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Publisher:
HarperAudio |
Release
Date: April 13, 2004 |
ISBN:
0060548509 |
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Format
Reviewed: Audio CD / Abridged edition |
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Genre:
Fiction |
Reviewed:
2004 |
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The
Goodbye Summer
A Novel
By Patricia Gaffney
Read
by Jan Maxwell
Caddie
is thirty-two years old. She teaches piano and seems to have an
innocent view of life. Caddie lives with her grandmother (Nana)
and takes care of her. It’s the start of summer. Nana breaks
her leg and goes to a convalescent home to recover. Caddie gets
to know the other elderly patients. She’s generous with her
time and affections, whereas Nana dislikes everyone and behaves
selfishly. With her new-found freedom, Caddie looks to date and
get out more. And she does…. Through two patients, Caddie
discovers how to take risks and follow her passions. Caddie also
discovers how to deal with mistakes, surprising revelations, loss,
and moving on. But maybe the hardest part for Caddie and Nana will
be saying goodbye to summer and their memorable experiences.
The
Goodbye Summer has some inspirational moments from the viewpoints
of the elderly characters and Caddie. Caddie may be an adult, but
most of the seniors treat her like their child. They teach and guide
her. They even come close to getting them all in trouble. They share
their stories and their desires to continue on, not to lie about
complaining. They also counsel Caddie through some serious moments
in the storyline.
Patricia
Gaffney (The Saving Graces) writes a poignant, sentimental
novel. The Goodbye Summer is an endearing story that will
easily touch those who enjoy fiction novels aimed at the heart their
emotions.
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