read the book first

Rating: 8/10 (2 April 2010)

While the movie did lack a certain element, it was a good addition to the book. The book helps you understand that the reason Ronnie is so upset and resented her parents is because her dad just left one day after working on the road for a couple years. Later you find out its because her dad found out her mom had an affair and left because of it. Ronnie is not a jerk and the book helps you understand why she is the way she is. There was also some other things in the book that weren't in the movie, but that's because Nicholas Sparks wrote the screenplay FIRST and then the book so he apparently did some much needed additions. Still, even if it is a bit predictable in some ways, it is still endearing and feel good. It may not be the most original script, but it is a sweet story...