Journal Entry 1 by BananaForce from Minneapolis, Minnesota USA on Friday, March 18, 2005

In the first chapter of this haunting novel, 14-year-old Susie Salmon looks down from heaven and describers the horrifying events of her murder. As times goes on, Susie continues her curious observations while her family struggles to cope with the pain of her death. Her younger sister grows tougher and more mature, her mother goes to desperate lengths to ease the suffering, and her father begins a perilous quest to bring the killer to justice.

Suspenseful, daring, and even humorous in just the right dose, The Lovely Bones is utterly original and unforgettable tale. It transcends one family's overwhelming grief to deliver an astonishing vision of hope and love.

7 audio cassette tapes (11.5 hours) 

Journal Entry 2 by BananaForce from Minneapolis, Minnesota USA on Sunday, March 20, 2005

A very interesting listen. I was amazed at how something so horrific could be told so beautifully. This doesn't mean it is all easy to listen to. Some parts are very difficult to listen to. This story has all the emotions packed into it. 

Journal Entry 3 by BananaForce from Minneapolis, Minnesota USA on Sunday, March 20, 2005

Sent to Suebo. 

Journal Entry 4 by Suebo from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA on Thursday, March 24, 2005

Book arrived safe and sound in Philly, PA. Can't wait to listen to it!
Thanks so much. 

Journal Entry 5 by Suebo from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA on Wednesday, April 06, 2005

Excellent book. Reader does a terrific job. Highly recommend.
 

Journal Entry 6 by Suebo from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA on Thursday, April 28, 2005

Loved this book. Read it both in print and Audio.
Reserved for muffinhausen 

Journal Entry 7 by muffinhausen from Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada on Tuesday, November 29, 2005

Received in a controlled book release - thanks, Suebo! 

Journal Entry 8 by muffinhausen from Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada on Sunday, December 04, 2005

I don't often give a book a rating of "10" - but this is it! The ways in which the author treats such a macabre subject (the murder of a 14 year old girl by a sexual predator) is so surprising and moving and offers such an interesting note of hope, I found myself weeping. Do I want to hang on to this audiotape forever? YES - but I'll make it available in the spirit of bookcrossing.