When Crickets Cry

Warning…this book is going to give you ALL the feels and make you bawl like a baby more than once. That being said Charles Martin somehow captures the reader and doesn’t let go. The way he describes Georgia and Reese, Emma, and Annie’s lives is exquisite yet humbling. Charles Martin has quickly shot up to my most favorite authors list. Somehow Charles helps the reader remember what it means to truly care for others even when you are deep in the thick of emotional despair. He reminds you that loving and serving others is the best medicine to a broken heart, and that continual love and service heals the broken heart and lessens the scars it leaves behind.

This book embodies the idea of finding your purpose. Whether you start young, struggle to find your way, or find your purpose once you lose your health or one of your senses. This book is a beautiful reminder of this And it also intertwines the important knowledge that God is the one that gives us purpose.

This was a heartwarming story of love found, love lost and then love found again. I usually can read a book in about 2 days but this one took 7 days because I wanted to savor ever word. One of the nicest things about this book was there was absolutely not one curse word! I am not above using “colorful” language but it was nice reading words. I strongly recommend this book for anyone that is looking for a very sweet story.

This was one of the most breathtaking books I have ever read!The characters came to life,I held my breath many times.I fell in love with Reece,I found myself praying that Termite would find peace and Jesus.If I could read a sequel to this story,it would make my heart smile!!

Charles Martin is becoming one of my favorite authors. This book is warm, entertaining, funny with a little mystery thrown in for kicks. I’ll give you a warning. Do not start reading it at bedtime-if you do you won’t get any sleep because you will be reading it all night. Mr. Martin has the ability to keep you engaged using the warm, likable characters in an engaging story of love, regret, and second chances. Just a great read !!!

I previously started this book and immediately stopped because I just couldn't stomach all the god stuff in the prologue. I tried again and enjoyed the story, but the end was pretty cheesy. I got through the bible stuff by thinking of it as an unavoidable feature of southern gothic writing. Every character is excessively altruistic to the point that I was almost rolling my eyes. All the same, I was engaged and hoping for the best.

This book is a tear jerker in the best way. A story of the heart that that is sure to fill yours! I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone. Everyone's heart needs to be reminded that it is alive and capable and full of love.

A heartwarming read about love, grief, and redemption. To feel all the love growing between the characters and the hope that grows with it was wonderful.

Everyone who loves a really good book must read this one. Its so beautifully written and so moving. Its a long timesince i have been unable to continue because I could not see through the tears. Thank you Charles Martin.

I loved how multilayered the whole story was, touching many deep emotions…. A wonderful read!

If you like good literature then this book is for you. Charles Martin has the ability to use the written word to describe a person's inner feelings and fears. The main character has suffered a traumatic experience and has retreated and rejected his former life and friends. His emotional climb back to his former self is beautifully described. We begin to understand his dilemma and his inner demons.His writing reminds me of the style of James Lee Burke. Whereas the latter describes crimes and their consequences, the former describes personal failures and how they affect, not only your own, but other people who are close to you.

Made a grown man cry, not once but three times! I must be getting soppy, anyway it was a great story if a bit grim at times.

Yet another excellent book from one of my favourite authors. Never fails to deliver