The Ghost and Mrs. Muir by R. A. Dick Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
Book Review: Have searched for years for this book
Summary: 5 Stars
My public library had discarded this book years ago and I had hunted through every used and rare bookstore for miles trying to find it. The book is somewhat different than the movie, but both are equally good. I admit finding myself listening to the CD of the movie soundtrack while reading. Truly one of the most classic romances written in the 20th Century.
As paranormal romances go, this is also a classic on a par with What Dreams May Come. If you loved reading or watching Portrait of Jennie, The Two Worlds of Jennie Logan, The Love Letter (film, Campbell Scott, Jennifer Jason Leigh) then you'll love reading this book. I've been carrying with me in my briefcase to read snippets of it every chance I get.
Book Review: I love this story
Summary: 5 Stars
I searched for this book for many years, having fallen in love with the story after watching Rex Harrison and Gene Tierney portray Daniel Gregg and Lucy Muir. After many disappointments, I finally found a newly published edition. It is a wonderful story. Lucy is a recently widowed woman who overcomes all of the barriers placed upon her gender by society. With the help of the ghost (a sea captain), she becomes strong and resourceful. When she falls in love with a mortal man, Captain Gregg sacrifices his happiness so that she may be free to marry. After a few twists and turns, the tale concludes in a romantic and happy ending. I recommend this story.Book Review: I thoroughly enjoyed the originality of this novel.
Summary: 5 Stars
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir is a wonderfully sentimental and imaginative portrait of what originality can accomplish. R.A. Dick did a fantastic job of composing a story with levity and hope in what could have been a very depressing tale. The reader is also given multiple opportunities to sympathize with some characters, while abhorring the natures of others. The most brilliant aspect of The Ghost and Mrs. Muir is the way in which the story of Mrs. Muir, a lonely, passive widow who simply wants much deserved independence, is a truly universal tale. All of us, at some point in our lives, have yearned for freedom from our oppressions, no matter how great or small they may be. Personally, I found myself supporting Mrs. Muir as she "grew a back bone" and began to lash out at those things which bothered her. Throughout this novel, we see something which seemingly many characters of today's novels lack: growth. As for the lovable Captain Gregg, we see him evolve, also. In the beginning of the story, the seaman is not well received by Mrs. Muir nor the reader. However, as time progresses, Captain Gregg becomes compatible to Mrs. Muir and readers find themselves hoping that by some twist of fate, Mrs. Muir and Captain Gregg will find a way to be together for eternity. The Ghost and Mrs. Muir is a novel to be enjoyed by hopeless romantics and cynics alike. This novel, through humor, sadness, originality, a universal theme(though steeped in an unconventional story) and well-crafted characters with depth, gives everyone hope that our problems will be solved with some degree of success in due time.Book Review: If you've seen the movie, read this book!
Summary: 4 Stars
I didn't even know that there was a book. All I ever knew was the old black & white movie with Rex Harrison. It was a movie I enjoyed. The book is a bit different from that movie. If you're looking for a "script" version, this will disappoint you. But, if you want to read the original words, then you will enjoy it. Some parts are a bit "slow". The ending will have you crying. Not a man's book.Book Review: One of the best books!
Summary: 5 Stars
I really enjoyed this book, and have read it twice already. It's a very touching love story. A widow moves into and old Sea Captain's house and she is confronted my his ghost. It is a very beautiful and tender love story. Captain Daniel Gregg is a real commanding as well as romantic ghost. Lucy Muir, the young widow grows to love him instead of fear him. I sincerly think it is one of the best love stories ever written.This is a must read. It's a decent romance story, at the same time full of passion. There's never a dull moment and it is alwsy each page, captivating, romantic, and interesting.