A Bend in the Road
by Nicholas Sparks
A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 116.8K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 341 pages.
About A Bend in the Road
Miles Ryan's life seemed to end the day his wife was killed in a hit-and-run accident two years ago. Missy had been his first love, and Miles fervently believes she will be his last. As a deputy in the North Carolina town of New Bern, Miles Ryan not only grieves for Missy, but also longs to bring the unknown driver to justice. Then Miles meets Sarah Andrews. The second grade teacher of his son, Jonah, Sarah had left Baltimore after a difficult divorce to start over in the gentler surroundings of New Bern. Perhaps it's her own emotional wounds that make her sensitive to the hurt she first sees in Jonah's eyes, and then his father's. Tentatively, Sarah and Miles reach out to each other. Soon they are both laughing for the first time in years . . . and falling in love. Neither will be able to guess how closely linked they are to a shocking secret -- one that will force them to question everything they ever believed in . . . and make a heartbreaking choice that will change their lives forever.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Nicholas Sparks |
| Published | 2001 |
| Pages | 341 |
| Genres | Romance, Fiction, Chick-lit, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.02 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 116,800 |
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What genre is A Bend in the Road?
A Bend in the Road is categorized as Romance, Fiction, Chick-lit, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is A Bend in the Road worth reading?
Based on 116.8K reader ratings, A Bend in the Road has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is A Bend in the Road?
A Bend in the Road has 341 pages.
Who wrote A Bend in the Road?
A Bend in the Road was written by Nicholas Sparks. It was first published in 2001.
What is the ISBN for A Bend in the Road?
The ISBN-13 for A Bend in the Road is 9780446696140.0.
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