Icebergs: A Novel

What a book. I loved this book. My favorite character was Dottie. I loved reading about the past and the present and everything in between. What secrets does each generation hold? I felt as if I was there, when Walt was waiting for the night to pass after crashing, and years later when she is standing in front of what she assumes is Bobby's home. This book reminds us life doesn't always turn out pretty, but can be what you want it to be. Also I think it leaves you wondering what if you had taken this path vs path B? Ms. Johns is sure to be a top 10 author of all time. Her descriptions and imaginery is stellar. I couldn't recommend her enough. There was a bit left here and there to leave me wanting for me, but enough said to satisfy the curiosity. This book will be at the top of the bestseller list in no time! Don't delay, go order it today!

This is not the type of book that I normally read, so I started Icebergs with some apprehension. What a mistake it would have been to walk past this gem at the bookstore!! Icebergs is a wonderful, can't-put-it-down-once-you-start-it read. Ms. Johns' vivid descriptions transport the reader to another time and place and make you fall in love with the characters as you get to know them intimately. A gifted storyteller, I can't wait for her follow-up novel.

I picked up "Icebergs" after hearing the writer read from her book on a local radio show. I bought the book on a Friday afternoon, and read it straight through the weekend, ignoring my husband and my children in my urgency to finish it. This is a wonderful book--filled with tangible imagery and compelling, tension building scenes. I found myself yearning for the characters happiness, and wondering if their dreams will be fulfilled--will Dottie and Walt find the bliss they deserve, will Caroline see how worthy she is of love, will the final scenes provide fulfillment of everyone's desires and requirements? I learned so much about the characters through Ms. Johns' tender portrayals, and the heartbreaking events that impacted their lives. I urge anyone to read "Icebergs"--it is a book that echoes long after you put it down.

I usually read mystery/thriller, but something about the cover of this book peaked my interest and I thought I would give it a try. Best decision I have made in a long time. Plan on staying up and reading until you finish this one. The characters become real, and close to your heart. Romance, sorrow, suspense, humor. It is all here. I can't wait until Rebecca Johns writes her next book. I will buy it on her name alone. I am already a true fan!

I couldn't put this book down. It has an exciting beginning and the characters are so deep that I was dying to find out what happened to all of them.