Review of Curby

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The plot very interesting so I’m looking forward to digging into this novel find out how Santinelli will be able to survive the harsh difficulties he faced after discovering a child in the road. I like suspense and mystery novels and this one is right up my alley.
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Family is everything, whether blood-related or not.
I hope Nick finally found peace after all the traumatic experiences he went through.
There's so much to learn from such a book.
Thanks for the beautiful review.
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Post by Nuel Ukah 1 »

The plot sounds interesting. I'm drawn in already.
But how does a mother carry a child for nine months, deliver it, and then discard the child in a carton in the middle of a street like trash?
I'd love to find out what happened to Curby and how Curby turned out.
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The review brings out emotions about family and love but indicates the book lacks these things.
I’m anxious to read the book myself and see if there’s a happy median, and discover that Curby finds himself with the family he deserves. Not an easy subject to write about so kudos to the author for writing the book. Good review.
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Post by mrlefty0706 »

"Curby" by Adrian del Valle is a story about an abandoned baby found in a box on the street. Nick Santinelli worked as a driver on the New York City street sweeper and one eveing he saw a worn-out carton in the street and he found a baby inside. His girlfriend was suffering from cancer and had only three years to live so he brought the baby home to become part of their family. Nick went to court to battle for custody of the baby they named Curby. This is a fast read that tells the heartwarming story of family bonds and love. I look forward to reading the book. Good review.
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Post by Chukwuemeka Ezema »

I love the storyline of this book. It brings so much warmth and joy. Nick's decision to adopt Curby was touching. Thanks for the review.
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Post by Margaret Johnston 1 »

Curby written Adrian del Valle
is a book of fiction. Tommy and Valerie had a baby, Tommy didn't want the baby, told Valerie to get rid of it.
I am definitely in reading the rest of it. Congrats on being the BOTD!
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Post by Reva Parker »

Thank you for your wonderful review. From reading a sampling of this book I really enjoyed it. I do hope that Nick gets to keep Curby for both of their sakes. Perhaps because it isn't very long, some info is left unknown, like does Jaime know all about Curby. From the sample and your review, I have decided to add this to my list of books to read.
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Post by azza lia »

The title and book's cover already give the readers the cuteness' vibe. I like fast read stories and well developed characters. This story sounds like a heart-warming but painful at the same time. I wonder if they would find Curby's biological parents. I agree if this story should be expanded to cover the missing elements of emotions and plot development. Thank you for a nice and well detailed review.
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Poor Curby!
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Post by Stephanie Runyon »

Curby sounds like a fortunate child for at least three years. I wonder how Nick gets thrown into a murder, drug abuse situation? This book sounds like it will be captivating. Nice review.
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To some extent, I admire this book. I will love to know more about Curby and how Nick handled the case of him not been the direct father. A satisfactory review and congrats to this botd.
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Post by Christabel Egbeama »

This is one interesting book. As I read through the review, the storyline progresses and with each sentence, the plot became tenser. I'm eager to read this book and see how it all turned out for Nick. Congratulations on BOTD.
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This story seems to have intriguing elements in its fold, as Nick loses Curby on the streets, and I would love to know how Nick comes out of his grim situation and finds Curby.
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Post by Stephanie Elizabeth »

It sounds like a shocking discovery that Nick made. I couldn't imagine finding a newborn baby abandoned. Hopefully, the main character is able to adequately provide for the baby. Thanks for the informative review.
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