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READER REVIEWS FROM FIRST LOOK

9/07/2005
The following are reader reviews from the Harper/Collins First Look program for I'LL NEVER BE LONG GONE. First look allows readers to sign up to get advance copies of books.

Reader Reviews from FirstLook

"This book grabbed me right from the first page and held my attention all the way to the end." --A. (Lynn, MA)

"This empathetic and heartfelt novel was enthralling and heartwarming. The writer is a master storyteller who captures the characters' personalities and can mesmerizes you with the dilemmas in which they are thrown. We sympathize and understand their conflicts and feel enticed into this wonderful story. Nothing but accolades will do for this exceptional novel." --Sharon (Albuquerque, NM)

"This is a delicious book! It's beautifully written with cooking descriptions that will make you wish you were a chef and a love story that will fill up your heart. Enjoy!" --Bettye (Phoenix, AZ)

" ... beautifully written ... a great book group read." --Ronna (Potomac, MD)

"Excellent ... wonderful development of characters ... a must read." --Penelope (Arlington Heights, IL)

"It's a bit like comfort food: it goes down easy, it's warm, and it heads straight for the heart." --Susan (Urbana, IL)

"It is a wonderful blend of family and food. You can feel the characters. Mr. Greene is truly a great new voice in literary fiction. It will be a pleasure to pass this new novel along ..." --Dan (BUffalo Grove, IL)

"I was entranced with this wonderful novel. A book written with feeling, depth and meaning." --joel (Albuquerque, NM)

"It is a good read and leaves you wanting more." --Patricia (Sand Springs, OK)

"I completed this book in one evening, completely engrossed. Look forward to the next novel by this author." --Gerry (pittsburgh, PA)

"I was very impressed with this author's writing style. His vivid descriptions of food, the restaurant and the town of Eden were amazing. His characters were endearing and extremely likeable. I couldn't put this book down until it was over. I would highly recommend this book to all!" --Fran (Freehold, NJ)

"This book is beautifully written. Greene does an incredible job…I would highly recommend this book, especially to a book club as it would invoke great discussions!" --Erica (Peterborough, NH)