content: I have read most of N. Sparks' books, and I have to say....THIS is my favorite!!A wonderful story of what love really is. This story takes the reader through the stages of love and marriage, health and illness, youth and maturity.I have recommended this book to so many friends and casual acquaintances. This story will touch anyone's heart. It will make you smile and it will make you cry and some of the scenes will make you laugh out loud.This book made me understand more about Alzheimers and the affect it has on it's victim and the family members dealing with this devastating disease.Do yourself a favor and pick this book up and read it. It will not disappoint you. This is not a depressing story, but rather a story filled with love and knowledge that sheds light on the things in life that really matter.