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All That Matters

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"All That Matters" is that you read this lovely story that confirms life with special and unexpected gifts, handed down, with love, from generation to generation. May the spirit of Gabby touch your heart as it did mine, reminding me of my "Nana" and her wisdom and zest for life. It is a very touching, yet uplifting story. A must read.

Classifying this novel as the most inspirational book I have ever read would be an understatement. Not only is it brilliantly written, this literary masterpiece captivates its readers in an ineffable manner. Cheers to you Mr. Goldstein and keep them coming!!!

I could not put this book down. From start to finish I was glued to the pages - I ended up reading it in 2 days. I was deeply moved by the characters and often saw myself in Jennifer. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who loves a beautiful and touching story.

In this beautifully written, thought provoking story, Jan Goldstein creates characters who touch our soul. Nana, who feels like our own grandmother, gives us a vision of the loving grandparent we hope we can become. Courageous and filled with the passion of a wise woman, she guides and helps heal her grandaughter. Jennifer, though troubled, is a child we want to wrap in our arms. Yes, love is the greatest medicine of all. Goldstein and his characters, Nana Gabby and grandaughter Jennifer prove this to be true. I cried, I laughed; Goldstein's book is a golden treasure.

I really enjoyed this book (All that Matters). I brought me to tears, but not tears of sadness, tears of joy. Matthew Solomon

This is such a moving story. I really fell in love with the Grandmother Gabby in the story. She reminded me so much of my Grandma who passed away last year. I laughed a lot in this book, especially when the main character Jennifer went to go see a Pschologist. I also shed many tears. What moved me most about this story was how the author so beautifully conveyed that unconditional bond between a child and her grandmother. This is a story where you feel immediately a connection with the characters and where you do not want to say goodbye to any of them. A MUST Read! I am sure this will be made into a movie soon! Thanks to Jan GOldstein for giviing me this gift~!

"All that Matters" inspired me to reconnect with my 90 year old grandfather. Life moves so quickly that while you are raising your own children you may be missing out on that oh so important link to your family history. It made me realize that the best gift I can give my children or myself is the wisdom from that generation. This book made me think of the song "Cats in the Cradle"..you can't say we will have a good time then because then never comes..Carpe Diem..we must seize the day..you get my point? Anyway when you buy the book order some tissue as well..you will need it. ARC

Just in time - as fall ushers in- so too does this delightful and meaninful read. As the air becomes cool and crips in the Pacific Northwest and the leaves begin to change this was the perfect book to pick up and bring warmth to my heart - I couldn't put it down and read the whole book over 2 consecutive rainy days. The characters were so real and I couldn't wait to see how their relationships unfolded. I highly recommend this book as the first you pick up this fall season - it is the perfect way to welcome a change in season!!!!

I bought all of his books at the same time and read them in

reverse order. No kidding! Each touched me and healed and

helped me. I am much more effective and sensitive to myself

now. I can't tell you which taught me what, I just know they

are brilliant. I gave them to a treasured friend and encouraged

her to pass them on to others seeking balance and enlightenment.

Given the rave reviews of others, I expected an absorbing, thought provoking read. I found instead a book riddled with cliches, superficial character development and a predictable conclusion. Having just read Ian McEwan's Atonement, the contrast was dramatic. All That Matters would be a good fit for the condensed novel section of a traditional woman's magazine. All That Matters is to fiction what Rod McEuan

(Listen to the Warm) is to poetry. Why do I feel that Jan Goldstein is hoping to cash in big with this one?