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Half Moon, Full Heart
by Gene Cartwright

Published: 2012-03-16
Paperback : 252 pages
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Half Moon, Full Heart? a love story spanning fifty years. Following a diagnosis of breast cancer, former Deputy White House Press Secretary, Rachel Marin's film director husband abandons her. Though a successful, professional woman, her world collapses. She attempts suicide then struggles to lift ...
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Half Moon, Full Heart? a love story spanning fifty years. Following a diagnosis of breast cancer, former Deputy White House Press Secretary, Rachel Marin's film director husband abandons her. Though a successful, professional woman, her world collapses. She attempts suicide then struggles to lift herself from the basement of her life. On a road trip across country, she stops in a small, Texas town and discovers reasons to live forever. 'Half Moon, Full Heart' has been called the best love story of the past fifty years. Some describe it as a cross between: Romeo and Juliet, Bridges of Madison County, and Cold Mountain. You be the judge.

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How are husband/wife relationships affected by illnesses that alter a partner's physical appearance?
I call this book a "Love Story" not a "Romance" novel. Is there a difference?
Can one's heart be guarded and open at the same time?
by JADickey (see profile) 05/31/12

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I suggest serving 1950s era drugstore treats, with 50s music playing softly in the background.
by JADickey (see profile) 05/31/12
Book related activities may include dressing in apparel reminiscent of the period (1950s); comparing prices of goods then and now (done in the book). For example: gas - 23 cents/$3.90; stamps - 3 cents/- 45 cents, etc. For food, I suggest hotdogs with Texas Chili, and homemade french-vanilla sundaes for dessert.

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  "Kleenex Not Included"by Jane D. (see profile) 05/31/12

My friends know I am always reserved, except in this case. I don't want to be hyperbolic but it's hard not to say this is the best "genuine love story" I have read in my 56 years. What amaze... (read more)

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