Throwback Thursday is a weekly meme created by Renee @ It’s Book Talk. This meme is an awesome way to share old favorites that were published over a year ago or even books that you’re finally reading after much time has passed. I have plenty of those to share! If you have your own Throwback Thursday recommendation feel free to jump on board. Please link back to her by using the link above.
Today’s Throwback:
The Horse Whisperer by Nicholas Evans
From Goodreads:
He is the stuff of legend. His voice can calm wild horses and his touch heal broken spirits. For secrets uttered softly into pricked and troubled ears, such men were once called Whisperers. Now Tom Booker, the inheritor of this ancient gift is to meet his greatest challenge.
My thoughts on this book:
Grace was riding her horse Pilgrim in the snow which resulted in an accident–a horrible accident that cost someone their life. Both Grace and her horse are physically and mentally damaged from the accident and it will take some time for both to heal. Her mother, Annie, finds a man by the name of Tom Booker who begins working with Grace and Pilgrim. As time moves on, he and Grace’s mom, Annie, find an attraction for one another. The problem is that Annie is still married to Grace’s dad and they are having problems of their own. The accident with Pilgrim has now put even more strain on their relationships.
This is one of my favorite books by Nicholas Evans. It’s written beautifully with a gripping plot I fell in love with from the very first page. I loved the setting in Montana and nearly everything about it. There were a few characters that I didn’t particularly care for, but it was still good. After watching the movie, I’d highly recommend the book most.
4.5****
Find this book on Goodreads and Amazon:
- Hardcover: 404 pages
- Publisher: Delacorte Press (October 1995)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0385315236
- ISBN-13: 978-0385315234
Movie Trailer
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Lynne at Fictionophile
Annie at The Misstery
Cathy at Between the Lines
Amy at Novel Gossip
Diana at A Haven for Booklovers
Laurie at Cozy Nook Books
Ann Marie at LItWitWineDine
Laura at Snazzy Books
Nina at The Cozy Pages
Virginia at Rose Point Publishing
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I also enjoyed the book way more than the movie 😀 As a person who owns horses I gobbled up any book with a hint of a horse in it. This was one of them, then the movie came out. Of course I had to skip the whole beginning when Pilgrim got injured… What a wonderful pick!!
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I’m so glad you loved it too! I enjoyed the movie as well, but yes those parts were hard.
How lucky you are! We used to own horses and I miss them dearly. Maybe in the future we can have a few again. They are such wonderful creatures. Thanks for your comment! ❤
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I love this book so much and although I enjoyed the film, I prefer the book too.
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I’m glad you liked it too, Cathy. I agree, the book was so much better, but I really did like the movie cast as well. ❤
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I remember this movie from forever ago, but I never read the book. Your review makes me want to. 😊🐎💛 I also remember it as being the genesis of all future “[fill in the blank] whisperers”. 😂
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Lol! 😂 You should try it, Bonnie. I loved the writing and it was a little different from the movie in a few ways. 😁🧡
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Great #ThrowbackThursday entry! I always loved this as well. Recently got started binge watching Heartland out of Canada, horses being the main subject. So love the beauty and grace of those steeds. I could watch them all day–oh, oops. That’s the problem! 😂
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Thank you! Oh, wow! Lol. I do know how the binges go haha. 😂 I’ll have to check out Heartland because I haven’t seen it. I bet it’s wonderful!
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I never read the book, but I loved the movie. You’ve inspired me to consider reading the novel!!! We are accustomed to thinking about the trauma humans must overcome after an accident, but sometimes forget that animals suffer in silence. We have to really listen to hear what they are telling us in order to help them through!!! Love this story for reminding us of that!!!
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Julia, I think you’d like it! I was one of those who watched the movie first and then read the book.
I agree! It’s difficult as they can’t express their feelings as easily as we can. You’ll have to let me know your thoughts if you try this one. 💜
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I definitely will 🙂
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This was such a great book and movie!
Awesome choice ❤
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Thank you, Deanna. 😉🧡
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Beautiful review, favorite M! I’ve always wanted to read this book! I loved the movie! 💗
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Thank you! I think you’d love the book then. The writing is beautiful to me and the descriptions captivated me. Have a great weekend! 💕❤ xoxo
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Such a great throwback. I think I saw the movie before the book, but loved the book. It causes so many emotions to come to the surface. Amazing choice.
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Glad you liked it too! 🧡🧡🧡
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I read this book when it was released and loved it! Saw the movie and really enjoyed it but I must echo the rest of the commenters and give the edge to the book. The movie was beautifully produced but nothing could eclipse Sparks’ writing.
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I totally agree. I do like both, but the book is better. 💛😁 Thanks!
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I’ve never read the book! It sounds charming. I can feel your nostalgia in your review! 🍻🍻
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Thanks! It’s pretty good. 😚🧡
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I love Robert Redford so to me the movie was great. I haven’t read the book yet but with all the other positive comments I will add it to my list for sure. 📙🐎
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Hope you love the book! ❤
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