Sharon Sant

The Memory Game/Sharon Sant Though predictable, this was a sweet story that tugged at my heartstrings.
 
The premise of this book is relatively simple, but captivated me. There were really only two big characters in this book with three or so playing secondary roles, and this was odd as most conversation took place between these two.
 
I enjoyed seeing David grow and gain perspective. It was intriguing seeing Bethany open up bit by bit, but she didn't feel very dynamic, and though I grew to care about her, I would have liked to have seen her fleshed out a little more.
 
There were comic moments that could have been expanded upon, but were definitely clever and enjoyable.
 
I wasn't particularly satisfied by the ending, but I'm not sure how I would have liked to have seen it end. It's fascinating to think whether or not David was even real or if he was a figment of Beth's imagination.
 
While I probably wouldn't purchase this, I'm glad I picked it up. A short read, it teared me up and was worth the time.
 
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.… (mehr)

Guy meets girl. Guy is mean to girl. Guy dies, and comes back to haunt girl...tell me more!

I really enjoy stories about the after-life. It's a common question: what happens? Do we stick around? What if there's something we weren't able to finish? What if we don't know where to go? For David, he faces all of this, after his death from a horrible hit-and-run. He struggles to figure out what to do next, alone in the world that now seems to be moving on without him, oblivious to his presence. Well, almost alone.

Enter Bethany. Being unique has gotten her nothing but trouble from the school bullies, especially David and his friends. When he dies, she's slightly relieved. Until she sees him, after his funeral. They both realize only she can see him, and she now has a bored, confused ghost following her around. Like her life wasn't difficult enough when he was alive!

This story is much deeper than I was anticipating. As we follow David (as he follows Bethany), we see a town with a lot of issues, people who have even more issues, and families struggling through the pain of death. Several shockers and twists pop up throughout the story, constantly changing the idea of why David is stuck as a ghost.

As he and Bethany try and figure out the mystery of his haunting presence, they learn more about both themselves, and each other. A friendship grows between them, that never could have happened otherwise. Ironic...

The ending was simply amazing. I didn't see it coming, and as much as it shocked me and made me tear up, it was perfect. Between the ending, the deep and ever-changing characters, and the humor, this book is definitely a keeper. I would recommend this to anyone who thinks it looks interesting- you won't be disappointed.… (mehr)

Guy meets girl. Guy is mean to girl. Guy dies, and comes back to haunt girl...tell me more!

I really enjoy stories about the after-life. It's a common question: what happens? Do we stick around? What if there's something we weren't able to finish? What if we don't know where to go? For David, he faces all of this, after his death from a horrible hit-and-run. He struggles to figure out what to do next, alone in the world that now seems to be moving on without him, oblivious to his presence. Well, almost alone.

Enter Bethany. Being unique has gotten her nothing but trouble from the school bullies, especially David and his friends. When he dies, she's slightly relieved. Until she sees him, after his funeral. They both realize only she can see him, and she now has a bored, confused ghost following her around. Like her life wasn't difficult enough when he was alive!

This story is much deeper than I was anticipating. As we follow David (as he follows Bethany), we see a town with a lot of issues, people who have even more issues, and families struggling through the pain of death. Several shockers and twists pop up throughout the story, constantly changing the idea of why David is stuck as a ghost.

As he and Bethany try and figure out the mystery of his haunting presence, they learn more about both themselves, and each other. A friendship grows between them, that never could have happened otherwise. Ironic...

The ending was simply amazing. I didn't see it coming, and as much as it shocked me and made me tear up, it was perfect. Between the ending, the deep and ever-changing characters, and the humor, this book is definitely a keeper. I would recommend this to anyone who thinks it looks interesting- you won't be disappointed.… (mehr)