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The Vow: The True Events that Inspired the Movie [Kindle Edition]

Krickitt Carpenter (Author), Kim Carpenter (Author)
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Life as Kim and Krickitt Carpenter knew it was shattered beyond recognition on November 24, 1993. Two months after their marriage, a devastating car wreck left Krickitt with a massive head injury and in a coma for weeks.

When she finally awoke, she had no idea who Kim was. With no recollection of their relationship and while Krickitt experienced personality changes common to those who suffer head injuries, Kim realized the woman he had married essentially died in the accident.

And yet, against all odds, but through the common faith in Christ that sustained them, Kim and Krickitt fell in love all over again. Even though Kim stood by Krickitt through the darkest times a husband can ever imagine, he insists, “I’m no hero. I made a vow.”

Now available in trade paper with a new chapter and photo insert, The Vow is the true story that inspired the major motion picture of the same name starring Rachel McAdams (The Notebook), Channing Tatum (Dear John), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), and Academy Award winner Jessica Lange.

About the Author

Kim and Krickitt Carpenter have two children and live in Farmington, New Mexico, where Kim
is deputy CEO for San Juan County, and Krickitt works as a substitute schoolteacher.

Product Details

  • File Size: 2533 KB
  • Print Length: 194 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 143367579X
  • Publisher: B&H Books (February 9, 2012)
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B0077T2BHM
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • Lending: Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #97 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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75 of 80 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Married for just a few short months, Kim and Krickitt Carpenter were involved in a devastating life-altering automobile accident. As the physical wounds healed, it became clear that Krickitt had lost 18 months of memory. She didn't remember meeting, dating or marrying her husband, Kim. This is their true story of how their love persevered.

Quote: "Krickitt, who's your husband?" Krickitt looked at me again and back at the therapist. I was sure everyone could hear my heart thudding as I waited for my wife's answer in silence and desperation. "I'm not married." (The Vow, Page 2 and 83)

Every once in a while you read a story that is so astonishing that it just doesn't seem real. The Vow: The Kim and Krickitt Carpenter Story is one of those stories with an amazing tale of a horrific accident, intense hospitalizations and medical bills and a wife with amnesia that leaves her with no recollection of ever even meeting her husband.

The book chronicles Kim and Krickitt's life together. Beginning with their first initial meeting and their first wedding, the vast majority of this book covers their struggles after the accident, which occurred when they had been married only two months. Once it is clear that Krickitt's memory is forever altered, the Carpenter's struggle to date again, love again and eventually marry again.

The Carpenters are devout Christians and believe that God uses them infinitely through their incredible story. Throughout the book, the entire Carpenter family leans on God through good times and bad, with heartbreaking honesty. Their story is one of doubting God's plan, but having faith that God does indeed have a plan.

I found that the unsaid question at the core of this book is "What would you do?". Would you have survived the accident? Would you trust God? Would you have stayed true to your vows? Would you fall in love with your spouse all over again? Read this book to see how Kim and Krickitt Carpenter responded with grace, dignity and perseverance.

Please note: I have not seen the movie yet so I can't make any comparisons. From a quick check on the internet I can see that names, locations and a few important facts have been changed from the book. According to the book (page 164-165), the Carpenters signed a movie deal in 1996 and learned fourteen years later than the movie would be produced. The Carpenters were able to visit the movie set during filming. To quote Kim Carpenter from the book, "Though many changes were made, as is typically the case when true events are adapted for the silver screen, the basic framework was still in place and Krickitt and I felt it to be an excellent portrayal of the message of our story."

Source: I received this book complimentary from Lowell/Fairchild Communications in exchange for an honest review but the opinion is all mine.
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44 of 48 people found the following review helpful
True Commitment February 19, 2012
By bambi
Format:Kindle Edition
This review is in reply to the review "Christianty shoved down our throats". I've seen previews for the movie and want to see it. I did not realize until reading these reviews that it was based on Kim and Cricket Carpenter. I read this book a couple of years ago. I enjoyed it and was challenged at their commitment to remain true to their vows. I will say the book did seem to drag on a little longer than needed. This is a true story. Christianity is a major part of who these people are. It was not shoved down your throat, just don't read it if you don't like it. I'm not sure if the person who wrote that review would like this couple to change the true story of their life so as not to offend her. Also it is worth noting this book was written long before the movie so I am pretty sure they were not trying to make money of the hype of the movie. And as far as how they met... again a true story, people meet online and no one thinks a thing of it. I think Elena missed the part of this being a true story. You may not like it,but that does not change the story.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Amazing February 17, 2012
Format:Paperback
I have to say this is one of the most touching books I have read about true events in along time. THe love that is shown for between both krickitt and Kim and with god is just so touching and heart breaking at the same time. It is good to see such faith and devotion between two people and god. I'm glad they chose to share their love story with the world to give us hope that any couple can do it they just need faith in each other and god and that giving up is not possible! I thank these two for sharing their story (it must be extremely hard at times) and letting us see what true love is all about!
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Romantic
The book was great! It's a wonderful love story and would recommend this book to anyone. Can't wait to see the movie.
Published 3 hours ago by Jo
Amazing book :)
This book is wonderful! It tells the true story about a man and woman in a car accident where the woman has lost some memory as a result of her going through the windshield. Read more
Published 9 hours ago by Jen
religious propaganda
the actual event is interesting and would have made a good story, but the book was not about the even it was about their all encompassing relationship with jesus. Read more
Published 1 day ago by abg
Inspiring and truly remarkable story
I dedided that I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie. I have just finished the book and found it truly inspirational. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Josie Venema
This is not a romance novel just a true story
I first saw the movie the Vow and really liked it, and I had heard good things about the book, so I wanted to read it. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Gabi
a good, quick read before watching the movie
see it as it is. exactly as the title suggests. it is a well written and spiritually guided account of the highly publicized story. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Anna L Walker
Very poorly written don't waste your time
Though the story was sweet in its own way, it was essentially an elongated newspaper article. It was poorly written and told very little of a story.
Published 14 days ago by Vegan_AC
Outstanding
I didn't know much about the book and just wanted to read it before the movie came out. I was so surprised at what a strong role the faith of this couple played in their story. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Lauren
Pretty Good
I was very intrigued by this story after reading the back of the book in a bookstore. I downloaded it to my e-reader, and read it in a 24 hour period. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Juliette M. Kerr
Inspirational!
I liked the movie, but I loved the book! It's an amazing story of commitment and character! It's too bad the movie didn't depict the faith of these two people!
Published 17 days ago by Lisa D. Lesher
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God hasnt forgotten you, he said with quiet confidence. God will never forget you. He says he will never leave you comfortless, and he wont. You cant use him up or wear him out. Hang on to him, Kim. Hes the most powerful force for good you have. He wont forget you. So please dont forget him. &quote;
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