Saving Graces: Finding Solace and Strength from Friends and Strangers

Very disappointing

Apparently I'm in the minority here, but I was very disappointed in this book. Mrs. Edwards spent a lot of time trying to convince her readers that she's 'just one of us,' but she left me feeling exactly the opposite - that she's among the wealthy elite and has forgotten from whence she came. Of course, John's $400 haircuts and their new $6 million, 28,000 square foot house do nothing to dispel that, so maybe I'm a little biased. The excessive name-dropping quickly grew tiresome (did she really have to include the name of every single person she's ever had personal contact with?) and the pages of transcribed emails and blogs seemed completely unnecessary. I do feel a little bad about bashing her, given everything she's been through, but still ... I was fairly ambivalent about her before reading this book, but that's no longer a problem. I now know exactly how I feel about her. (And lest you think this is political, I'm a registered Democrat!)

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

INSPIRATIONAL

I have enjoyed reading Saving Graces and, no doubt, will enjoy reading it again. Since the recent death of my wife and soul mate, I have suffered so. I am grateful to share in the understanding that I am not alone. Spiritual healing is what I get from this book. Thank you.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Fantabulous!

This was an outstanding book. I hope for Elizabeth Edwards to tell her story helped her a bit. To lose a child has to be the worst thing in the world and then to have breast cancer (which has to be the second worse thing in the world), and to come out of it a wonderful person is totally awesome. Definitely a book to read for all. I couldn't put this down and read it it record time.

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Insightful

In 1979, my son died from cancer, and I still think about him everyday. It's just not an easy thing to accept, so I especially appreciated Elizabeth Edward's generosity in sharing her feeling about her son with me, the reader. A part of me will forever be sad by the loss of my son, but I am also spiritually renewed by this book. Additionally, it would be an understatement for me to tell you that the story of the lady and 'her found money' in the book is forever part of my heart memories. This book is truly ointment for the soul because it is a love story of a family.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Poignant and eloquent

I would vote for ELIZABETH Edwards any day. She has incredible insight and wisdom and wow can she write!! I felt empathy with her grief and admiration for her conduct during the campaign. I recommend this book to anyone as a reminder of how to approach life in general as well as how to deal with adversity.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Amazing book by an Amazing woman

This is an extremely touching memoir by a remarkable lady. I highly recommend it to anyone who has experienced loss or is going through a trying time in their own life. She writes eloquently of the things that can separate us and, more importantly, of the things that bring us together.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Very Enlightening!

This is a very poignant book written by a very remarkable woman.

Enjoyed

Sad but all telling the strength that Elizabeth had was incredible! I was impressed by how much her family supported her. There is nothing like a close family!

ok

I bought this book because I am a 22 yr stage II breast cancer survivor, plus the same age as Elizabeth.

It went into great detail about how she felt when she lost her son, Wade. I suppose like me, at the time she was dealing with other issues and she never thought she could not beat this disease. At times I think I have beaten the disease, but with every pain or health issue I think "is it back."

I give it only a three star because it seemed more about her grief of Wade's death than anything else.

Great Book By A Great Woman

Elizabeth Edwards' book captures the remarkable story of a remarkable woman. her legacy will live on in her children. For any woman who has face the trials and tribulations of infidelity in her own life, I'd recommend that you buy "When God Stopped Keeping Score..." an intimate look at the power of God and forgiveness. It is a must read for any woman.

heartwarming

It's a true from the heart read...Can't wait to finish and start Resilience !

Amazing

This book was an amazing glimpse into the grace that this family shows in the darkest moments. I am humbled and inspired.

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