Wrecker
As the mother of an adopted son, I often envisioned my child in the position that Wrecker was left in life. At 3 years old, the only person he ever loved was incarcerated. An uncle and mentally handicapped aunt "rescue" him and try to raise him. Or did he rescue them? Wrecker is the magnetic force that combines a random group of people who band together to raise him and love him. In the process, they grow to love and accept each other, warts and all! While the "family" Wrecker ends up in may not be conventional, the book deftly makes us realize love is all that is really needed to make up a family. Love is all that is needed to make all the difference in the world in the life of a child. This is a finely worded, uplifting book and a great story. I would recommend it for anyone wanting a change of pace!
Rated of 5
by Kristen K. (Atlanta, Georgia)
Wrecker
This book features a wide cast of characters all scarred from events in their past. A non-traditional family forms. The book explores the concept of family and how a family can be a source of healing and wholeness for its members. Some might think the concept is too pat—damaged people healed by a damaged child named Wrecker but I was engaged by the book and loved following Wrecker’s journey from baby to young adulthood. I believe there are many interesting discussion topics for book clubs to explore.
Rated of 5
by Lucy B. (Urbana, Ohio)
Wrecker
When choosing a book, the title would be deceiving. It was a wonderful story about a three-year-old who was taken from his single mother and placed with a member of the family. There is a lot of true-life children in the same situation. As I followed the story of the young man growing up, I was looking forward to see how he would finally end up. I recommend this book. It was a good read.
Rated of 5
by Suzanne G. (Tucson, AZ)
A good story......
I enjoyed the book very much. I felt some characters could have been expanded to get a better picture of their involvement. For instance: What was Ruth's story? Or Johnny Appleseed's story? "Wrecker" had a predictable ending but the journey there kept my interest peaked. I even approved of Willow's and Len's love. And, of course, love of each family member as the book unfolded.
Rated of 5
by Shelley C. (Eastport, NY)
Wrecker
This is truly an excellent story with so many interesting elements. However, I found it difficult to read and at times almost put it aside intent on never picking it up again. I am glad though that I stuck with it. The ending was really a good payoff for me. It made me feel really good that there are second chances in life and there are strangers out there who could become really good friends; even family.
Rated of 5
by Brenda S. (Grand Rapids, MN)
An Exhausting Trip
Summer Wood obviously had a vision when writing this book; however, it was a difficult story to follow and many times I had to reread sections to be sure which character was speaking. The emotional twists of these very strong women kept a person continuing on a hopeful journey for promising resolutions. Life is messy...Summer got that part right. I'm glad I read this book...it will be with me for a long time.
Rated of 5
by WDH (New Port Richey, FL)
Good
I liked this book, but found it a bit disjointed, meaning I sometimes had to jump around a bit to pull the storyline together. The characters are interesting and it definitely brings forth the concept that family doesn't always mean being related to each other by birth, but can be what people form when the care for each other and make a life together. Secrets and moving beyond what's happened in the past to create their future are also strong elements. Enjoyed.
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