Member Reviews
I loved this book. I thought it was the best of the See Saw Lane trilogy.
I can honestly say I experienced a full range of emotions whilst reading it.
It is one of the most beautifully books I have ever read and didn't want it to end. Looking forward to reading more by this author.
I LOVE Sandy Taylor's writing and was eagerly awaiting this book, especially after I saw the beautiful cover! And wow! What an amazing, sensitively written, emotional, poignant and absolutely wonderful story! The author's writing is exquisite and we are drawn into Maureen's world, feeling for all the characters every step of the way. This is an amazing book that I would recommend to absolutely everyone! Thoroughly enjoyed and cannot wait for Sandy's next offering.
Maureen is quite head strong even from being a child. She knows as soon as she sets eyes on Jack, the boy next door, that they are destined to be together. A friendship starts up between herself, Jack, Jack’s friend Nelson and Maureen’s friend, Monica. The friendship between these four was so heart warming to read.
Nelson is a character that won my heart right from the start. I totally loved him. He doesn’t have the best of lives to start with due to his mother, but the friendship his friends give him is something that goes above and beyond. I don’t think I will ever forget the image I had in my mind of him with his brown jumper that he literally lived in.
The only way I can describe this story is that it is very bitter sweet. There is so many nice and lovely friendships as well as moments that made me smile and warmed my heart. On the other hand though, there are a few events that had me heart broken along with the characters and had me reaching for a tissue. It is certainly an emotional roller coaster of a read.
When We Danced At The End Of The Pier is simply a beautiful and emotional read. I don’t think I can remember the last time a book moved me to tears so many times whilst reading it. I shed tears of happiness as well as sadness. This is one author who creates characters that will totally capture the readers hearts and I know that them and their story will remain with me for a very long time to come.