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It would be difficult to anyone to resist being affected by the events recalled in A Journal for Jordan, and critics were no exception. A Journal for Jordan"is impossible to read without a sense of bitter knowledge that this principled man fell at the behest of leaders less guided by honor," noted the New York Times. In addition to being moved by this true story, reviewers praised specific aspects of Canedy's writing, which gave the book depth and authenticity. They particularly admired her hear
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First Sergeant Charles King was a remarkable man. He was an exemplary soldier, thoughtful son, devoted father and respectful companion. He was a hero on the battlefield as well as off. The insightful journal entries he wrote for his son to guide him in becoming not just a man, but a gentleman were touching. Jordan's mother Dana, King's fiancee, has written an honest, sensitive book about the meaning of love, which may help Jordan know the spirit of his father and remind the rest of the world of
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Very moving and captivating story.
Jan 09, 2009
Laura Ellis
marked it as to-read
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Wendy
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Julie
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