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Title: disappointed
Review: I was disappointed by this book. With such rave reviews, this book seemed like a wonderful find. Although, as the book's story drew to a close, Ms. Shapiro's ability to "pull me in" as a reader increased, overall the story lacked depth. Her straightforward narration, and undeveloped use of tension and anticipation, made it difficult to keep reading in hopes that the story would get better. The major conflicts/events, such as Ryan's death, were simply stated, and then described, draining the potential emotional power from this pivotal part of the whole book. This was the first book by Ms. Shapiro I have read. Maybe some of her other books are better.
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