The Choice

The Choice, by Nicholas Sparks, revolves around the implications of seemingly ordinary choices made by veterinarian Travis Parker and his new next-door neighbor Gabrielle Holland, a physician’s assistant.  After an unpromising first meeting, the two end up falling for each other. Already dating someone else, Gabby is faced with the dilemma of whether to stick with longtime boyfriend Kevin, or get involved with Travis. The book is split into two parts. The first part follows her decision-making process and its effects on Travis and Gabby’s lives. Part Two takes place 11 years later when Travis faces a life and death decision following a car accident.

This is a fairly quick read. As with most Nicholas Sparks’ books, this is a romance novel with real-life issues, decisions, and consequences mixed in. Nicholas Sparks is my favorite author, so of course I loved this book. If you enjoy romance-type books with a real-life grounding about them, I think you’ll enjoy this book.

Summer Rental

If you’re looking for a wonderful summer read, give Summer Rental by Mary Kay Andrews a try. I had not read any of her books previously, but I’ll be checking all of them out now!  I LOVED this book.  It’s a fun read. If you’ve ever thought about taking a getaway to the beach with a few of your closest friends and just getting away from it all, you’ll appreciate this book. The three main characters in the book, Ellis, Julia and Dorie, have been best friends since childhood. As they find themselves in their mid-thirties, each at a crossroads in life (and each with their own drama!), they decide that a trip to North Carolina’s Outer Banks is just what they need. You’ll fall in love with the characters, enjoy a little suspense and romance, and take a trip to the beach without ever leaving your comfy chair!  I highly recommend this book. Give it a try and let me know what you think!