A Note from an Old Acquaintance by Bill Walker

Back of the Book:

Brian Weller is a haunted man. It's been two years since the tragic accident that left his three-year-old son dead and his wife in an irreversible coma. A popular author of mega- selling thrillers, Brian's life has reached a crossroads: his new book is stalled, his wife's prognosis is dire, and he teeters on the brink of despair. Everything changes the morning an e- mail arrives from Boston artist Joanna Richman. Her heartfelt note brings back all the poignant memories: the night their eyes met, the fiery passion of their short- lived affair, and the agonizing moment he was forced to leave Joanna forever. Now, fifteen years later, the guilt and anger threaten to overwhelm him. Vowing to make things right, Brian arranges a book- signing tour that will take him back to Boston. He is eager to see Joanna again, but remains unsure where their reunion will lead. One thing is certain: the forces that tore their love asunder will stop at nothing to keep them apart. Filled with tender romance and taut suspense, A Note from an Old Acquaintance is an unforgettable story about fate, honor, and the power of true love.

My Opinion:

This is a tender love story about lost love and soul mates.  It really hit home because the love of my life got away from me for a year and a half, and then came back to me.  Although we weren't apart for 15 years, like Brian Weller and his true love, it still felt very reminiscent of my own life.  That's what makes a very good book.... a story that pulls you into it from your own experiences, gives you something to relate to.  This is definitely one of those books.

Although I am used to reading romance novels with a little suspense, it's always been from the woman's point of view.  This was a change for me, in that it was from the man's point of view.  It was intriguing and I really enjoyed reading through it.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read beautiful love stories, where love prevails over all, including time.  Although this is written from the point of view of the man, I feel that it is still very much a "chick's" book.  I can't imagine my boyfriend reading this book, but I could imagine it becoming a movie and getting him to watch it with me.  *hint hint*

My rating: 4.0 stars