Safe Haven

This book is nothing if not predictable, but Nicholas Sparks gives his characters enough personality to make it worth your time.  Although I can say it was unlike any Sparks book I’ve picked up so far, it is still a wonderful showcase of his writing abilities.  Set mainly in present day Southport, North Carolina, Safe Haven is your classic romance novel with a dark twist.  

Let’s break it down…

KATIE

Katie is a beautiful young woman trying to start over and run from her disturbing past.  Now a small town waitress, she spends all her time waiting tables or working on her tiny home.  Although she is lonely, she refuses to develop relationships with anyone.  When Katie starts falling for a local store owner, can it work out despite someone from her past trying to interfere?

ALEX

The owner of a small grocery store, Alex is a widower and the father of two young children.  When he falls for mysterious Katie, he must work overtime to get her to trust him. 

JO

After moving in next door, Jo finds a way into Katie’s life and considers the two friends.  She’s a little flighty and a LOT nosy, but her friendship finds a special place in Katie’s heart. 

KEVIN

Katie’s demented ex-husband and a detective in Boston, Kevin is a control freak you’ll love to hate.  The chapters written from his perspective are particularly creepy and are likely to stick with you well after you put this book down.  

RATINGS

Writing Style:     8/10

Characters:         8/10

Storyline              8/10

OVERALL:       8/10

Fans of Nicholas Sparks won’t want to miss this suspenseful, contemporary romance! 

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