Buckeye by Patrick Ryan

How I Came Across It... *This novel had a lot of buzz and quickly went to the top of my TBR list. I had ordered a copy of the book when I found out Jenna Bush picked the book as her book club selection. I also picked it as book club selection for my staff. What It's About - Five Things You Need to Know... *The story takes place in Bonhomie, Ohio at the end of World War II.

*We first meet Cal and Becky who are beginning their lives together.

*The next couple we meet is Margaret and her new husband Felix.

*Both couples have their own issues in their marriage which effects the marriage and those around them.

*As the years pass, the two families paths go in their own directions, but also cross, intersect, and impact each other.

What I Thought of It - Five Observations/Reflections... *So so GOOD!!!

*This was an epic story and I absolutely LOVED everything about it.

*The writing was beautiful, the characters came alive, and the plot moved at the perfect pace.

*There were some wonderful HIGH moments along with some devastating scenes.

*I'm so glad I picked this novel for a book club selection for my staff because there will be so much to talk about.

Who Should Read It... *I have been recommending the book to everyone I've been talking to when it comes to books. I love to share the book love. I can't imagine a person not enjoying the story. There is so much to the story. Happy Reading! Rating... 5 out of 5 stars