R E K. (bigstone) - , reviewed on 1/19/2013 + 1438 more book reviews

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Having read several books by this author, I have to say that this was my favorite. It's a love story that lasts a lifetime. Both Florentino and Fermina lead other lives after a brief fling during their youth. Florentino becomes frightened of the passionate Fermina and marries a wealthy, well-born doctor who becomes loved and highly respected by all he knows, including Fermina. Fermina's view of Florentino lasts throughout his life. A romantic who reserves his heart for Florentino, he loves women of all ages, having 622 affairs during his life. Howwever, only some of the affairs are outlined in this novel. As I thought about the time it takes to develop an affair I couldn't help wondering how anyone could have time for so many. Anyway, life goes on and the story unfolds.

When Florentio's husband dies at last, Fermina begins to court the woman who stole his heart almost sixty years ago. The book has its dark moments as well as its shining ones but these two individuals discover that they can share a passion long past their youth. I laughed at times and almost cried at others but I did find it a fascinating read. I enjoyed this read but recognize that it may not be for everyone.

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