!
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Summary: Wonderful!
Review: This is the first book that I have read by Jodi Picoult. It was fantastic, so the other books must be just as good and better, according to some peoples reviews. I found this to be a suspenseful book, a real page turner. I could NOT put it down. I was up for six hours reading till the end. It is a pretty quick read, but the story moves along nicely. The relationship between Jack and Addie is a bonus to this otherwise courtroom based drama. There are just two things wrong with this book. First of all, it is unrealistic in some points. Jack must be a very handsome man to be attracting all of these teenage girls. First Catherine and now Gillian. That is highly unlikely. Also, the story is not wrapped up. I wish we could of found out what happened to Jack and Addie (marriage?? romance??) and to Gillian. Otherwise a great book! Must read! This book would make a great movie!
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Summary: Too much like Alice Hoffman
Review: With the implausible witchcraft stuff, it seems like Jodi is trying to be another Alice Hoffman with the otherworldness. So far, The Pact continues to be my favorite Picoult book. I have gone on to read others but by far that is the best!!! Keep trying Jodi!!!
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