Review of Four Days

[Bertha Jackson]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Four Days" by Cindy L. Chatwin.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Cydney was a 17-year-old high school student when she met Deidra, a 29-year-old married woman who worked at West Valley Dental, where Cydney had a part-time job. Their immediate attraction to each other confuses them as it develops into them wanting more from it. Their love for each other goes against everything and everyone they know: family, friends, and the Mormon religion. What follows is a profound struggle between pleasing others or themselves amid restrictions of others and responsibilities of their own. Will they find happiness and love with each other against all odds? Are they soulmates? Will fate bring them together?

I enjoyed reading Four Days: Based on a True Story by Cindy L. Chatwin. The author did an excellent job with this book's character and geographic development. It was easy to visualize Cydney's growth from being a shy teenager to a strong woman who believed in herself. I could relate to Nathan's frustration when he could not find the TV remote. The cove, ocean beaches, the California coastline, etc., were also easy to visualize. I enjoyed learning more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and their beliefs. Love, guilt, abuse, friendship, fear, compassion, bravery, betrayal, and confusion are demonstrated throughout the storyline as told by Cydney. For example, Deidra's care of her grandmother showed her compassionate nature. One of the many takeaways from this book is that sometimes you have to choose between two good things, which can be very difficult. The author's writing style of putting poems, recordings, and correspondence in italics differentiated them from the rest of the narrative.

Overall, this book is a beautiful and honest love story about a love that many religions and people forbid because they do not understand, as it goes against all the beliefs and other teachings they have been taught. Although this book is about lesbian love, it has been tastefully written without any descriptive sexual scenes.

I gave this professionally edited book a perfect score of 5 out of 5 stars due to the positive aspects discussed above, my reading enjoyment, and the fact that I disliked nothing about this romance novel. It is tastefully written with only a small amount of profanity.

This beautiful love story is for readers who are open-minded about same-sex relationships. Although the Mormon Church and its beliefs play a role in this book, it is still suitable for anyone because their beliefs are not preached to the reader. They are just facts. However, you should avoid this book if LGBTQ relationships or the Mormon religion are offensive to you.

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[Nneka Bridget]

Thanks for the review. The book sounds like a heartfelt and well-written story about love and personal struggle. I appreciate how it handles complex emotions and relationships with sensitivity and depth.

[Vishal Gill]

This book show the actual value of emotions and love in human nature against all boundaries of the world. It tell us how a woman forgot everything for a person whose she love. Even, she knew that he was married.

[Corinna Borsato]

I believe this book sheds a light on the difficulties love may entail. I strongly believe we cannot choose who we love. Love cannot be directed in the most socially suitable direction, it can be fought but it's a losing game, or, as it shall, it can be accepted.

[Lawrence Stein]

The way Deidra and Cydney got attracted to each other seems magnetic and I feel that it might be near impossible for them to be together unless they are soulmate. Thanks for the great review.

[Lene Lena]

Cydney and Deidra’s relationship explores the complexities of love that defies societal norms, particularly within the constraints of family expectations and religious beliefs. Their journey raises questions about personal happiness versus external approval, ultimately challenging the boundaries of love and self-discovery. Their story invites readers to reflect on the nature of soulmates and the impact of fate in shaping relationships. It also promises an emotional exploration of love’s resilience against societal pressures, making it a compelling read for those interested in unconventional romances.

[ivy mia]

Cindy L. Chatwin's "Four Days: Based on a True Story" is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the challenges of societal expectations. The novel follows Cydney, a young woman who falls deeply in love with Deidra, a married woman. Their forbidden love is complicated by religious beliefs, societal norms, and personal responsibilities.

The book offers a sensitive and honest portrayal of a same-sex relationship, exploring themes of love, loss, and the courage to pursue one's true desires. It is a testament to the enduring power of love and the importance of staying true to oneself, even in the face of adversity.

[Blueberry Dragon]

Thanks for the review @Bertha Jackson. Sensitive handling of lesbian love in books is quite a rarity, even in these modern times, and I'll keep an eye out for the book.

[Mary John 10]

The Love Between Us follows the complicated relationship between 17-year-old Cydney and 29-year-old Deidra, a married woman they meet through Cydney’s part-time job. As their attraction deepens into forbidden love, they must navigate the challenges of family, friends, and the strictures of their Mormon faith. Torn between societal expectations and their desire for each other, the story explores themes of love, identity, and the struggle to reconcile personal happiness with duty. Will they overcome the odds to find true love and happiness together?

[Rabina Phuyal]

I like the flow of stories. Two beautiful characters presented very well and flawless. As audience, i feel the stories and characters of two beautiful soul which have different in age, gender and values.

[Naimah Agboluaje]

Review: Allooma

Hey, I gotta tell ya, this book, Four Days: Based on a True Story by Cindy L. Chatwin, sounds like a real page-turner. The reviewer said the author did an excellent job developing the characters and setting, making it easy for the readers to visualize everything. They also mentioned how the book delves into the complexities of love, guilt, and bravery.

I appreciate that the author tackled a topic like lesbian love in a tasteful manner without any explicit scenes. It's a beautiful love story, and based on this review, I reckon it's a good read for folks who are open-minded about same-sex relationships.

The review gives it a perfect score of 5 out of 5 stars, and not a bad word was said about it. So, if you're lookin' for a love story that defies the odds, this book might just be the ticket.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

That's my two cents on the matter. Enjoy your reading, my friend! Atmospheric setting, felt like another character in the story.

[Leslie coccia]

This book seems like a heartfelt portrayal of the relationship between the two main characters; good review!

[Nati Jiniya]

Thank you for this beautiful review! The book sounds interesting and unique, I'd love to give it a try. I don't have much experince with this genre, so it would be adventurous.