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SAM
Sam~ "In the wake of my mother and father's untimely death, the rest of our family scattered leaving me to survive alone. Facing Indian uprisings, harsh elements, judgmental townsfolk, life became sheer survival as I struggled to plant the fields and keep the house from falling into shambles. Sometimes I was so worn out I was too tired to even try to scrounge up something to eat. I loved the animals I inherited like children and they were the only companionship I had for years until a mail order bride arrived in town without a groom to greet her. She had nowhere to go and I needed someone to help do the things I didn't have time for. Violet changed all our lives. Ours is not a love story but rather a story of love. I have a secret that will not die with me but one that I will carry to my grave. Shhhh...Don't tell anyone!"
Violet~ "Sam has filthy hygiene habits but he is a good person who works hard and lives life with an attitude of fairness. I am fascinated with his habits. Some of them are a bit strange while others were just downright interesting. He tips his coffee cup over into his saucer, blows on it to to cool it and then sips it so carefully, relishing every little drop. He is such a character and despite his idiosyncrasies a man of character. I will never forget Sam once I leave this place. His kindness is etched forever in my soul.”
The story of SAM will make you laugh till you cry and cry when you least expect it. This beautiful heart wrenching story will touch your soul, leaving you longing to know Sam in person.
Violet~ "Sam has filthy hygiene habits but he is a good person who works hard and lives life with an attitude of fairness. I am fascinated with his habits. Some of them are a bit strange while others were just downright interesting. He tips his coffee cup over into his saucer, blows on it to to cool it and then sips it so carefully, relishing every little drop. He is such a character and despite his idiosyncrasies a man of character. I will never forget Sam once I leave this place. His kindness is etched forever in my soul.”
The story of SAM will make you laugh till you cry and cry when you least expect it. This beautiful heart wrenching story will touch your soul, leaving you longing to know Sam in person.
184 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 17, 2013
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July 11, 2026
Mixed feelings
Some of the events seemed too far-fetched, and I have to admit I didn't think Sam was a nice person. Just OK.
Some of the events seemed too far-fetched, and I have to admit I didn't think Sam was a nice person. Just OK.
April 20, 2014
Sam is a touching tale of love, compassion, deceit, and survival. Set in the old west, we meet Sam Johnson, a dying man, whose sedated thoughts take us back to relive his unusual life. Sometimes hilarious, and always heartwarming, we get a glimpse of his poor but happy childhood.
The story then shifts to Violet. Desperate, crying, and nowhere to go, Sam takes pity on her and offers her a job and a place to live. Although Sam is not a good-looking man and his hygiene is atrocious, eventually Violet falls in love with him—but the feeling isn’t mutual. In a selfish act of deceit and betrayal, Violet tricks Sam into marrying her, forever destroying their friendship.
About half way through the story, there is a huge twist.
Sam has a secret.
Take a peek and find out why Sam can never love Violet the way she truly wants to be loved. I really enjoyed reading Sam. It was a very well written novel and I found myself reading every chance I had.
Some of the dialogue was a little hard to understand but once I got accustomed to it, it was fine.
I do not hesitate in recommending this book. I loved it!
The story then shifts to Violet. Desperate, crying, and nowhere to go, Sam takes pity on her and offers her a job and a place to live. Although Sam is not a good-looking man and his hygiene is atrocious, eventually Violet falls in love with him—but the feeling isn’t mutual. In a selfish act of deceit and betrayal, Violet tricks Sam into marrying her, forever destroying their friendship.
About half way through the story, there is a huge twist.
Sam has a secret.
Take a peek and find out why Sam can never love Violet the way she truly wants to be loved. I really enjoyed reading Sam. It was a very well written novel and I found myself reading every chance I had.
Some of the dialogue was a little hard to understand but once I got accustomed to it, it was fine.
I do not hesitate in recommending this book. I loved it!
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