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The Guardian

By: Nicholas Sparks
Narrated by: Isabel Keating
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Publisher's summary

Julie Barenson's young husband left her two unexpected gifts before he died - a puppy named Singer and the promise that he would always be watching over her. Now, four years later, 29-year-old Julie is far too young to have given up on love. She may be ready to risk caring for someone again. But who?

Should it be Richard Franklin, the sophisticated, handsome engineer who treats her like a queen? Or Mike Harris, the down-to-earth nice guy who was her husband's best friend? Choosing one of them should bring her more happiness than she's had in years. Instead, Julie is soon fighting for her life in a nightmare spawned by chilling deception and jealousy so poisonous that it has become a murderous desire....

©2003 Nicholas Sparks (P)2003 Time Warner Audiobooks, A division of the AOL Time Warner Book Group

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"Sparks fans clamor for his brand of love story, and with the added punch of suspense, this one will be another best seller." (Publishers Weekly)

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Worth the listen

I listened to this book in 2 days, so obviously had a hard time putting it down. I was frustrated at times to find that I guessed the obvious before the detectives but maybe that was the author's intent. On the other hand, it is a beautiful love story that touched my heart and I'm glad I listened.

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Love it

I've read the book so many times. when I saw it on audible I had to get it, but I wasn't the biggest fan of the narrator.

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Excellent Book

This is an Excellent Book and Nicholas Sparks is a brilliant author. I have listened to two of his books so far: this book and the Note Book. I love them both.

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Great Dane of a Story

The author sure understands the character of the Great Dane breed expelling their faithful, loyal nature and temperament.

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Completely awesome

I loved this audio book- I used to dread my drive to and from work - 75 min one way. Listening to this audiobook made me want to keep driving BC I didn't want to have to wait til the next day's drive to hear what happened next. The narrators voice was not boring - like u would think it would be. I love Nicholas Sparks he is awesome! This story was great! I felt like I knew all the characters personally!
I can't wait to pick out my next Nicholas Sparks book!!!!!

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Couldn't put this book down. Loved it.

This was my first book to listen to on audible and it was amazing. Love Nicholas Sparks.
I recommend that s book

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Loved this book!

Where does The Guardian rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's in my top ten for sure!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Guardian?

Near the end!

What does Isabel Keating bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She brings the characters to life more than I ever could!

If you could rename The Guardian, what would you call it?

That's the perfect name!

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A captivating novel

Enjoyed the suspense and the clearly defined characters. I think it was one of Nickolas Sparks best books. Recommend it highly

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Gotta Love Sparks!

Just another great one!! Enjoyed this one thoroughly also. Really liked the reader too.

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Another great Nicholas Sparks novel!

This was yet another great one by Nicholas Sparks! I enjoyed it very much and looked forward to my drives and walks so I could listen to it!

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