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Where the River Ends

Charles Martin
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Where the River Ends

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

Book Brief

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Charles Martin

Where the River Ends

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Where the River Ends by Charles Martin tells the story of a devoted husband and his terminally ill wife embarking on a poignant journey along the St. Marys River. The couple navigates the challenges of illness, love, and loss while fulfilling the wife's dream of a meaningful, final adventure together.

Emotional

Romantic

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.4

14,009 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Where the River Ends by Charles Martin is a poignant tale praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the heartfelt depiction of love and resilience. However, some critiques highlight a predictable plot and occasional melodrama. Overall, it resonates with those who enjoy character-driven stories of enduring relationships.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Where the River Ends?

Readers who enjoy Where the River Ends by Charles Martin likely appreciate emotionally rich narratives, poignant love stories, and adventures of personal growth. Fans of Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook and Richard Paul Evans' The Walk will find this tale's blend of romance and resilience appealing.

4.4

14,009 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 2000s

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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