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Palmer Jackson Palmunen Jennifer F. Panjwani M. D Harry K. Pomper Gerald M. Randall R. Townsend Dr. Diberdayakan oleh Blogger. FLAC 96 kHz. Part of what drew me to this story was the title I am always happy to find characters with my name, spelled the way I spell it Characters named Sarah are very common, those named Sara are hard to find To have nothing els [ Darlene Nov 23, - AM I was SO disappointed Not with the book, but that it ended I wanted to read Could there be a part two where we can see a true growth in all the characters as they learn to not only accept what has happened in their lives but can see errors in their own thinking in the past.

I read many of the reviews who felt she put in too many details that may or may not relate to the story, but I loved those asides and feel if you can t handle that in such a small book, you might want to start reading short s [ Pam Nov 23, - AM This book was a short and easy read Nothing complex about the plot, no surprises, and no twists or tricks. And I liked all of these things about it This book is about a woman s transformation into a new person, and about how as much as she wants to experience this transformation, she is so stuck in the mindset that all she deserves is predictability and monotony, that she refuses to embrace new happiness at every turn When the main character, Sara, makes a spontaneous trip to Italy, she falls in [ Anne Alexander Nov 23, - AM I ve read plenty of fiction in my life, everything from junky beach books to classic literature I loved this book Gabriel is a clever, funny, profound writer who quickly takes you into the inner world of her characters, while taking you on an external journey that keep you glued to the page Sara s character jumps from the pages and her transformation has impacted and inspired me Big life changes in middle age are rarely easy and this novel treats the challenges intelligently A classy love story [ Katie Somers Nov 23, - AM I just wanted to say that I loved reading Seeking Sara Summers I bought it Sunday night and was done reading it last night I was looking for a book with a lesbian theme not erotica and stumbled upon this title It was very good and refreshing to read one without all the erotica As a lesbian, sometimes I am envious of all the romance type novels that the rest of the real world gets to read So glad I found Seeking Sara Summers.

Dianne Nov 23, - AM Tragedy, discovery, romance, travel, emotional breakthroughs what can you ask of a short novel I will say that this book was difficult to put down, yet at points difficult to read I pray that I shall know what to do when the time comes and be courageous enough to make the necessary decisions to that end I would give this book 3 1 2 stars if I could.

Aileen Murphy Nov 23, - AM I loved this woman Especially at the beginning of the book, I feel the author did a great job of putting into words the emotions of a woman who has always done exactly what was expected of her, and is now realizing she has no idea of her own voice I cried and felt her emotions and was so sad the book ended so quickly A very enjoyable read.

Baxter Trautman Nov 23, - AM A mature and tender tale Though it will appeal to readers of lesbian romance I hesitate to put it in that genre as it is also a heartfelt story of transformation Sara Summers takes an unflinchingly honest look at her life so far and finds it wanting Whether or not she will have the courage to change that lack is the heart of the story Definitely an above average lesbian fiction read. Jae Coleman Nov 23, - AM Filled with gentle anger, tender pain, awakening Was a nice shift away from the harder hitting, sex filled novels Those have their place on the shelf but this is a mature, moving and unpressured progression into a new life for a sort of second coming of age.

Rebeca Riga Nov 23, - AM Best book I ve read all year Took me to new places and made me want to have the story the two characters had Amazingly written, a true romance novel, like I haven t read in a while.

Ame Nov 23, - AM Quick read, enjoyed it. Julia is a wonderful travel guide, and the two have a great time exploring the sights and getting reacquainted. But something unexpected happens. The two women find themselves attracted to each other, and the friendship is rapidly turning into something more.

And now Sara must make a decision. In however much time she has left of her life, does she follow her conscience, or follow her heart? This book had a lot of promise, but it fell flat for me. Told from Sara's pov, but it all seems to be told in a monotone. Sarah's husband seemed like a cardboard character.

The intense affair didn't seem all that intense. And the angst did not seem to be all that gut wrenching. This was a short, easy read. I just couldn't get emotionally involved. The characters never came to life. And for me, that's the whole point of reading fiction. Three stars. Jun 19, Jo rated it really liked it. Who hasn't questioned their life at some point in time? I applaud Susan Summers for following her heart after facing cancer in the eye and stepping into a life for herself.

I saw myself as I go through my life doing for my husband and daughter, with very little regard for my wants and needs. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to read this book, it has opened my eyes and I will not take my days for granted and will look for what soothes me.

OK life Nov 18, Georgiann Hennelly rated it really liked it. Sara is feeling a little lost in her life. Her children are grown and out of the house and her husband seems to have his own life. She longs for something different something to take away the blah feeling. Sara decides to track down her old childhood friend and this one action changes the course of her life, her attitude and her entire being.

Apr 08, Parastoo Samiei rated it really liked it. I've read the whole book in three days which is a record for me these days. I didn't feel that the author has made up a story. It was obvious that she had gone trough same drama herself. I believe that's the reason I've been really connected with Sara and I could have believed her thoughts and emotions.

May 11, Lisa rated it liked it. A wonderful friend of mine bought me this book I was so excited to read this book. The overall story was ok, I connected more with the feelings and emotions that they were going through A happy ending :. Jan 07, Jean Roberta rated it it was ok. Considering that few people really change completely in middle age, an apparent change is usually based on the re-emergence of passions that have been buried for years.

Since the birth of Second Wave feminism in the s, coming-of-middle-age novels by and about women have sprung up as a variant form of bildungsroman, or novel of development. One U. Seeking Sara Summers is about a woman in her forties who is forced to think about death by the cancer that deprives her of a breast. Her three children are grown, and she realizes that she and her husband never had much in common; they were friends in high school and married each other because this felt comfortable and convenient at the time.

So far, so promising. He recognizes a threat when he sees one, and his feelings for Julia are still complicated. As a high school English teacher suffering from burnout, Sara longs for beauty and adventure. As the reader can foresee, the plot thickens. Sara is clearly influenced by the Catholic iconography of her youth, especially images of the Virgin, a more visible and potent symbol in Italy than in traditionally Puritan New England. Julia reflects Sara back to herself in a way that looks almost unbelievably flattering.

Julia tells her several times that Sara has a rare sweetness, yet this quality looks more like passivity than anything else. Apparently she is too enchanted by everything she sees to express herself in more precise or colourful words.

During an idyllic moment in Italy, Sara is reminded of the life she temporarily escaped: "The Sunday New York Times was spread out on the bed in front of them. Sara skimmed the latest stories about their unpopular president [George Bush? Life in the States had continued on without her.

She held a boldness Sara had never felt she possessed. Julia seems to have been spicier all her life, yet the artwork which has gained her an income and a reputation is not described clearly enough to visualize. More incredibly, Julia as a beautiful, flamboyant woman in her forties , has never been erotically attracted to any woman besides Sara, or sufficiently interested in any man to form a committed relationship.

Philosophical and esthetic concepts are vaguely referred to in this novel. Luckily, her husband gets to express himself in passages of dialogue. I would love to cheer Sara on as she wrestles with a choice between two Significant Others, two lifestyles and two environments. I would love to swoon over the magic of love between two mature women who know what they want, and taste the wine from robust Italian grapes.

Other readers will undoubtedly see different things in this novel, but I can imagine the story this author could have told, based on the same plot premise, and it is altogether much bolder and more alive than this one. Apr 04, Janet rated it it was amazing. Is never too late to find happiness, I read the whole book in 2 days. Is little draggy at the beginning but it starts to get interesting the moment she reunited with Julia.

I really love the romance btw Sara and Julia. A wonderful love story. This is my first book by this author. The story line was interesting. Sara's wishy washy attitude got a bit tiring. And the dialogue seemed at times, fake. But all in all, I liked that the wife and mother decides its finally time to do something for herself. Mar 20, Lisa Clarke rated it really liked it. A quick read. Jun 25, Debbie rated it did not like it. Can she stop a harrowing legacy from spreading to another generation?

Every family has secrets but the Temple family has more than most. Now those secrets are coming to light. Filled with secrets, betrayals, tragedy and ghosts, the author weaves an intricate often comic storyline that will keep you hooked. A family legacy in danger. A stranger in their midst.

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