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The Longest Ride

By Nicholas Sparks
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The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks intertwines the stories of two couples from different generations whose lives converge unexpectedly. Ira Levinson, an elderly man, reflects on his deep and lasting love while trapped after a car accident. Meanwhile, college student Sophia Danko meets a rugged cowboy named Luke and embarks on a new romantic journey, facing a different kind of challenge. As the tale unfolds, themes of passion, destiny, and love's endurance resonate across the narrative.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt stories that intertwine dramatic romance with deeply moving narratives. Lose yourself in a tale where the lives of two couples, separated by time yet connected by fate, reveal profound life lessons about love, sacrifice, and destiny. It's an emotional journey that beautifully explores the enduring power of true love.

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* The bestselling novel behind the Hollywood blockbuster - in cinemas April 2015
* An epic love story in the tradition of his beloved first novel, The Notebook, Nicholas Sparks returns with this profound love story of two couples

Targeting over 2.5 million Sparks fans on social media. Global marketing and publicity around the theatre release. Working closely with the film company to promote the book.

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An epic love story in the tradition of his beloved first novel, The Notebook, Nicholas Sparks returns with this unexpected and profound love story of two couples.

Two couples. Two love stories. One epic tale...

Ninety-one-year-old Ira Levinson is in trouble. Struggling to stay conscious after a car crash, with his mind fading, an image of his adored—and long-dead—wife Ruth appears. Urging him to hang on, she lovingly recounts the joys and sorrows of their life together—how they met, the dark days of WWII and its unrelenting effect on their families.

A few miles away, college student Sophia Danko's life is about to change. Recovering from a break-up, she meets the young, rugged Luke and is thrown into a world far removed from her privileged school life. Sophia sees a new and tantalising future for herself, but Luke is keeping a secret that could destroy it all.

Ira and Ruth. Sophia and Luke. Two couples, separated by years and experience, whose lives are about to converge in the most unexpected—and shocking—of ways.

The new love story from the multi-million-copy bestselling author of The Notebook, The Lucky One, and The Best of Me. Nicholas Sparks is one of the world's most beloved authors.

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In The Longest Ride, Nicholas Sparks captivates readers with two intertwined love stories that resonate with old-fashioned tenderness and emotion. Critics highlight Sparks' ability to evoke deep feelings, masterfully weaving romantic and touching narratives, enhanced by alluring characters like a charming cowboy. The story's emotional depth and human insights draw readers in, leaving them invested in the lives of the characters.

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ISBN: 9780751554496

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 March 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 222.0mm

Height: 162.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 464

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About the Author

Nicholas Sparks is one of the world's most beloved storytellers. His books have been published across more than fifty languages with over 150 million copies sold worldwide, and all have been New York TImes and international bestsellers. He is also the founder of the Nicholas Sparks Foundation, a non-profit committed to improving cultural and international understanding through global education experiences. He lives in North Carolina.

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