By now, you all probably know what a harsh reviewer I can sometimes be, but I've gotta say: Lately I've been on a roll. I hardly ever rate books 5 stars, but this is the third one in a row! The prose was gorgeous, the story line engaging, original, and honest. The academic in me loved it; the mother in me loved it. This is a great uplifting story that doesn't skirt around how hard the best things in our lives can sometimes be. I also loved learning about the saints. Highly recommended to fans of literary, women's, family, and spiritual fiction. I really enjoyed this book. Having never heard of the book or the author, I read a summary and a few reviews, and decided to take the risk. Worst case scenario, I didn't like it...but it actually turned out to be a very well written novel, with a great story line. I wasn't sure about it at first; I thought that it started a bit slow. But as soon as Schoenberger set the stage for what was to come, the story really picked up. I loved reading Harlan's emails...it was like getting to know another great character, even though he was gone too soon. I also liked how it added another point of view, rather than just Lucy's. This book makes you really think about the important things in life, and the struggles that we encounter. As a mother, my heart just poured out to Lucy when she had troubles and anxiety about becoming a mother, and once she was a mother, gaining the love and respect of her child. It was a pretty quick read for me, but I enjoyed every page.
What do You think about A Watershed Year (2011)?
There was too much going on in the book. Too many characters and too kuch drama.
—karenlovesyou
What a great read!! Very powerful and heartwarming!!
—julie9855
The main. character is weak and sometimes annoying.
—meme
it was a good book ... i wish there more
—jacksonmelanie24
