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Audrey Rose

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"Audrey Rose" is not only a great book, of a family torn apart, by what they don't even beleive in, but it also presents a good representation of reincarnation.

When Hoover's own daughter died, he was heart broken, but then he heard from a respected psychic that his daughter was still alive. He made the decision to find her, but how would you feel and how much you would you believe, from a man who is certain you have his daughter, reincarnated in your own child?

And what happens when you start to believe it?

First, this book fails somewhat as a horror novel, because the author didn't explore/exploit the horror elements as much as a horror fans like me would have liked to see. Yet, a horror fan will find the novel satisfying, nonetheless. Mostly, the novel succeeds at the metaphysical level, challenging the reader's core beliefs about who we are as a race, and what becomes of us after death. Therefore, the book has a broader appeal. The one problem with the book, however, is that it bogs down into a courtroom drama, thus ruining the pace, although the content here is engaging. Also, the ending is somewhat disappointing. I'm not sure if three stars is more suitable, but the book is a good read, regardless. Also, be sure to check out the film, staring Anthony Hopkins. It's a faithful adaptation.

This is one of those intriguing, suspenseful novels that stay with you for a while. It's the story of a little girl who is experiencing terrifying and painful episodes. As the story progresses it seems that they may be the result of a past-life trauma which for some reason she if reliving in her new body. The dramatic episodes and mysterious past-life are fascinating, frightening, and gripping. It's a great escapist read that draws you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat.

I read this book for the first time when I was 13, it made me reason why are we in this world. You will be caught by the plot and won't be alble to let it down.

When Hoover discovers his daughter has reincarnated in Ivy, tries to let out her personality to have her back. Would you let him near your daughter?

I read the book Audrey Rose and I found this book to be a page-turner because the reincarnation plot was fascinating and I really liked the characters and I highly recommend this excellent book! I would read this again. Is there an audio book recording of Audrey Rose? Since I already raed the book I think it would be nice to listen to an unabridged audio recording if one was available.

I read this book when it was first released some thirty odd years ago, and I really enjoyed it at the time. In rereading it, I find that I enjoyed it less the second time around.

The story line is fairly simple. Elliot Hoover is a distraught man who lost his wife and five year old daughter, Audrey Rose, years ago in a car accident in Pennsylvania, where they lived at the time. The car went up in a ball of flames with his little girl trying unsuccessfully to get out. He now firmly believes that his daughter has been reborn in the body of another little girl, Ivy Templeton, who lives with her parents in New York. He also believes that his daughter was reincarnated too soon and now lives in torment in Ivy's body.

The book details Elliot Hoover's efforts to help his daughter, and the Templeton's efforts to help theirs. Some parts of the book are interesting, while other parts drag on at times. I was not sorry when the book ended. Still, those who enjoy books with supernatural portents or who are interested in the topic of reincarnation will derive some enjoyment from this book.

I like reincarnation stories and the like, but after trying to get through Audrey Rose twice, I gave up. I think the thing that bothered me was the author's attempt to convince the reader that reincarnation is true--he cites various religious books from around the world.

In my opinion, a fiction writer should lead the reader toward a suspension of disbelief, not beat him over the head with facts and arguments. Little clues should add up that allow the reader to get lost in the story.

I loved the "Exorcist" and "RoseMary's Baby," but Audrey Rose just did not work for me.

The story is simple - distraught man loses wife and daughter in horrific accident, decides that reincarnation exists and stalks the family he believes has his daughter. Police do nothing until he kidnaps said child, who was having no issues until he showed up in their lives. Trial occurs, child dies, and suddenly, Audrey Rose is at peace.

De Felitta never makes a strong case for reincarnation in this novel. He omits a glaring fact that the parents, one of whom seems fairly intelligent and rational, would have pounced on in regards to the reincarnation fallacy that Hoover was trying to feed them - Hoover walked Ivy home from school one day and that was when all the problems began. It would have been very easy for him to hypnotize her and plant these memories in her mind.

Or, as De Felitta wants us to believe, Audrey Rose came back as Ivy, and is harming her. She must deal with the trauma of her death before she comes back, which is why she ultimately killed Ivy. So, lets go write a sequel about her returning quickly again to torment another child. Yawn.

I read this book back when I was in high school (1987), and it scared the pants off of me. Now over 20 years later, I still remember that book with fear. I love reading books, but alas, that is one book I shall not ever read again. It scared me more than The Shining, Cujo & The Exorcist together. More power to those with a strong stomach, it is a good book, but not to read before bed.

The book arrived in a timely manner and was in condition described. It was packed very well. Thank you very much. If the occasion arises that I need to use this vendor again, I will do so with pleasure.