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Cleveland Couples: 40 Inspiring Stories of Love & Commitment

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I thought this book was inspirational; a glimpse into the lives of people that you never get in your daily life. I think Kathy Dawson has a wonderful way with words, and can make what could be a mundane life appear interesting and important. I don't think it was supposed to be an in-depth novella exposing the innermost lives of each couple; I believe it was written with the intention of bringing a relationship to life for the reader. A certain amount of privacy had to be maintained, I imagine. As a journalist myself I can appreciate this.
I enjoyed the photographs, which helped me to envision each couple; I thought they were very creative and well done. We could use a book like this down here Dallas way.

You need not be from Cleveland or even Ohio to be touched by Kathy Dawson's collection of 40 heartwarming stories.

Mary Lou and Jim Beers may start out as strangers to you, but after reading the few pages that chronicle their love through times of illness and uncertainty, you will feel you know them personally. The Beers' and the other 39 couples profiled in Kathy Dawson's book open their lives to the reader in ways that are both moving and inspiring. Ms. Dawson obviously has a gift for connecting with people and encouraging them to share thoughtfully and candidly.

You may choose to devour this book in one sitting or nibble on it one story at a time. No matter your approach, you will be glad you took the time to get to know these "Cleveland Couples."

I've met and respected the Beers for a number of years. Their story is an inspiration. That being said one half of two other couples chronicled in the book worked with me at a local television station. (One has since moved on hint hint) Let's just say that to use the term "glossed over" is putting it mildly. If you want cute little stories that make you feel warm and fuzzy then by all means buy the book. If on the other hand you want to feel like you really got to know the couples featured forget about it. My significant other thought it was "romantic" especially since there were coworkers involved. Yuck! Rent a chick flick instead and save the $ difference. At least then you know you're ingesting fiction.