tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post5745501784351736612..comments2024-03-28T10:20:26.849-05:00Comments on Review This Reviews!: The Book of Two Ways - A ReviewSylvestermousehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13690700963857028874noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-25636469149371292392020-09-05T08:21:22.987-05:002020-09-05T08:21:22.987-05:00Given what you shared, I'm pretty sure this bo...Given what you shared, I'm pretty sure this book was written for you. Like you, I often think about the alternate pathways I could have chosen. I think about the relationships I left behind. I think about the career choices. I ponder regrets. If you read _The Book of Two Ways_, be sure to stop back by and share your continuing thoughts. Thanks!Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-90833336066833841732020-09-04T19:14:54.954-05:002020-09-04T19:14:54.954-05:00WOW. This topic is right up my alley. I KNOW I'...WOW. This topic is right up my alley. I KNOW I'll enjoy this book. Your review had me hooked from beginning to end. I never find time to read fiction, or any books that aren't some kind of tutorial, but I may make an exception for this one. I've thought umpteen times about where my life would have gone if I had made a turn here or a turn there. I ended up going to University in Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11149500665711112840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-58358735318089369432020-09-03T18:38:19.671-05:002020-09-03T18:38:19.671-05:00The seed was planted for end-of-life doula when my...The seed was planted for end-of-life doula when my mother was in hospice six years ago. I signed up locally to be a hospice volunteer and started learning as much as possible about who I need to be in order to best help others find peace and meaning at the end of their earthly lives. Thank you for your kind affirmation of the essence I wish to exude.Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-44003990767524256102020-09-03T18:28:06.429-05:002020-09-03T18:28:06.429-05:00You always recommend the most interesting books, D...You always recommend the most interesting books, Diana! I've enjoyed all the ones I've read so far, and I value your opinion highly when choosing what goes on my reading list. I had no idea you were considering adding end-of-life doula to the many hats you already wear. Your caring, compassion, and ability to "hold space" for others make such a difference in so many lives (humanMargaret Schindelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18159345369223670796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-76636934029058669762020-09-03T12:24:41.422-05:002020-09-03T12:24:41.422-05:00I did know what you were driving at, Mouse. Wheth...I did know what you were driving at, Mouse. Whether fictional or not, appreciation for what we have is so critical to living a life of gratitude and fulfillment. We can only hope that Dawn found both.Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-15000728295472202102020-09-03T12:09:06.283-05:002020-09-03T12:09:06.283-05:00Well you know me! Hopefully, it made her appreciat...Well you know me! Hopefully, it made her appreciate what she has instead of lamenting what she left behind (even if it is fiction)Sylvestermousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13690700963857028874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-15740736133555998882020-09-03T11:02:34.658-05:002020-09-03T11:02:34.658-05:00Yes... I think of the intensity of her recent book...Yes... I think of the intensity of her recent book _Small Great Things_. That one surely pushed some buttons in its unflinching look at racism, prejudice, hatred, and false supremacy. A book like that is meant to make people uncomfortable. This one, The Book of Two Ways, also requires things of the reader. It is not a walk in the park. Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-59121330765469664042020-09-03T10:55:07.197-05:002020-09-03T10:55:07.197-05:00I love Jodi Piccoult books, although occassionally...I love Jodi Piccoult books, although occassionally I find one that almost becomes too intense. But mostly I love her books. I especially liked Leaving Time with the Elephants. Jodi Piccoult is a wonderful writer. Thanks for the recommend.Mary Beth Grangerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06248350756086377393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-86157583862312682012020-09-03T10:42:07.792-05:002020-09-03T10:42:07.792-05:00As you might imagine, the tension of Dawn's de...As you might imagine, the tension of Dawn's decision is what drives the storyline. Had she gone straight home to her family, this book would not exist. That decision of hers creates a whole tangled web of interwoven angst. Undoubtedly, others have made this same type of choice. Perhaps, though, the ones who have chosen not to pursue their "what ifs" are the ones who are living aRenaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-64734475959874473532020-09-03T10:31:21.908-05:002020-09-03T10:31:21.908-05:00Sounds like a very interesting, engulfing book. I ...Sounds like a very interesting, engulfing book. I couldn't help but think how sad it would be for all 3 people (Dawn, her husband & their daughter) that Dawn thought of a man from her past and then ventured off to see him instead of going home. Since you so highly recommend this author, I will try to set aside any preconceived notions and read the book. Thank you for the recommendation!Sylvestermousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13690700963857028874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-4063855409032334912020-09-03T10:26:57.461-05:002020-09-03T10:26:57.461-05:00Yes... the whole "what if" question is s...Yes... the whole "what if" question is so universal. Who hasn't wondered? Jodi Picoult has woven an incredibly complex and intricate tapestry of love, life, longing, leaving, and looking both forward and backward at the same time. Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-987875949854270152020-09-03T10:19:55.942-05:002020-09-03T10:19:55.942-05:00I have read other books by Jodi Picoult, so alread...I have read other books by Jodi Picoult, so already know I will enjoy this one. Add in the subject of "what if" which everyone ponders at one point or another in their life and the concept behind The Book of Two Ways becomes fascinating. I look forward to this read. Thanks so much for your insightful review. Wednesday Elfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11125647693828663780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-43750199947303014552020-09-03T10:15:30.886-05:002020-09-03T10:15:30.886-05:00That was my intent... piquing your interest. I am...That was my intent... piquing your interest. I am happy to hear that I succeeded in my mission. Jodi Picoult is always worth reading. She never shies away from life's most challenging questions, circumstances, and conundrums. Renaissance Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04042573630039646414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1874262419752354657.post-20535415591082763562020-09-03T10:03:42.725-05:002020-09-03T10:03:42.725-05:00Okay Diana, you have definitely piqued my interest...Okay Diana, you have definitely piqued my interest! I love Jodi Picoult as an author as well and have read many of her books. This one will be on my "to read" list right after I finish this comment. Thank you for a review that I know will help many to add this book to their lists as well. Olivia Morris https://www.blogger.com/profile/00711607646097689874noreply@blogger.com