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Chop, Chop #6
Gone
Book Six in the CHOP, CHOP series takes place more than twenty years after David and Laci decide to move back to Mexico.
A lot has happened during those years, but readers only catch glimpses of them now. The events that unfold during the elapsed time between THE OTHER MOTHERS and GONE will be revealed later in Book 8 - ALONE . . . GONE is about the here and now.
It's a book about devastating news. It's a book about choosing to trust God even when you know things aren't going to go your way.
It's a book about saying goodbye.
A lot has happened during those years, but readers only catch glimpses of them now. The events that unfold during the elapsed time between THE OTHER MOTHERS and GONE will be revealed later in Book 8 - ALONE . . . GONE is about the here and now.
It's a book about devastating news. It's a book about choosing to trust God even when you know things aren't going to go your way.
It's a book about saying goodbye.
196 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 11, 2011
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October 1, 2013
I think it's fair to say that L. N. Cronk is not afraid of difficult subjects. She makes us love her characters. And in this heartbreaking book she makes us say goodbye. But she deals with pain with a deft hand, so that there is light in the dark, I'm 72% of the way through this book, so I don't know how it's going to end. Only that it IS going to end. The characters are so human, so real.
Ok, I've finished. And this one cracked me. This one brought tears to my eyes. Heartbreaking, and hauntingly beautiful. Not to mention beautifully written. I cannot imagine anyone dealing with this subject better. And, somehow, she also managed to take some of the fear out of it. Many congratulations L. N. Cronk. This is art.
Ok, I've finished. And this one cracked me. This one brought tears to my eyes. Heartbreaking, and hauntingly beautiful. Not to mention beautifully written. I cannot imagine anyone dealing with this subject better. And, somehow, she also managed to take some of the fear out of it. Many congratulations L. N. Cronk. This is art.
April 5, 2012
I finished this book yesterday while traveling, the good news was it made the travel go by much faster, the bad news was I was crying so much people had to wonder what was up.
This is the last book told by David in LN Cronk's Chop Chop series.
The good news is she is writing 2 more from other people's point of view.
I LOVED this book, now agreed there was lots of questions that went unanswered - like when did they go from 2 (3) children to 6. Did they ever reconnect with Amber?
I was taken aback when I started it to see how many years I had missed between the Other Mothers and Gone, but I quickly got over it as I got sucked into this great book.
It has been determined that David has early-onset Alzheimer's disease. This is David's story(and of course Laci's,and Tanners) through this disease. I thought the author did an amazing job of writing this. Now I do not (thank goodness) have any experience with this disease but what they went through really makes me pray for those who have loved ones with this.
I highly recommend you read all 6 of these books, while waiting for the final 2 to come out!
This is the last book told by David in LN Cronk's Chop Chop series.
The good news is she is writing 2 more from other people's point of view.
I LOVED this book, now agreed there was lots of questions that went unanswered - like when did they go from 2 (3) children to 6. Did they ever reconnect with Amber?
I was taken aback when I started it to see how many years I had missed between the Other Mothers and Gone, but I quickly got over it as I got sucked into this great book.
It has been determined that David has early-onset Alzheimer's disease. This is David's story(and of course Laci's,and Tanners) through this disease. I thought the author did an amazing job of writing this. Now I do not (thank goodness) have any experience with this disease but what they went through really makes me pray for those who have loved ones with this.
I highly recommend you read all 6 of these books, while waiting for the final 2 to come out!
April 17, 2017
As I'm writing this tears are still on my cheeks. I am shredded. I am without words to adequately express how I feel right now. I am blown away.
I have read every one of the books in the series thus far and feel David is a part of my family. I loved him. Loved Laci and Tanner and the whole gang. This is a very special and heart wrenching book. I loved it and have enjoyed this whole series. Now, when I regroup I'll go on to the next book.
I have read every one of the books in the series thus far and feel David is a part of my family. I loved him. Loved Laci and Tanner and the whole gang. This is a very special and heart wrenching book. I loved it and have enjoyed this whole series. Now, when I regroup I'll go on to the next book.
July 4, 2013
I still love this series, but as with anyone that you fall in love with and they pass on a part of your heart has gone with them. I couldn't imagine what David was going through or the ones around him, but it is the trust you have with God that will get you threw anything. On to book 7.
September 25, 2012
I cried the entire way thru this book. It was really well written and as you can tell I am so connected with the characters. Enjoy! Another great read!
November 3, 2014
I wept like a baby.
September 13, 2014
Two more to go
like I've said, I'm hooked..will continue to read what's the answers to lots of questions. I have enjoyed the chop-chop series
like I've said, I'm hooked..will continue to read what's the answers to lots of questions. I have enjoyed the chop-chop series
February 7, 2013
I finished this book yesterday while traveling, the good news was it made the travel go by much faster, the bad news was I was crying so much people had to wonder what was up.
This is the last book told by David in LN Cronk's Chop Chop series.
The good news is she is writing 2 more from other people's point of view.
I LOVED this book, now agreed there was lots of questions that went unanswered - like when did they go from 2 (3) children to 6. Did they ever reconnect with Amber?
I was taken aback when I started it to see how many years I had missed between the Other Mothers and Gone, but I quickly got over it as I got sucked into this great book.
It has been determined that David has early-onset Alzheimer's disease. This is David's story(and of course Laci's,and Tanners) through this disease. I thought the author did an amazing job of writing this. Now I do not (thank goodness) have any experience with this disease but what they went through really makes me pray for those who have loved ones with this.
I highly recommend you read all 6 of these books, while waiting for the final 2 to come out!
This is the last book told by David in LN Cronk's Chop Chop series.
The good news is she is writing 2 more from other people's point of view.
I LOVED this book, now agreed there was lots of questions that went unanswered - like when did they go from 2 (3) children to 6. Did they ever reconnect with Amber?
I was taken aback when I started it to see how many years I had missed between the Other Mothers and Gone, but I quickly got over it as I got sucked into this great book.
It has been determined that David has early-onset Alzheimer's disease. This is David's story(and of course Laci's,and Tanners) through this disease. I thought the author did an amazing job of writing this. Now I do not (thank goodness) have any experience with this disease but what they went through really makes me pray for those who have loved ones with this.
I highly recommend you read all 6 of these books, while waiting for the final 2 to come out!
March 14, 2013
Five stars to the whole series (well, at least the first 6 so far...). As a hopeless romantic, I loved reading about these main characters starting out as children and growing into grandparents and all the people in their lives. Everything they dealt with was realistic. Death, God, growing pains, forgiveness, murder, marriages, sacrifice, miscarriages, justice, reunion, sickness, ultimate true love, children, friendship, and again death. Everything circled back around and feels complete after finishing "Gone". The writing was simple, but that is a compliment in this case. Their realism made identifying with them very easy. My eyes were opened to many things; to what is possible, to real love, to God's plans. I almost don't want to read 7 & 8...but I will.
September 5, 2012
Ouch. This book hurt. I am so sad that David is gone. I have grown so attached to him reading this series, I was just so sad. His death struck me so hard. Having experienced loved ones with dementia, I feel like I could really relate to this book, but hearing the story from David's point of view was just neat.
I am very interested in hearing what happened in the 20 years between this book and The Other Mothers. How did David and Laci get all the other kids, what are those stories? What a wonderful book!
I am very interested in hearing what happened in the 20 years between this book and The Other Mothers. How did David and Laci get all the other kids, what are those stories? What a wonderful book!
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March 23, 2012
I hate to give this one a 3, but I didn't love it like the others. I suppose it's life and I do appreciate that the stories are one's that people can relate to, but this one is pretty depressing! I hated to read what was happening, even though it was still good. I am assuming the other 2 books mentioned aren't out yet as I can't find them anywhere! I can't wait to read more and hope it happens!
October 14, 2013
This book was good but upset me lil because it jumped 20 years into the future and only gave a glimpse of what had happened during that time span. i was mad cus i was like "whaaa they got amber back and had more kids, how the hell she go skip all of that and jump to the end" i was ready to go off half cocked until the end note!!! Thx LN for the inevitable surprise once again you never fail to twist.
December 29, 2012
I finished this book just now and I cannot wait till I can afford to get the next book! It helps you get through some tough times yourself as well as feel as though you are right there with Dave , Laci and Tanner. I was worried about how this book would end because you know what is going to happen and you think the worst will happen but the author has made the end perfect! I love all of the books so far and recommend them to all.
January 8, 2018
I just read this book for the second time, and it was as good the second time around as it was the first! I shed more than a few tears, and it's such a compelling, tender, and sorrowful read that it's one of my favorites in this series. Of all Cronk's characters, my two favorites are David and Tanner, too, so this helped make it a favorite. Cronk is a wonderful storyteller, and I'm always surprises whenever others haven't heard of her or her books.
May 25, 2014
This book tackled the hard fought battles a family faces when one of its members has Alzheimer’s. It shows the heartbreak, joy and pain of dealing with someone with this disease. The book is definitely emotional, yet wraps up Laci and David’s story. It is different than the previous books, but was perfect for where it is in the series. Good job on the series and I definitely plan on finishing the series.
March 19, 2012
I liked this book better than the last one, it felt like being back to square one only that we already knew the characters and their attitudes about life were already built. If there's a book to talk about love no matter what the circumstances are, this is it. Perfect way to "end up" the series, though I'm anxiously waiting for the next two books.
April 10, 2012
Not just for teenagers! This one takes the characters right up to my age group. Some of the struggles are MORE than relevate to my life and the lives of my family and friends. Can not recommend this series enough! Will be hard to wait for next two books. God is working in this authors life in such a strong and powerful way. May God bless you LN Cronk.
May 19, 2013
As a pastor AND someone dealing with memory "issues", I feel this is a book that MUST BE READ by pastors, family and every person who is scared of old age and the inevitabilty of death.
Alzeimers is one of the cruelist illnesses we deal with in this society. I love the way that the author faces it squarely and pulls no punches. The whole series is fantastic, but this one hits home for me.
Alzeimers is one of the cruelist illnesses we deal with in this society. I love the way that the author faces it squarely and pulls no punches. The whole series is fantastic, but this one hits home for me.
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December 1, 2015
Just can't help but wonder if the author wrote Gone as a loved one who experienced Alzheimer s and wrote in love and tribute. Would have been good to have known more of David and Laci's lives during the 20 years that were jumped.
All in all a strong representation of Christian faith in everyday life. I truly enjoyed how the author develops her characters.
All in all a strong representation of Christian faith in everyday life. I truly enjoyed how the author develops her characters.
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May 20, 2012Amazing series! I will never forget it! The best! Could read it over and over agian! Great for Christians like me. Everyone should read it! SUPER FUNNY SERIES! This boo in particular is a little sad, but super good.
April 14, 2015
Gone but not really
What can I possibly say here? The most moving of them all. The conclusion (sort of) of this series impacted me in many ways. Having become invested in the lives of David and Laci - their life of love and commitment are inspiring. A beautiful love story.
What can I possibly say here? The most moving of them all. The conclusion (sort of) of this series impacted me in many ways. Having become invested in the lives of David and Laci - their life of love and commitment are inspiring. A beautiful love story.
March 30, 2016
I have no words
Again, I am blown away by Ms. Cronk's ability to pull one into a story. I keep thinking about all of the books leading to this one. And I look forward to the remaining books in the series.
Again, I am blown away by Ms. Cronk's ability to pull one into a story. I keep thinking about all of the books leading to this one. And I look forward to the remaining books in the series.
May 26, 2012
The best!
August 22, 2012
Amazing--this book was both heart-wrenching and uplifting at the same time. I do wish they'd fix the typos on kindle, though. I love that the story doesn't end here, either.
December 27, 2012
This series were so good. I could not put these books down. Very good story line and made you want to keep reading all 7 books. I cannot wait for book 8 to be released.
February 20, 2013
L. N. Cronk has made me fall in love with each and every character in this series. Every book has portrayed a christian message that touches the heart.
June 9, 2013
Great book but sad ending. I can't wait to read the next book!
August 4, 2013
great read
July 25, 2013
How many ways can I say I love these books!
September 19, 2013
I loved this look at alzheimers from the patients point of view. Heartbreaking at times, it was another great book in a great series.
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