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A Bend in the Road

Nicholas Sparks
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A Bend in the Road

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

Book Brief

Nicholas Sparks

A Bend in the Road

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Bern, North Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks follows Miles Ryan, a deputy sheriff in New Bern, North Carolina, as he struggles to move on after his wife, Missy, is killed in a hit-and-run accident. Miles becomes romantically involved with his son Jonah’s teacher, Sarah Andrews, who is also healing from a difficult past. Their relationship is tested when new information about Missy's death emerges. Content related to death, loss, and grieving a loved one.

Melancholic

Romantic

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

169,981 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Nicholas Sparks’ A Bend in the Road highlight its emotional depth and compelling narrative about love and loss. Many readers appreciate the well-developed characters and engaging plot twists. However, some critique the predictability and occasional melodrama. Overall, it’s praised for its heartfelt storytelling but may not appeal to those seeking more complex literary themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Bend in the Road?

Readers who would enjoy A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks are typically fans of poignant, character-driven romantic dramas that explore themes of loss and rediscovery. If you appreciate books like The Notebook by Sparks himself or P.S. I Love You by Cecelia Ahern, this novel will resonate with you.

4.3

169,981 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Bern, North Carolina • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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