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October Baby
A novelization of the acclaimed film that broke the box office top ten even in limited release, October Baby tells the inspiring story of college student Hannah whose increasing anxiety and sudden collapse point to the surprising circumstances of her birth. Hannah soon learns from her parents she was adopted and is the survivor of a failed abortion attempt.
Bewildered, angry, and confused, Hannah turns for support to her oldest friend, Jason. Encouraged by his adventurous spirit, she joins his friends on a road trip, embarking on a journey to discover her hidden past and find hope for the unknown future.
Along the way, Hannah finds that every life is beautiful, and that life can be so much more than what we might have planned.
Bewildered, angry, and confused, Hannah turns for support to her oldest friend, Jason. Encouraged by his adventurous spirit, she joins his friends on a road trip, embarking on a journey to discover her hidden past and find hope for the unknown future.
Along the way, Hannah finds that every life is beautiful, and that life can be so much more than what we might have planned.
291 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2012
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About the author
Eric Wilson
134 books465 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name. See this thread for more information.
Eric Wilson is a retired NY Times bestselling author with 21 published books in over a dozen languages. He wrote fiction (suspense, mystery, supernatural), film novelizations, and nonfiction (biography, memoir, travel).
Eric's books, in order of publication:
Shattered Nerves
(unpublished--written in high school)
Something Suspicious in Bear Flag
(unpublished--written in college)
Dark to Mortal Eyes
Expiration Date
The Best of Evil
A Shred of Truth
Facing the Giants
Flywheel
Fireproof
Field of Blood
Haunt of Jackals
Valley of Bones
One Step Away
Two Seconds Late
Three Fatal Blows (cancelled)
October Baby
The Eagle's Nest (cancelled)
Amelia's Last Secret
Alice Goes the Way of the Maya
Taming the Beast: The Untold Story of Team Tyson
Minutes Before Midnight (cancelled)
Samson
From Chains to Change
American Leftovers
What Are You Going to Do?
Confessions of a Former Prosecutor
Come Back Stronger (date not set)
Through the Storms We Faced (never found publisher)
Eric Wilson is a retired NY Times bestselling author with 21 published books in over a dozen languages. He wrote fiction (suspense, mystery, supernatural), film novelizations, and nonfiction (biography, memoir, travel).
Eric's books, in order of publication:
Shattered Nerves
(unpublished--written in high school)
Something Suspicious in Bear Flag
(unpublished--written in college)
Dark to Mortal Eyes
Expiration Date
The Best of Evil
A Shred of Truth
Facing the Giants
Flywheel
Fireproof
Field of Blood
Haunt of Jackals
Valley of Bones
One Step Away
Two Seconds Late
Three Fatal Blows (cancelled)
October Baby
The Eagle's Nest (cancelled)
Amelia's Last Secret
Alice Goes the Way of the Maya
Taming the Beast: The Untold Story of Team Tyson
Minutes Before Midnight (cancelled)
Samson
From Chains to Change
American Leftovers
What Are You Going to Do?
Confessions of a Former Prosecutor
Come Back Stronger (date not set)
Through the Storms We Faced (never found publisher)
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January 8, 2024
Okay... I really enjoyed that and Wow! The movie has so much more depth to it now, and I need to rewatch it!
I grew up watching October Baby about once a month with my older sister, who loves it! So, to expand the story and see what was going on all around was so cool!
Characters:
We have the same characters from the movie, Hannah being the main character but we get to dive into their heads learning more about Jason, Truman, Alana, and everyone else in the movie and making so much sense of their actions.
Themes:
That every life is important and that love is truly thicker than blood.
Language:
N/A
Romance:
Yes, a little, and it's just as sweet l, if not sweeter than the movie!
Overall:
I honestly loved the extra scenes. I always went into the book expecting some of the writing to be different because this is a movie script that was then turned into a book...so you know... it's gonna be written differently. I found it easy to read, and since I was expecting it to read differently, I didn't have any problems with the little info dumps or costume descriptions.
If you love the movie or even like the movie but thought some characters were shallow or flat...definitely read the book for those extra details. Truman and Alana both have such deep backstories that we never see in the movie...and I don't understand why except that there wasn't enough time but they really add to the story.
Overall, I so enjoyed this! Recommend for 12+ since it's an easy read.
I grew up watching October Baby about once a month with my older sister, who loves it! So, to expand the story and see what was going on all around was so cool!
Characters:
We have the same characters from the movie, Hannah being the main character but we get to dive into their heads learning more about Jason, Truman, Alana, and everyone else in the movie and making so much sense of their actions.
Themes:
That every life is important and that love is truly thicker than blood.
Language:
N/A
Romance:
Yes, a little, and it's just as sweet l, if not sweeter than the movie!
Overall:
I honestly loved the extra scenes. I always went into the book expecting some of the writing to be different because this is a movie script that was then turned into a book...so you know... it's gonna be written differently. I found it easy to read, and since I was expecting it to read differently, I didn't have any problems with the little info dumps or costume descriptions.
If you love the movie or even like the movie but thought some characters were shallow or flat...definitely read the book for those extra details. Truman and Alana both have such deep backstories that we never see in the movie...and I don't understand why except that there wasn't enough time but they really add to the story.
Overall, I so enjoyed this! Recommend for 12+ since it's an easy read.
August 24, 2012
When I began to read October Baby, I realized immediately that this
was a unique story about life, told from the perspective of a person
who almost wasn't. It's a story about life and choices. Each
character was given their own unique voice and purpose. From the very
first few pages I knew that because of this book I would HAVE to see
the movie.
Eric Wilson does a wonderful job in this novelization, giving us a
much deeper understanding of Hannah's struggle. He showed us her
heart, her struggle, her search for understanding of decisions that
were made for her, and ultimately her search for what she is worth.
She had to overcome so much, one being the fact that she came into
this world unwanted and tossed aside. There were heavy moments in
this story that made me feel as though I was Hannah, that her quest
for understanding was my own. Often I wanted to cry, but at just the
right moment, at just the right place there is something that makes me
want to laugh through those tears. For example Truman is a character
that just makes you want to smile, he is charming and his many "tiger"
antics will just make you roar with laughter. Even more so, October
Baby is truly a story that brings forgiveness into sharp and sometimes
painful focus. This is NOT a story that condemns women who choose to
end a life. It is simply a story that forgives. It is a story that
shows that even this can be overcome. More importantly, it shows the
repercussions of those choices, those decisions...both the physical
and emotional consequences are clearly depicted. October Baby makes
you think twice if not three times over, because it puts a face to the
decision. I could go on and on, but I will leave with this: Eric
Wilson does a spectacular job taking us deeper into Hannah's heart and
soul, he makes the story unique every step of the way. Though this is
a topic that could be a very heated topic, this story is put forth
with gentleness yet firmness, without condemnation but full of light
and hope. Because of this I know I will also see the movie and highly
recommend both the book and the movie to all I know!
was a unique story about life, told from the perspective of a person
who almost wasn't. It's a story about life and choices. Each
character was given their own unique voice and purpose. From the very
first few pages I knew that because of this book I would HAVE to see
the movie.
Eric Wilson does a wonderful job in this novelization, giving us a
much deeper understanding of Hannah's struggle. He showed us her
heart, her struggle, her search for understanding of decisions that
were made for her, and ultimately her search for what she is worth.
She had to overcome so much, one being the fact that she came into
this world unwanted and tossed aside. There were heavy moments in
this story that made me feel as though I was Hannah, that her quest
for understanding was my own. Often I wanted to cry, but at just the
right moment, at just the right place there is something that makes me
want to laugh through those tears. For example Truman is a character
that just makes you want to smile, he is charming and his many "tiger"
antics will just make you roar with laughter. Even more so, October
Baby is truly a story that brings forgiveness into sharp and sometimes
painful focus. This is NOT a story that condemns women who choose to
end a life. It is simply a story that forgives. It is a story that
shows that even this can be overcome. More importantly, it shows the
repercussions of those choices, those decisions...both the physical
and emotional consequences are clearly depicted. October Baby makes
you think twice if not three times over, because it puts a face to the
decision. I could go on and on, but I will leave with this: Eric
Wilson does a spectacular job taking us deeper into Hannah's heart and
soul, he makes the story unique every step of the way. Though this is
a topic that could be a very heated topic, this story is put forth
with gentleness yet firmness, without condemnation but full of light
and hope. Because of this I know I will also see the movie and highly
recommend both the book and the movie to all I know!
November 8, 2012
I loved the movie October Baby. It made me laugh,it made me cry, and some scenes left me unable to breathe. I so badly wanted to like the book too, but it was not to be.
First of all, this is a novelization of the movie. The author took the movie and wrote a book based on it—not the other way around. I wish I had paid more attention to that before I plunked down my money.
But besides that, the writing is sloppy, the characters are stiff and lack emotion, and the author chose to tell not show.
Stick to the movie. Rachel Hendrix, who plays Hannah, brings the character to life in gut-wrenching reality. You feel her confusion, her pain, and her sense of loss in ways the book fails to touch. The movie drew me into the scene and made me feel as though I were there beside Hannah, not just watching a movie. The book made me feel distant, like I was watching from a far-off place.
First of all, this is a novelization of the movie. The author took the movie and wrote a book based on it—not the other way around. I wish I had paid more attention to that before I plunked down my money.
But besides that, the writing is sloppy, the characters are stiff and lack emotion, and the author chose to tell not show.
Stick to the movie. Rachel Hendrix, who plays Hannah, brings the character to life in gut-wrenching reality. You feel her confusion, her pain, and her sense of loss in ways the book fails to touch. The movie drew me into the scene and made me feel as though I were there beside Hannah, not just watching a movie. The book made me feel distant, like I was watching from a far-off place.
September 7, 2018
It’s nice to give a book a rating without feeling even a little bit conflicted. This book was good, but it was not stunning.
I have seen the movie two or three times, and I like it. The story is lovely, deep, and romantic. If I had read it without knowing the events beforehand, there is a chance that I may have enjoyed it more. Nevertheless, I did have a good time reading it.
The characters are realistic and likeable. The plot is quick. The writing is simple but clear. All in all, it was a job well done. However, since it did not blow me away, three stars is all it shall receive.
I have seen the movie two or three times, and I like it. The story is lovely, deep, and romantic. If I had read it without knowing the events beforehand, there is a chance that I may have enjoyed it more. Nevertheless, I did have a good time reading it.
The characters are realistic and likeable. The plot is quick. The writing is simple but clear. All in all, it was a job well done. However, since it did not blow me away, three stars is all it shall receive.
February 10, 2013
Synopsis: College student Hannah Lawson's life has been fraught with health problems. After fainting during her university's fall play, her parents reveal to her a shocking truth: She was not only adopted, but also the survivor of a failed abortion. To find closure, Hannah takes a road trip with some friends in order to finally meet her biological mother. However, doing so proves to be an arduous task. Will Hannah ever find the woman who unwillingly gave birth to her? Moreover, if Hannah does find her biological mom, what will she say to her? Based on the film, and co-written by one of the movie's screenwriters.
Review: October Baby was my favorite movie of 2012, so I had seriously big expectations for its novelization. Well, it lived up to them and then some. Not only did it do the film justice, but it also included plenty of scenes that, for whatever reason, were not featured in the final cut of the movie. It isn't even until several chapters into the book that you get to the movie's opening. If you're a fan of the October Baby film, you should definitely give this novelization a try; I'm very glad that I did.
Content Concerns: The MPAA said that the movie was "PG-13 for mature thematic material." The book is pretty much the same way; the themes are not for children. There are also mentions of alcohol.
Score: 4.75/5
Review: October Baby was my favorite movie of 2012, so I had seriously big expectations for its novelization. Well, it lived up to them and then some. Not only did it do the film justice, but it also included plenty of scenes that, for whatever reason, were not featured in the final cut of the movie. It isn't even until several chapters into the book that you get to the movie's opening. If you're a fan of the October Baby film, you should definitely give this novelization a try; I'm very glad that I did.
Content Concerns: The MPAA said that the movie was "PG-13 for mature thematic material." The book is pretty much the same way; the themes are not for children. There are also mentions of alcohol.
Score: 4.75/5
May 23, 2015
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Whenever I can, I prefer to read the book before seeing the movie. This is because both provide different aspects and they complement each other. In the book, the story becomes longer and it helps to understand the psychology of the characters; on the other hand, in the movies we can see details that enrich the story, such as body language, music composition, etc.
With October baby there are no words to describe the wonderful work these two authors have done, because this is the best example of how to apply what I mentioned earlier.
While the movie has a plot that is meant to perfection, the book was a revealing way to see the characters and the story. The story is beautiful, and I loved the touch of humor that some scenes had. Also, the authors developed very well some previous stories that underlie to understand the final scenes.
I liked that the book is narrated in the third person. I think if it had only been from the point of view of Hannah, the story wouldn’t have been so interesting; but the authors played with the scenes and got to meet other characters as well, which allowed me to understand the context more easily.
The message impact me and I didn’t know that there could be cases like Hannah, and I think that both the film and the book are a useful tool to touch such a controversial issue.
While I admit that the end left me with a bittersweet taste because I wanted more, anyway I am very satisfied.
-I recieved a book from the publisher but this fact didn't influence the review-
March 29, 2015
It's opening night for the play starring 19 year-old Hannah Lawson.Only five minutes until the show starts and Professor Watson tells her that there are scouts from New York and L.A. watching her. She's always wanted to be an actress and this is her big chance. Hannah steps out onto the stage in the audience is Jason her friend since she was nine, her parents and hundreds of other people. The bright lights shine on her it's hard to breath in the tight Victorian dress, and it's time for her to say her lines. She gets through the first few lines and then has trouble breathing and collapses to the floor she coughs fighting for air. Her dad jumped on stage to help her as her mom called 911. The last thought Hannah has before she passes out is her and Jason 12 years old holding hands and jumping into clear, blue, water. Why has Jason always been there for her?
Later Hannah finds out that the hip surgeries, asthma, terrible nightmares and her passing out on stage are all related to her traumatized premature birth after a failed abortion attempt. Her parents had adopted her. Why had they never told her?
Hannah sets out on a journey to find her birth mother and find out about other secrets her parents have been hiding from her. Join Hannah in this story of love, faith, forgiveness and self-discovery.
The book and the movie by the name October Baby are both awesome. When I started reading the book, it was almost all I did for three days until I finished it. When I watched the movie I watched it three times in one week. I hope you watch or read this touching story!
Later Hannah finds out that the hip surgeries, asthma, terrible nightmares and her passing out on stage are all related to her traumatized premature birth after a failed abortion attempt. Her parents had adopted her. Why had they never told her?
Hannah sets out on a journey to find her birth mother and find out about other secrets her parents have been hiding from her. Join Hannah in this story of love, faith, forgiveness and self-discovery.
The book and the movie by the name October Baby are both awesome. When I started reading the book, it was almost all I did for three days until I finished it. When I watched the movie I watched it three times in one week. I hope you watch or read this touching story!
September 1, 2021
This book was beautiful! I have seen the movie multiple times but had never read the book before now. I loved the additional information! Sometimes when you read a book after you've already seen the movie, it seems as if your reading a script of the movie due to the fact that there is nothing that sets the book apart. Not with this book! It had much more information than what you will find in the move!
Eric Wilson and Theresa Preston have weaved a Masterful story! I urge you pick up this book! You will not regret it!
Content Concerns:
A few mentions of one night stands that left women pregnant, some mildly detailed kissing, a woman feels uncomfortable sleeping in the same room with a male friend in a hotel (he's sleeping on the floor) she ends up going to the lobby and sleeping on the couch the friend follows her down and they both end up sleeping on the couch next to each other. (Nothing sexual) In the same instance the woman says she knows the friend is judging her (He's not) for being uncomfortable in the room with him and goes on to say that though she doesn't party she has a wild side stating "Have you ever seen me play Scrabble? I'm wild!" Many mentions of Abortions, Mentions of a failed abortion that ended in the early delivery of twin babies, one of which was missing an arm after the failed abortion.
Eric Wilson and Theresa Preston have weaved a Masterful story! I urge you pick up this book! You will not regret it!
Content Concerns:
A few mentions of one night stands that left women pregnant, some mildly detailed kissing, a woman feels uncomfortable sleeping in the same room with a male friend in a hotel (he's sleeping on the floor) she ends up going to the lobby and sleeping on the couch the friend follows her down and they both end up sleeping on the couch next to each other. (Nothing sexual) In the same instance the woman says she knows the friend is judging her (He's not) for being uncomfortable in the room with him and goes on to say that though she doesn't party she has a wild side stating "Have you ever seen me play Scrabble? I'm wild!" Many mentions of Abortions, Mentions of a failed abortion that ended in the early delivery of twin babies, one of which was missing an arm after the failed abortion.
April 20, 2017
October Baby is loosely based on the true story of Gianna Jessen's survival of her birth mother's botched abortion. An only child, Hannah has struggled with physical problems and some feelings of not belonging all her young life. She has never been told about her adoption, nor the way she was "born". Eventually at age 19, as her medical issues change a bit and her conflicted feelings seem to surface, the truth about the failed abortion and subsequent adoption also surfaced.
Jason, a friend nearly her whole life, has always been there for her...as a brother figure. His friendship has meant the world to her. Anything she has ever gone through, Jason was her go-to person. But for years she's also cared for him more.
Now her world is upended and she wants to come to terms with this new, life altering information. Jason is there for her as she deals with it and as she investigates her past.
Good book. I'm sure there was a lot more to Gianna's life, but for a movie, the time and story probably needs to be manageable.
Jason, a friend nearly her whole life, has always been there for her...as a brother figure. His friendship has meant the world to her. Anything she has ever gone through, Jason was her go-to person. But for years she's also cared for him more.
Now her world is upended and she wants to come to terms with this new, life altering information. Jason is there for her as she deals with it and as she investigates her past.
Good book. I'm sure there was a lot more to Gianna's life, but for a movie, the time and story probably needs to be manageable.
March 5, 2014
I really enjoyed this book. It was easy to read, and such an excellent story. I had a hard time putting it down!! The ending was great. There were times when I had tears in my eyes. And times where I was frustrated with the main characters friends... :D
"October Baby" is a beautiful book, one I'd read again (and plan to see the movie of).
"October Baby" is a beautiful book, one I'd read again (and plan to see the movie of).
July 14, 2023
This is a book I will never forget every life is special and GOD created everyone just the way he wanted them to be!!!🩷🤍
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June 18, 2019Review tomorrow.
Let me sleep on the stars...
Let me sleep on the stars...
April 19, 2013
October Baby is a great story full of quirky characters whom I found easy to identify with. Hannah Lawson finds out she was adopted after she survived an abortion attempt, so this is basically the story of her trying to find meaning in her life and come to terms with what happened. I think that many readers will relate to this coming of age tale. The hurt that some of the characters experience felt very real to me, and at times I wanted to throttle some of the characters because of their unflinching stubbornness. ;) The story didn't end in quite the way that I had hoped, but all loose ends were nicely tied up in a way that was best for the characters.
Now I should probably go watch the movie...
Now I should probably go watch the movie...
February 23, 2014
October Baby is a story of feeling lost or something big is missing from your life. As well, it is about finding that something amongst what you had all along. Eric Wilson creates characters that we can laugh with, cry with, and learn to see through new eyes with. He has created a heart-felt story out of a difficult topic, and he has done it very well.
Come see my review at Beyond My Bookshelf
Come see my review at Beyond My Bookshelf
October 8, 2023
Props to the person that turned the movie October Baby into a novel!👏 October Baby is such a powerful story about forgiveness, living your life to the fullest and embracing your identity as a child of God. There are some beautiful quotes throughout the movie and book that resonate with me.
"To be human is to be beautifully flawed."
"Hate the crime, not the criminal."
"Because you have been forgiven by God, you have the power to forgive others."
The ending of the movie and book totally wrecks me in a good way though.
"Thank you"
"For what?"
"For wanting me."
Me everytime 🥺
"To be human is to be beautifully flawed."
"Hate the crime, not the criminal."
"Because you have been forgiven by God, you have the power to forgive others."
The ending of the movie and book totally wrecks me in a good way though.
"Thank you"
"For what?"
"For wanting me."
Me everytime 🥺
January 26, 2013
This book was disappointing. The characters were flat, and the dialogue was unimaginative. The main character came off as a spoiled brat. The dad was a little overbearing and didn't seem caring at all. Much of the action was not realistic. Seemed more like junior high school kids, rather than college. I didn't use one tissue! I wasn't moved emotionally at all.
May 13, 2013
What a beautiful story of forgiveness. This is a unique story of a college age girl finding out she was adopted after her birth mom had a failed abortion. The story is great. So very interesting to read that the authors had researched stories of women who are survivors of failed abortions. Can't wait to see the movie.
November 8, 2013
Hannah is a college student who finds out that she is adopted. This book is about her finding out about her past and finding her birth mother. She then realizes that her childhood bestfriend is the one she loves. This is a book about love, memories, and trust. IT is a well recommended book to read.
May 23, 2015
Such a beautiful book!
I have to calm down my feelings first and then write a review :)
I have to calm down my feelings first and then write a review :)
July 18, 2016
LOVED this audio book! Almost as good as the movie!!! I highly recommend listening to it.
November 18, 2023
Incredible story.
December 31, 2023
Okay. To start off this review I must state, as I usually do it seems, why I picked up this book. I heard of October Baby from a friend on Tumblr. I was scrolling through her page and saw this movie poster and I watched the trailer and literally started crying. I began watching lots of behind the scenes stuff for the film and even downloaded the soundtrack but had no means to see the film at the time so I basically had to sit and wait desperately for the film to come out on DVD. To my satisfaction, I saw there was a novel version so I decided to buy it. October Baby is essentially about a girl named Hannah who discovers that she is the result of a failed abortion attempt. Being someone who is pro-life, this message is something that I hold close to my heart and I knew I had to divulge into the story sooner or later!
Immediately after I finished the book, I had the luxury of watching the film on Netflix! If you have Netflix, I would recommend you watch this film! It is truly special. The film isn't anywhere near the status of the Dark Knight but it is a typical drama movie with a lot of heart! Would I recommend you read the book? Not so much. In fact, avoid it at all costs.
It isn't a usual occurrence to see me state that I liked the movie better than the book. The only film off hand that I can think of that I liked better than the book would be the Wizard of Oz and Phantom of the Opera. Anyway, the book is an exact adaption of the film with a few minor scenes added that seem to be there to serve the purpose of adding depth but actually make this book worse (just a note, this book was written after the film so it is adapted from the film). So what made the film way better than the book if it was exactly the same? Well there were a lot of things. I've never read Eric Wilson before so I was going into this read with fresh eyes. I've heard of most of his novels though. The book started off on a nice pace, but as it continued it became loaded with childish descriptions and awkward character interaction. The dialogue and scenes was word for word with the film despite some additions but the way Wilson wrote the book was just a turn off. Character interaction was forced and vague yet in the film it was much more believable when the actors spoke (though I can't say the dialogue was good in general). The characters had virtually no depth to them. Scenes that I didn't find compelling in the novel were ones I liked in the film. I almost wish that I had watched the film first to be honest because the novel became so frustrating to read that I contemplated just not finishing the book when I was halfway through. The book did get me to cry at one point though so I will give Wilson a little credit there but more credit seems to go to the screenwriters who originally wrote the script for October Baby the film which Wilson adapted word for word (did I mention this novel is adapted word for word from the film?).
I think that was another issue with this book...that it was adapted WORD FOR FREAKING WORD! Films and novels are very different arts. That is why it is so hard for filmmakers to stay close to a book's plot because some things that can be done in writing can't be done in film, and vice versa. I have watched many great films that aren't adapted from books and have even tried to write Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl out as a novel. I wrote it for fun of course but as I made it past the first scene and into the second scene, I realized my approach was completely inadequate. All I was doing was taking each scene and trying to write it out but I was very aware of the fact that my writing was sloppy and frustrating. It would take more than simply rewriting scenes from Pirates of the Caribbean to make it into a good and readable novel. I would have to change certain things for character point of view, I would have to switch scenes around since the film is constantly switching back and forth between perspectives in a way the novel just can't compete with, and I would have to really figure out the characters in a deeper sense because novels have the ability to take us into a character's mind the way most films can't. And full disclosure, I am not working on this writing project anymore. It was fun to think about but a lot more stressful to go about.
The story of October Baby is incredible though. Again, credit must go to the screenwriters and not Wilson. (I'm not trying to be a Wilson hater here though it seems I am coming off as one. I've heard good things about his other novels so maybe one day I will give them a chance. I think this one ultimately failed because of the way Wilson went about adapting it. It isn't necessarily a bad read but if you want a book that is written in a literary fashion without the Christian sugar coating that has become all too familiar in spiritual fiction, this book will not satisfy you). I really felt I could relate to Hannah. Actually, I felt like I related to Hannah a lot. Our situations are obviously very different but the way she felt about acting was the way I feel about writing and she definitely feels left out because she'd rather not get involved in things that most kids our age get involved in. I also felt like her character specifically was full of complications and anger that really draws the audience to sympathize with her. I can't even imagine the weight of not only being adopted but knowing I wasn't supposed to exist. It is a hard pill to swallow. Another thing I love about the story is that while it is surrounded by Christian routes, it doesn't shove them down your throat. It maintains the theme that every life is beautiful but never actually states this in the film but allows you as the audience/reader to come to the conclusion yourself. I found that very powerful. That being said, while the story was incredible, that doesn't override the fact that the writing was awful and the approach to the story wasn't much better. Reading this book is the equivalent to watching a Lifetime movie. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if you see the film on that network shortly.
Ultimately, October Baby is an amazing story and a semi-good film with a great message about forgiveness and the unborn. However, the book is full of petty descriptions, poor scene structure, and the typical watering down of literary merits to contain sugar coatings that many Christian novels today seem to contain. I will give it 2 out of 5 stars because even though I thought the book was poorly written, the story is one I would encourage everyone to experience. The best way to experience it, in my opinion, is to just visit YouTube.com and look up behind the scenes videos. The movie making process and interviews and even the trailer hit home more than the film/book could ever accomplish. Also watch the music video titled "Life is Beautiful by the Afters" and that will get you crying. It is just a shame because I had such high hopes for this reading/film experience and I am overall disappointed. I wish beyond wish that Christian artists could create a story that wasn't life a Lifetime movie. It seems like the October Baby crew should start taking advice from Steve Turner's Imagine.
Immediately after I finished the book, I had the luxury of watching the film on Netflix! If you have Netflix, I would recommend you watch this film! It is truly special. The film isn't anywhere near the status of the Dark Knight but it is a typical drama movie with a lot of heart! Would I recommend you read the book? Not so much. In fact, avoid it at all costs.
It isn't a usual occurrence to see me state that I liked the movie better than the book. The only film off hand that I can think of that I liked better than the book would be the Wizard of Oz and Phantom of the Opera. Anyway, the book is an exact adaption of the film with a few minor scenes added that seem to be there to serve the purpose of adding depth but actually make this book worse (just a note, this book was written after the film so it is adapted from the film). So what made the film way better than the book if it was exactly the same? Well there were a lot of things. I've never read Eric Wilson before so I was going into this read with fresh eyes. I've heard of most of his novels though. The book started off on a nice pace, but as it continued it became loaded with childish descriptions and awkward character interaction. The dialogue and scenes was word for word with the film despite some additions but the way Wilson wrote the book was just a turn off. Character interaction was forced and vague yet in the film it was much more believable when the actors spoke (though I can't say the dialogue was good in general). The characters had virtually no depth to them. Scenes that I didn't find compelling in the novel were ones I liked in the film. I almost wish that I had watched the film first to be honest because the novel became so frustrating to read that I contemplated just not finishing the book when I was halfway through. The book did get me to cry at one point though so I will give Wilson a little credit there but more credit seems to go to the screenwriters who originally wrote the script for October Baby the film which Wilson adapted word for word (did I mention this novel is adapted word for word from the film?).
I think that was another issue with this book...that it was adapted WORD FOR FREAKING WORD! Films and novels are very different arts. That is why it is so hard for filmmakers to stay close to a book's plot because some things that can be done in writing can't be done in film, and vice versa. I have watched many great films that aren't adapted from books and have even tried to write Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl out as a novel. I wrote it for fun of course but as I made it past the first scene and into the second scene, I realized my approach was completely inadequate. All I was doing was taking each scene and trying to write it out but I was very aware of the fact that my writing was sloppy and frustrating. It would take more than simply rewriting scenes from Pirates of the Caribbean to make it into a good and readable novel. I would have to change certain things for character point of view, I would have to switch scenes around since the film is constantly switching back and forth between perspectives in a way the novel just can't compete with, and I would have to really figure out the characters in a deeper sense because novels have the ability to take us into a character's mind the way most films can't. And full disclosure, I am not working on this writing project anymore. It was fun to think about but a lot more stressful to go about.
The story of October Baby is incredible though. Again, credit must go to the screenwriters and not Wilson. (I'm not trying to be a Wilson hater here though it seems I am coming off as one. I've heard good things about his other novels so maybe one day I will give them a chance. I think this one ultimately failed because of the way Wilson went about adapting it. It isn't necessarily a bad read but if you want a book that is written in a literary fashion without the Christian sugar coating that has become all too familiar in spiritual fiction, this book will not satisfy you). I really felt I could relate to Hannah. Actually, I felt like I related to Hannah a lot. Our situations are obviously very different but the way she felt about acting was the way I feel about writing and she definitely feels left out because she'd rather not get involved in things that most kids our age get involved in. I also felt like her character specifically was full of complications and anger that really draws the audience to sympathize with her. I can't even imagine the weight of not only being adopted but knowing I wasn't supposed to exist. It is a hard pill to swallow. Another thing I love about the story is that while it is surrounded by Christian routes, it doesn't shove them down your throat. It maintains the theme that every life is beautiful but never actually states this in the film but allows you as the audience/reader to come to the conclusion yourself. I found that very powerful. That being said, while the story was incredible, that doesn't override the fact that the writing was awful and the approach to the story wasn't much better. Reading this book is the equivalent to watching a Lifetime movie. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if you see the film on that network shortly.
Ultimately, October Baby is an amazing story and a semi-good film with a great message about forgiveness and the unborn. However, the book is full of petty descriptions, poor scene structure, and the typical watering down of literary merits to contain sugar coatings that many Christian novels today seem to contain. I will give it 2 out of 5 stars because even though I thought the book was poorly written, the story is one I would encourage everyone to experience. The best way to experience it, in my opinion, is to just visit YouTube.com and look up behind the scenes videos. The movie making process and interviews and even the trailer hit home more than the film/book could ever accomplish. Also watch the music video titled "Life is Beautiful by the Afters" and that will get you crying. It is just a shame because I had such high hopes for this reading/film experience and I am overall disappointed. I wish beyond wish that Christian artists could create a story that wasn't life a Lifetime movie. It seems like the October Baby crew should start taking advice from Steve Turner's Imagine.
April 19, 2014
Was this a mistake or a miracle? God’s creation, a living, breathing October Baby. Starting out with a teenage girl visiting an abortion clinic. Not knowing what the right decision is. Stops and runs away in the middle of an abortion process. Nurse Rutledge was working a day before that incident and she found that same girl coming back again. In the middle of Owens clinic the girl collapsed upon the floor. In October of 1991 a nurse and an unwed teenage mother were being rushed toward Mobile General Hospital. That day wasn’t just every day that Nurse Rutledge, an employee at an abortion clinic, helped one of her patients deliver a baby.
Years passed that little October baby grew up to be a beautiful young lady. With a passion of an actress. On the big day of her performance that she was so anxious to have the role of ‘‘Annabella.’’ She experiences increasing anxiety and a sudden collapse. As days past in the hospital Hannah finds out from her parents that she was adopted and is a survivor of a failed abortion attempt.
Confusion and anger makes Hannah turn to her oldest friend, Jason, for support. His plans for an adventurous road trip, inspires Hannah to join and find her hidden past and hope for the unknown future. Along her journey she finds that life is beautiful, and that life itself can be so much more than what we might have planned. She finds Nurse Rutledge, which tells her about the past. Hannah finds out about not only her birth, but of her twin brother, whom she knew nothing about. The nurse gave her information about the name of her birth mother and where she works.
When she finally meets her biological mother, she feels anger and hatred because of her mother’s rejection. That same time Hannah’s father found out she lied to him about being with others beside Jason, and he came to get her. At home Hannah’s adopted parents decide to tell Hannah the details of their choice to adopt both her and her brother, who died months later. Her mother relates to her that she had been pregnant with twins and lost them at 24 weeks. They’d then seen an adoption request for twins at pregnancy crisis center where she had volunteered.
Afterwards Hannah visits a church and starts talking to a priest. He says to her: ‘‘because we have been forgiven by God, we should forgive each other.’’ Hannah gets the courage to come back and leave a note on her biological mother’s desk with her baby bracelet from the hospital and the note saying ‘‘I forgive you.’’ She returns home and hugs her parents and thanks them for wanting her when no one else did.
This novel is written based on a true story. It’s a story about life and choices. Eric Wilson does a wonderful job in writing this novel, giving us a deeper understanding of Hannah’s struggle. It’s an easy, fun and emotional read. If you get a chance read this book, it’s worth your time.
Years passed that little October baby grew up to be a beautiful young lady. With a passion of an actress. On the big day of her performance that she was so anxious to have the role of ‘‘Annabella.’’ She experiences increasing anxiety and a sudden collapse. As days past in the hospital Hannah finds out from her parents that she was adopted and is a survivor of a failed abortion attempt.
Confusion and anger makes Hannah turn to her oldest friend, Jason, for support. His plans for an adventurous road trip, inspires Hannah to join and find her hidden past and hope for the unknown future. Along her journey she finds that life is beautiful, and that life itself can be so much more than what we might have planned. She finds Nurse Rutledge, which tells her about the past. Hannah finds out about not only her birth, but of her twin brother, whom she knew nothing about. The nurse gave her information about the name of her birth mother and where she works.
When she finally meets her biological mother, she feels anger and hatred because of her mother’s rejection. That same time Hannah’s father found out she lied to him about being with others beside Jason, and he came to get her. At home Hannah’s adopted parents decide to tell Hannah the details of their choice to adopt both her and her brother, who died months later. Her mother relates to her that she had been pregnant with twins and lost them at 24 weeks. They’d then seen an adoption request for twins at pregnancy crisis center where she had volunteered.
Afterwards Hannah visits a church and starts talking to a priest. He says to her: ‘‘because we have been forgiven by God, we should forgive each other.’’ Hannah gets the courage to come back and leave a note on her biological mother’s desk with her baby bracelet from the hospital and the note saying ‘‘I forgive you.’’ She returns home and hugs her parents and thanks them for wanting her when no one else did.
This novel is written based on a true story. It’s a story about life and choices. Eric Wilson does a wonderful job in writing this novel, giving us a deeper understanding of Hannah’s struggle. It’s an easy, fun and emotional read. If you get a chance read this book, it’s worth your time.
June 13, 2013
A touching story at first glance, October Baby is one girl’s journey of self-discovery. While beginning to spread her proverbial wings, health issues cause Hannah Lawson to put her dream of becoming an actress on hold. In the course of the appointment, she finds out a secret her parents have been hiding since her birth and embarks on a quest to find the answers she didn’t even know she was seeking until then.
October Baby took a controversial topic from page one where the novel begins in an abortion clinic. It’s something that most Christian novels just don’t do and I applaud the authors’ willingness to tackle something that most would shy from. I love the plot of this story and the twists and turns that the authors added in, never making the road easy for Hannah. In that respect, technically, October Baby is perfect.
For me, the characters seemed flat. Hannah Lawson, the heroine of our story, while only nineteen, seems a bit blah. During one scene, far into the course of her journey, when confronted by her father to stop, she simply does with no argument and some minor pouting. Personally, I’d like to meet the teen that reacts that way. Jason, Hannah’s friend from childhood, was, for lack of a better word, boring. Her “friends” in the story were also one dimensional, with Truman being the only minor acceptation. Even her parents had trite, childish dialogue. In fact, it made me wonder if it wasn’t a YA novel (it wasn’t).
October Baby tried so hard to fit into the “Christian” mold with “good” kids, “good” reactions and “good” outcomes that it became boring. There was nothing that you could really point to and say, “That’s why,” but you just don’t really care about the characters.
That said, I picked up the book because I’d seen the movie at the Christian book store near me and didn’t want to buy it without finding out about it (some Christian movies are just so poorly done that I won’t take chances anymore). I didn’t realize that this book was an adaption from the movie. I mistakenly thought the book came first. It explains a lot. The stilted dialogue is a good example.
When you watch a movie, it’s common for actors to say, “Whereyagoing?” as one word, slurred. But to write it that way and THEN say it’s slurred? The dialogue in October Baby felt as if you were reading a screenplay. Had I known, I probably would have simply rented the movie.
I haven’t yet rented the movie but I wouldn’t be against doing it. It’s a good story and I’m sure it made a good movie (for those who like heartfelt drama) but as a book, it’s so-so. If you can’t rent the movie, then consider reading the book because the story itself is worth being told.
October Baby took a controversial topic from page one where the novel begins in an abortion clinic. It’s something that most Christian novels just don’t do and I applaud the authors’ willingness to tackle something that most would shy from. I love the plot of this story and the twists and turns that the authors added in, never making the road easy for Hannah. In that respect, technically, October Baby is perfect.
For me, the characters seemed flat. Hannah Lawson, the heroine of our story, while only nineteen, seems a bit blah. During one scene, far into the course of her journey, when confronted by her father to stop, she simply does with no argument and some minor pouting. Personally, I’d like to meet the teen that reacts that way. Jason, Hannah’s friend from childhood, was, for lack of a better word, boring. Her “friends” in the story were also one dimensional, with Truman being the only minor acceptation. Even her parents had trite, childish dialogue. In fact, it made me wonder if it wasn’t a YA novel (it wasn’t).
October Baby tried so hard to fit into the “Christian” mold with “good” kids, “good” reactions and “good” outcomes that it became boring. There was nothing that you could really point to and say, “That’s why,” but you just don’t really care about the characters.
That said, I picked up the book because I’d seen the movie at the Christian book store near me and didn’t want to buy it without finding out about it (some Christian movies are just so poorly done that I won’t take chances anymore). I didn’t realize that this book was an adaption from the movie. I mistakenly thought the book came first. It explains a lot. The stilted dialogue is a good example.
When you watch a movie, it’s common for actors to say, “Whereyagoing?” as one word, slurred. But to write it that way and THEN say it’s slurred? The dialogue in October Baby felt as if you were reading a screenplay. Had I known, I probably would have simply rented the movie.
I haven’t yet rented the movie but I wouldn’t be against doing it. It’s a good story and I’m sure it made a good movie (for those who like heartfelt drama) but as a book, it’s so-so. If you can’t rent the movie, then consider reading the book because the story itself is worth being told.
March 1, 2018
I read the book before I knew it was a movie first. But I am glad I did. The story is simple, maybe even a bit predictable, but it addresses some strong subjects that are effectively and believably communicated. The strongest point for this book is that so much of it draws inspiration from real-life events and true stories. It made me cry (which is a good thing!).
My Summary:
These abnormal, underlining emotions have been a part of Hannah Lawson ever since she can remember, not to mention that odd re-occurring dream. But why? She has loving, nurturing parents, admitting a little overprotective; A best friend who has been there forever, so he will never like her like she likes him, but that's OK; She is a budding actor at a great university, even-though she does have chronic asthma and a few other weird medical hiccups... but what does have to do with anything?
My Likes:
Simply it is a beautiful story.
The story used many real-life facts/true stories as inspiration and quilted it together into this beautiful fiction. You would be surprised at how many things in the book has really happened and is actually factual.
The story made me cry. If it draws tears it gets points in my book, because that means it moved me. I like that.
It inspired me to do some research. I found out many, many interesting things about others who have been in Hannah's (and some of the other characters') position.
There are many little gems (lessons) that can be found throughout, besides the main message.
My Dislikes:
The way the author continually describes what everyone were wearing was unnecessary. I literally skimmed over these descriptions. I think it was to add detail to the individual characters, but I found it redundant because the characters were already respectively established.
This is really just a personal peeve, but I didn't like the fact that the book was based on A movie. I want it to be a book first. Just doesn't sit well with me and I have no good reason for it.
The end was predictable, but satisfying - specifically referring to the bit where .
My Conclusion:
I read the book before I knew it was a movie first. But I am glad I did. The story is simple, maybe even a bit predictable, but it addresses some strong subjects that are effectively and believably communicated. The strongest point for this book is that so much of it draws inspiration from real-life events and true stories. It made me cry (which is a good thing!).
My Summary:
These abnormal, underlining emotions have been a part of Hannah Lawson ever since she can remember, not to mention that odd re-occurring dream. But why? She has loving, nurturing parents, admitting a little overprotective; A best friend who has been there forever, so he will never like her like she likes him, but that's OK; She is a budding actor at a great university, even-though she does have chronic asthma and a few other weird medical hiccups... but what does have to do with anything?
"...embarking on a journey to discover her hidden past and find hope for the unknown future." ~ back of book cover
My Likes:
Simply it is a beautiful story.
The story used many real-life facts/true stories as inspiration and quilted it together into this beautiful fiction. You would be surprised at how many things in the book has really happened and is actually factual.
The story made me cry. If it draws tears it gets points in my book, because that means it moved me. I like that.
It inspired me to do some research. I found out many, many interesting things about others who have been in Hannah's (and some of the other characters') position.
There are many little gems (lessons) that can be found throughout, besides the main message.
My Dislikes:
The way the author continually describes what everyone were wearing was unnecessary. I literally skimmed over these descriptions. I think it was to add detail to the individual characters, but I found it redundant because the characters were already respectively established.
This is really just a personal peeve, but I didn't like the fact that the book was based on A movie. I want it to be a book first. Just doesn't sit well with me and I have no good reason for it.
The end was predictable, but satisfying - specifically referring to the bit where .
My Conclusion:
I read the book before I knew it was a movie first. But I am glad I did. The story is simple, maybe even a bit predictable, but it addresses some strong subjects that are effectively and believably communicated. The strongest point for this book is that so much of it draws inspiration from real-life events and true stories. It made me cry (which is a good thing!).
May 18, 2018
OctoberBaby. Fiecare viaţă este frumoasă face parte din setul de cărţi de care nu ai auzit, despre care nu cauţi recenzii sau informaţii, pe care pur şi simplu o deschizi şi păşeşti cu avânt în vâltoarea lecturii. Eric Wilson şi Theresa Preston nu numai că te prind în mrejele creaţiei lor de la primele randuri ci îţi transformă lectura într-o zi însorită cu cer decorat într-un mare zâmbet.
Inspirată dintr-o poveste reală, OctoberBaby. Fiecare viaţă este frumoasă este o poveste de suflet care pune tema avortului într-o altă lumină, într-o altă viziune. Ne obligă să privim şi din perspectiva unui copil rezultat dintr-un avort eşuat. Ne obligă la a ne pune întrebări despre propriile decizii, propriile abandonuri, la dreptul fiecăruia la viaţă.
Unii poate vor privi această poveste ca pe o altă propagandă religioasă, alţii o vor privi precum intervenţia medicală a unui impostor. Eu am privit-o precum o poveste de viaţă, dreptul de a-ţi descoperi propria individualitate, de a face pace cu trecutul şi a pune bazele propriului tău viitor. Eric Wilson şi Theresa Preston construiesc povestea unei vieţi din frânturi de realitate şi decizii obisnuite luate zilnic.
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Inspirată dintr-o poveste reală, OctoberBaby. Fiecare viaţă este frumoasă este o poveste de suflet care pune tema avortului într-o altă lumină, într-o altă viziune. Ne obligă să privim şi din perspectiva unui copil rezultat dintr-un avort eşuat. Ne obligă la a ne pune întrebări despre propriile decizii, propriile abandonuri, la dreptul fiecăruia la viaţă.
Unii poate vor privi această poveste ca pe o altă propagandă religioasă, alţii o vor privi precum intervenţia medicală a unui impostor. Eu am privit-o precum o poveste de viaţă, dreptul de a-ţi descoperi propria individualitate, de a face pace cu trecutul şi a pune bazele propriului tău viitor. Eric Wilson şi Theresa Preston construiesc povestea unei vieţi din frânturi de realitate şi decizii obisnuite luate zilnic.
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February 10, 2017
October Baby is the novel version of the movie, October Baby, which is about a college student named Hannah who collapses on stage during a performance due to medical issues related to her birth. Her world as she knows it falls apart with the knowledge of what really happened when she was born – that she was the product of a failed abortion and her parents adopted her. She joins a group of friends on their Spring Break trip to visit the place where she was born – and hopefully find some answers.
Last year we watched the movie version of October Baby at the youth group we run. The theme for the term was forgiveness and this story really explored that concept well. I was curious to read the novel version of it especially if any of our youth wanted to read it too.
At first I found it hard to get into the book as it started out when Hannah was a child and i found the reading a bit immature. I had to remind myself that I am not the target audience for the book and so i got into a bit more plus Hannah soon became a college student so things matured.
Hannah is a likeable and realistic character. She bugged me a little bit because she reminded me of myself with the acting – a little bit up herself. Plus I couldn’t get over how much she let her parents dictate her life even though she was an adult. I can understand she was living under their roof so it was their rules etc. but I felt like she acted like a young teenager! I liked Jason except I couldn’t really understand his relationship with Alanna. I found it hard to like her Dad because he was so controlling. I understood he wanted the best for her however he went about things all the wrong way! I really liked her mother.
The story really explores the concept of what abortion looks like when it fails and how the product of that is much more than just a fetus. I’d rather not get into a political debate about abortion in a book review however I think this book is a great way to start a discussion.
The story has a small element of Christianity throughout however it’s very subtle and doesn’t shove any agendas in your face. It mainly just focuses on the power of forgiveness, which I think is great.
The story flowed fairly well and although it was a bit sappy in places, it was an enjoyable read.
I would definitely recommend this book, especially to those who like a fairly lighthearted book with deep messages and themes.
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Last year we watched the movie version of October Baby at the youth group we run. The theme for the term was forgiveness and this story really explored that concept well. I was curious to read the novel version of it especially if any of our youth wanted to read it too.
At first I found it hard to get into the book as it started out when Hannah was a child and i found the reading a bit immature. I had to remind myself that I am not the target audience for the book and so i got into a bit more plus Hannah soon became a college student so things matured.
Hannah is a likeable and realistic character. She bugged me a little bit because she reminded me of myself with the acting – a little bit up herself. Plus I couldn’t get over how much she let her parents dictate her life even though she was an adult. I can understand she was living under their roof so it was their rules etc. but I felt like she acted like a young teenager! I liked Jason except I couldn’t really understand his relationship with Alanna. I found it hard to like her Dad because he was so controlling. I understood he wanted the best for her however he went about things all the wrong way! I really liked her mother.
The story really explores the concept of what abortion looks like when it fails and how the product of that is much more than just a fetus. I’d rather not get into a political debate about abortion in a book review however I think this book is a great way to start a discussion.
The story has a small element of Christianity throughout however it’s very subtle and doesn’t shove any agendas in your face. It mainly just focuses on the power of forgiveness, which I think is great.
The story flowed fairly well and although it was a bit sappy in places, it was an enjoyable read.
I would definitely recommend this book, especially to those who like a fairly lighthearted book with deep messages and themes.
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November 21, 2013
October Baby by Eric Wilson is a book about a girl named Hannah who is dealing with life struggles that start from her birth. Hannah is a foster child but at first had no clue she is a college student. 24 years old. Hannah was on stage performing a play when she started to have trouble breathing an soon fainted! Hannah doesn't remember fainting but she woke up in the hospital and asked what happened ! The doctor looks at the parents and tells them I think its time to tell her. An she says tell me what. Then the doctor proceeds to tell her that she survived an abortion, and that her parents were not her real parents. Everything soon made sense to her.Hannah kept this journal that she would write in and in the journal she always wrote how she didn't ever feel wanted or loved! Later on in the book the author tells me how Hannah s mom was pregnant with twins and she brother died 6 months after she gave birth. So spring break came and all her friends were going to Alabama. An she wanted to go because she found out her birth mother lived there! when she wen to go see her birth mother she denied Hannah tells Hannah she is going crazy but deep down inside her birth mother knew she wasn't telling the truth. Hannah's life has to go on because life never stops until God calls us home. Hannah sooner was a college graduate and learned that there are going to be struggles that fall into her lap, but she still manages to have faith that God has a grater plan for her.
I absolutely loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee this book, i relate to this book because this pass Saturday my ex boyfriend passed from cancer, and there were times i just wanted to die i could believe what happened to him, but while reading the book it brought back all the memories we had together, and he wouldn't want me to be crying,he would want me to live like everyday was my last in honor of him! I'm not over it and it will take a while for me to be okay with it but, I'm doing okay I'm learning how to keep him tucked in a special place in my heart and learn that he is always with me in spirit and watching over me <3 One question I have for the author was what inspired him to write a book like this ?
I absolutely loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee this book, i relate to this book because this pass Saturday my ex boyfriend passed from cancer, and there were times i just wanted to die i could believe what happened to him, but while reading the book it brought back all the memories we had together, and he wouldn't want me to be crying,he would want me to live like everyday was my last in honor of him! I'm not over it and it will take a while for me to be okay with it but, I'm doing okay I'm learning how to keep him tucked in a special place in my heart and learn that he is always with me in spirit and watching over me <3 One question I have for the author was what inspired him to write a book like this ?
March 16, 2014
This is a book written from a movie of the same title. The movie was excellent and so is the book. The book and movie are basically the same. The story is an a young high school girl that has some physical and emotional problems. As the story progresses the reader finds out she was part of a botched abortion. The story is very intense and emotional. If you are pro-life or if you are on the fence I highly recommend this book/movie. There are several abortion survivors that play a part in the pro-life movement. Gianna Jessen gives a very powerful testimony about her life! I trust you will enjoy the quotes from this book:
You watched me ... as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born. ~Psalm 139:15-16 (NLT)
Caterpillar "So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything." ~ James 1:4 (NLT)
It was a plain fact fact that the good Lord worked in mysterious ways. He'd done stuff in Mary's own life, yessir. Not that she deserved it. She'd done her share of wrong, done things she wasn't proud of. And that's what made it so mysterious that He worked in her anyways, that He didn't let all that foolishness stand in the way of His greatness.
Chrysails "Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you you to do." ~Romans 12:2 (NLT )
In Christ, you are forgiven. And because you are forgiven, you have the power to forgive. To choose to forgive. Let it go. Hatred is a burden you no longer need to carry.
Completion "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." ~Philippians 1:6 (NLT)
You watched me ... as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born. ~Psalm 139:15-16 (NLT)
Caterpillar "So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything." ~ James 1:4 (NLT)
It was a plain fact fact that the good Lord worked in mysterious ways. He'd done stuff in Mary's own life, yessir. Not that she deserved it. She'd done her share of wrong, done things she wasn't proud of. And that's what made it so mysterious that He worked in her anyways, that He didn't let all that foolishness stand in the way of His greatness.
Chrysails "Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you you to do." ~Romans 12:2 (NLT )
In Christ, you are forgiven. And because you are forgiven, you have the power to forgive. To choose to forgive. Let it go. Hatred is a burden you no longer need to carry.
Completion "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." ~Philippians 1:6 (NLT)
January 24, 2015
This is one of those stories that even if you do not like the book, it is hard to get out of your head once you have read it. I usually do not read other reviews on a book until I am done reading it and have rated it myself so I do not get influenced but this time I found myself torn between saying it was a two or a four- big difference. The biggest problem with everyone else's reviews are that they compared it to the movie which I have not watched. I was surprised to find that this book is based on the movie and not the other way around which is my first time experience with that type of thing. That actually made me rate the book higher because the biggest problem I always find about liking books better is that they have so much detail that movies don't. This book lacks a certain something in that regard but because it is written off the movie it made me see how this could actually translate to the big screen without getting rid of a lot of things. The main idea of the book is a woman who finds out she was adopted after her birth mother had tried to abort her. Also she finds out all her health problems are because of the failed abortion attempt. She attempts to find her birth mother with her best friend. This is ddfinately a very Christian book and also very outspoken against abortions. I did not find out it was based on a real person until the end which also makes rating it hard. I enjoyed the book but I think I would like the movie better. I just do not feel rating a person's real life experiences if something easy to rate.
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