Handle with Care
By Jodi Picoult
- Release Date: 2009-03-03
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
When Willow is born with severe osteogenesis imperfecta, her parents are devastated—she will suffer hundreds of broken bones as she grows, a lifetime of pain. In this provocative story from the #1 New York Times bestselling author, “Picoult writes with unassuming brilliance” (Stephen King).
Every expectant parent insists the same thing: they simply want a healthy baby. Charlotte and Sean O’Keefe wanted the same but instead, their lives are made up of sleepless nights, mounting bills, pity from other parents, and haunting what-ifs.
Yet, in other ways, their daughter Willow is a perfect child. Smart as a whip, beautiful, brave, and kind, Willow is Willow, in sickness and in health.
Everything changes, though, after a series of events forces Charlotte and Sean to confront the most serious what-ifs of all. What if Charlotte had known earlier of Willow’s illness? What if things could have been different? What if their beloved Willow had never been born? To do Willow justice, Charlotte must ask herself these questions and one more: what constitutes a valuable life?
“Well-written and conscientiously researched” (The Washington Post), Handle with Care is an unforgettable and emotionally riveting novel that explores the fragility of life and the lengths we go to protect it.
Reviews
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5By CorLooLooThis book is just so thought provoking and honest. Whether your a parent, a teen, or an adult with no children; surely you’ll find something to relate to and a side to choose that might also leave you questioning your own moralsCould have been great
1By ATW4I was very invested in this book despite the horrible and unlikeable mother. But the ending completely ruined anything that was good or compelling about this story.Really great storytelling
5By lmgsillsGreat readGut wrenching
5By Grandmother JoyceThe family in this story is very relatable in their mixed feelings and reactions as the story unfolds. The information about OI is heart breaking. The ups and downs of all the characters…gut wrenching. Picoult has a way of educating you and causing you to think and rethink your own perspectives.Hated it
1By HillcountryhippeI should have just given up but couldn’t after i invested myself - truly disappointing in every way. Hated the mother and there was no development or closure with the other characters. Spare yourself a waste of a read in my opinion. Nothing redeeming and a horrible ending. And a terrible subject to begin with - ugh - the mom! Being a mom did not in any way shape or form see her reasoning - just awful.Heartbreakingly amazing
5By Dmh<3There were so many moments I found myself having to put this one down to gather myself. As always, Picoult, portrays each characters emotions, thoughts, and actions so vividly. Picoult is one of my favorite authors and this book is in my top 10 hands down. I encourage you to give it a read!My favorite
5By Bunmom88This book is probably my favorite. The twist the turns and the pain. How far would you go to do what needed to be done for your child when it means destroying relationships. The ending left me stunned and mad. I was at work and finished and started fussing and the coworker asked what happened. I told her I just couldn’t believe what had happened. I can never anticipate the endings but this one left me stunned.Not the best
3By Missbecky34I was very disappointed with the ending. Not one of my favorites by Jodi picoult.Handle With Care
3By Pickles 7I've read quite a few of Jodi Picoult books and this was not a favorite. I wasn't horrible it just didn't draw me in or make me want to stay up late to finishA must read.
5By OoollalaaCompletely captivating in all aspects. Truly heart-wrenching. Tear jerking at it's finest.Amazing
5By Gmj🐒I read this book and cried at the end and I usually don't cry this book is so touching and made me look at people differently this such an amazing book but should have age restrictions please don't allow anyone underage 12 otherwise this book might be a little disturbing to them this is such am amazing book highly recommendedIt was good.
2By BeanyMomI was really caught up in the story, but the end ruined it for me. Just like "My Sister's keeper", I could've put money on it happening too. The book keeps you reading but the ending disappoints immensely. Oh well, at least I learned about OI.Wonderfully sad
5By Scrappy82This is the third book from this author that I have read and I would say it is the best so far (other books were House Rules and My Sisters keeper). The family dynamics were realistic of what you would typically find in households with a disabled child. The ending was a surprising one but that it what this author is known for,along with tackling social issues.Fantastic
5By BuffyogagirlNot always my favorite writer, but this was a page turner with a heart filed ending, worth a read!Good read, awful ending
3By NYANPICKLESAn amazing book, not too keen on the ending though.😭👍😊is one of her best books
5By *ruty*I really love the story it made me cry since the beginning to the endGreat!
4By Allie McBobOne of my favorite Picoult books. This shows the true raw nature of a human.. Charlotte acts on all the thoughts the rest of us hide away.handle with Care
4By Lonely MillionaireVery hard to keep reading, but very interesting.Great read
4By FluffrCaptivating story with interesting characters and a challenging moral dilemma
