Endless Love by Scott Spencer Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Endless Love
Book Review: Doesn't receive credit it deserves
Summary: 4 Stars
Now we all know what a mess the movie "Endless Love" was, but unfortunately this book is overshadowed by the film's horrible adaptation. Spencer does an incredible job presenting a story delving into one's psychological mind. He goes into great depth showing how a relationship can be unhealthy and dangerous. Its not a love story; it's a tale of how mental illness affects a man and the people around him: family, friends, and of course the loves of his life, Jade and her family. There is a graphic sex scene I was surprised to see as well as controversial issues slightly covered such as racial stereotypes and integration, drug use and America's radical changes in the 60's and 70's. For people who hated the movie, give the book a chance. For those who haven't seen the book, read the book first.Book Review: Don't judge a book by it movie...
Summary: 5 Stars
This book needs a rediscovery. It needs to somehow shake the stigma of a poorly received film adaptation, and be seen for what it is; a beautifully chronicled portrait of love. A wonderful tone is set from the very first sentence and keeps going until the last. Do yourself a favor and seek out this book.Book Review: Endless longing
Summary: 5 Stars
I read "Endless Love" shortly before that horrible movie came out. Like so many others, I loved the book and hated the movie. I've read it many times, and can recall long passages, actually hear Spencer's words in my memory's ear. It is one of my most fervent wishes that this wonderful book be made into a movie that's worthy of it. I'm sure it can be done.Book Review: Fascinating study
Summary: 4 Stars
A fascinating study of first love, young love, and mental disorder. The writing is superb. Author is one of the few who can write long reveries and not bore the reader. The family dynamics were described and studied so well, I was captured by these two tortured, interesting families. David's guilt and sense of responsibility to his mother, Jade's mother, his father, and Jade were overwhelming. Ultimately, love is not enough to overcome serious mental disease. Jade is a charismatic, manipulative person without even fully realizing it. And David lives on a terrible vanity/insecurity seesaw that has no happy medium.Book Review: Gross and disgusting
Summary: 1 Stars
Following this character around for 400 pages was a trial! He was immature and disturbed. There was not a single compelling or interesting character in the book. The story was flimsy. I took this book on vacation and was very sorry I did.