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The Language of Secrets

The Language of Secrets
by Dianne Dixon
Published in USA Mar 2010,
272 pages.

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Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Sandie F. (Eaton, OH)
The Language of Secrets
One of those books that has you from page one. Lots of twist and turns that keeps you wanting to read more. Loved the ending, not at all what I expected. Really enjoyed this book and hope to see more by this author.

Rated 2 of 5 of 5 by Katherine S. (seaford, VA)
The Language of Loss
If you want a well written, depressing story, jump in. There is no hero, no redemption...only mistakes, loss and damage. The ending is supposed to offer hope, but after a life of abandonment (for Justin), smothering (for Amy), sadness & anger for Justin's family...there is no safe ground. Very frustrating to read the sad life of an innocent, little boy...and the equally sad life of all around him.

Rated 4 of 5 of 5 by Terri H. (Battle Ground, washington)
The Language of Secrets
I loved the title. I loved the cover. I wanted to love the book, but some inconsistencies in dialogue tripped me up and I would only give this book an average to good rating. Good ending.

Rated 5 of 5 of 5 by Mary Ellen B. (Hebron, CT)
Language of Secrets--A Terrific Read
This is a novel that builds gradually as the layers peel away. On the surface, it starts when a man tries to connect with his parents who he has not seen since he left home. This journey results in a shocking series of revelations. The mysteries move the story along as the pieces fall into place.

Poignant and beautifully paced.

Rated 3 of 5 of 5 by Leslie W. (Burlingame, CA)
Ho Hum
If you are looking for a quick read without any deep thinking, this is your book. If you would like something with a little more substance, choose another book. This book had too many different stories within it, you didn't know quite where the author was headed until the very end when she abruptly tried to tie everything up in a neat little package.

Rated 4 of 5 of 5 by Melissa H. (McKees Rocks, PA)
Secrets Revealed...or Not!
Quick read due to the intriguing plot and the beautiful writing. The interweaving plot is told through past and current narration, keeping the mystery of the secret alive throughout the book. Thought provoking themes on truth, who we are in relation to our past, the sanctity of marriage and the choice to enter into marriage. Look forward to other books by this new writer.
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