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Three women arrive at the local airport, observed by Josh, a Nantucket native home from college for the summer. Burdened with small children, unwieldy straw hats, and some obvious emotional issues, the women-- two sisters and one friend--make their way to the sisters' tiny cottage, inherited from an aunt. They're all trying to escape from something: Melanie, after seven failed in-vitro attempts, learned her husband was having an affair, and then discovered she's pregnant; Brenda embarked on a passionate affair with an older student that got her fired from her prestigious job as a professor in New York; and her sister Vicki, mother to two small boys, has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Soon Josh is part of the chaotic household, acting as babysitter, confidant, and, eventually, lover.
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Betsy W. (
9 member(s) found this review helpful.
Great story, altho I didn't like any of the ladies when I first started reading. They all seemed so whiny. But as you learn their stories, and get to know them, they become real people. I'll definitely look for more of Ms. Hilderbrand's books.
6 member(s) found this review helpful.
First book I have ever read by this author. I enjoyed this book. It made me laugh & cry. The sisters & friends in this book. Had so much in life to deal with. I found myself pulling for these woman. I also think the male babysitter Josh added alot to the book also. I plan on reading more by this author.
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
I was amazed how quickly I tore through the first 100 pages. The author does a great job quickly introducing the main characters and the main theme. It drew you in and made you want to learn more about the story.
My only disappointment was the ending. I don't want to say too much but I thought it could have been written better.
I am looking forward to reading another title by Elin Hilderbrand.
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
THis book was great. I laughed and cried with each turn of the pages.
Ellen L. (
4 member(s) found this review helpful.
I really liked this story. I am not a what you call a fast reader. However, I read this book in 4 days and it is over 400 pages long. I also like the author's writing style. I guarantee that you will not be bored with this book.
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
Barefoot was a story about friendships, family, love and death that touches all of us in different ways. My emotions were all over the board while reading this story. Compelling characters pulled me in so much that I couldn't put the book down!
Elizabeth (
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
At first I trouble getting into this book, very slow start. But after a chapter or two I couldn't put the book down and finished it in one night!!! Great characters and intertwined storyline. Touching story.
Victoria M. (
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
Just okay - didn't love it - didn't hate it - just thought that it was okay. Would be good summer reading on the beach.
Erica H. (
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
It was difficult for me to put this down and even more difficult to accept that it was over! I thought the writing was done very well, and the complex story involving all of the different characters was compelling. It was a feel-good story, despite the sadness and trials that each character goes through. The unique relationships and bonds that each character forms throughout the story kept the narrative moving forward. I was able to read through it very quickly, even though it was a fairly sizeable story. Definitely recommend.
1 member(s) found this review helpful.
I had never read anything by Elin Hilderbrand. This was a great read! The three women and a fourth character kept the anticipation going. They all had great stories going but not too much information to make it a more indepth read.
A fun book to read!
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I loved this book - the setting, the characters, the contemporary issues we all deal with. Once I finished the book, I was sad to not have the characters in my life anymore!
I read this book just as spring was showing its last legs and summer was just beginning to creep in an it put me in that perfect state of mind for a summer getaway. It is a wonderful book that makes you feel like you are with the women on thier trip, expieriencing the things they go through right along with them. It is a very intimate look at the three womens lives, two are sisters with life altering problems, and one is a best friend.
Christine D. (Cute story, easy to read. Would make the PERFECT book for reading on vacation. I liked it!
ENJOYABLE fast read. Poignant story that takes place on the island of Nantucket one summer with wonderfully developed characters.
A good read. Some parts were a little slow. A good story!
Great book about three women whose lives change over one summer.
Not the ending I expected, but a great quick read, leaves you wanting more.
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