Every book Mr. Sparks writes becomes my latest best book. His story is always about love, family, loss, God, and love again. He always makes me cry, and fills my heart with joy. Waiting for his next book is difficult but then it all becomes worth the wait because his books are just that good. Thank you for another reason to go on.

I just love how Nicholas tells a story. This book grabbed me from the beginning and wouldn't let me go. I loved how the story was told in multiple points of view from Kaitlyn, Tanner and jaspers. Just a wonderful tale of lost and found family.
Thanks to the publisher for my net galley copy for my honest review.

Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks was absolutely beautiful and heart breaking. Nicholas Sparks always manages to exceed my expectations. Counting Miracles was such a beautifully written and powerful story.
Such a good read, definitely worth reading.
Thank you to netgalley for the free advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was able to read an early copy of this book. I haven’t read anything from this author in a long time and was pleasantly surprised. We didn’t go super deep with characters but the storyline between three people tied together beautifully. It was a quick read that I will recommend to others.

Following two different but connecting storylines, Counting Miracles is about finding home. For Tanner, a former Army Ranger, that means being told secrets of his past and then going on a search for the unknown when his life had been filled with not being able to settle down. His search leads him to Asheboro NC where he ends up meeting a divorced mom and doctor, Kaitlyn, who isn’t like anyone he’s met before and he’s intrigued to learn more about her.

Then there is the storyline of Jasper, a 80-something year old man who many are scared of because of the burn scars on his face. He lives a solitary life along with his faithful dog Arlo. He loves the forest around him and when he hears of a possible albino deer being hunted, he feels that he has to protect it.

This one surprised me and I wasn’t sure how I would like it when I started out. However, as the story continued, I loved the way the characters grew on me. I also loved how the storyline of Jasper referenced the Bible so much and how the story of Job was evident throughout the telling of his life.

Thanks NetGalley and Random House Publishing for the ARC ebook. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

While I was engaged throughout the entire book, it was the connections in the last few chapters that were really satisfying. I enjoyed the writing and the interweaving of the stories and characters. By the end of the book, I didn't want it to end. I wanted to know more and what happens next with the characters. It's not that there was a cliffhanger, but it was compelling to continue learning more about the future of the characters. Overall, I enjoyed this book.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! Nicholas Sparks is one of my favorite authors. This book had so many emotions going through it. The characters are wonderfully written and I couldn't put this book down.

You never can go wrong with Nicholas Sparks. Having read all of his books, I’m amazed how he continues to write even more great books! Counting Miracles was a beautiful read about family connections, figuring out where one belongs, and romance. Nicholas Sparks has the ability to make you care about the characters and feel the bond. While the story focused on Tanner and Kaitlyn, I adored Jasper and Arlo! Such a good read that I binge-read in two days. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

This wasn't my favorite Nicholas Sparks book (that goes to a A Bend in the Road) but I really did enjoy it. Sparks is a genius with intertwining storylines together and that statement holds true with Counting Miracles. I flew through this book and couldn't wait to see to how it connected and who died. Because let's be real, someone typically dies in a Sparks novel.

I loved how Tanner was Kaitlyn and her kids. The romance with the two were great but him with her kids were great. The side story with Jasper, the town recluse I loved the best though. Jasper went through a lot in his life and it shows. But he's a great person who just looks different and people should take the time to get to know him.

Counting Miracles is all about following your heart and trust dogs, because let's be real dogs are everything.

4.5 Stars!!!

I have been a Nicholas Sparks fan since I was a teen. I have loved every single book. This one wasn't any different. The way I squealed when I was approved for this. It is a bizarre feeling growing up loving an author's writing, and then having the opportunity older as an ARC reader. Thank you so much Random House Publishing and NetGalley for giving me this ARC!

Counting Miracles is an emotional story from the point of view of three characters that endure heartbreak, hope, and build faith. I came to love each of them. Throughout their journey I felt heartbroken or elated for them. If I could reach in and hug them all, I most certainly would. The character development is phenomenal. Jasper has a special place in my heart.

A new official favorite from Nicholas Sparks. Prepare to laugh and sob throughout it.

This one will leave you feeling grateful for all of the little things we take for granted at times.

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Nicholas Sparks never lets you down. He always delivers a book that you will enjoy. This is no exception.
I loved the story and the characters became real to me.

Jasper tugged at my heart. He had suffered so much in his life. But he never lost faith. The kindness he received from his Doctor and her son was a blessing. More than a blessing because it brought him Tanner.



Great book.

Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks

From the acclaimed author of The Longest Ride and The Notebook comes an emotional, powerful novel about wondering if we can change—or even make our peace with—the path we’ve taken.

“Sparks is superb at what he does. The setting is postcard perfect. The characters are immensely likable. . . . This is a tidy miracle you can count on.”—The Washington Post

Tanner Hughes was raised by his grandparents, following in his grandfather’s military footsteps to become an Army Ranger. His whole life has been spent abroad, and he is the proverbial rolling stone: happiest when off on his next adventure, zero desire to settle down. But when his grandmother passes away, her last words to him are find where you belong. She also drops a bombshell, telling him the name of the father he never knew—and where to find him.

Tanner is due at his next posting soon, but his curiosity is piqued, and he sets out for Asheboro, North Carolina, to ask around. He’s been in town less than twenty-four hours when he meets Kaitlyn Cooper, a doctor and single mom. They both feel an immediate connection; Tanner knows Kaitlyn has a story to tell, and he wants to hear it. To Kaitlyn, Tanner is mysterious, exciting—and possibly leaving in just a few weeks.

Meanwhile, nearby, eighty-three-year-old Jasper lives alone in a cabin bordering a national forest. With only his old dog, Arlo, for company, he lives quietly, haunted by a tragic accident that took place decades before. When he hears rumors that a white deer has been spotted in the forest—a creature of legend that inspired his father and grandfather—he becomes obsessed with protecting the deer from poachers.

As these characters’ fates orbit closer together, none of them is expecting a miracle . . . but that may be exactly what is about to alter their futures forever.
I recommend this book.
Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks is a 4 star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Nicholas Sparks.

His grandparents had raised Tanner Hughes. He followed in his grandfather’s military footsteps to become an Army Ranger. His whole life was spent abroad and was the happiest when he was off on his next feat with zero desire to settle down. When his grandmother passed away her last words to him were find where you belong. She surprises him with the name of his unknown father and where to find him.

Soon Tanner will have to report to his next post but his curiosity was peaked so he starts off to Asheboro, North Carolina to talk with people. He was in town for less than 24 hours and he met a doctor who was a single mom named Kaitlyn Cooper. An immediate connection was struck up between the both of them. He wants to hear her story that he believes she wants to tell. Kaitlyn feels Tanner is mystical, exciting and probably leaving in a few weeks.

Nearby Jasper, an 83 year old, lives in a cabin all by himself other than his dog Arlo bordering the National Forest. He lives a quiet life but is haunted by a tragic accident which happened decades before. When Jasper hears of a legendary creature, inspired by his father and grandfather, a white deer spotted in the near forest makes him obsessed with protecting it from any poachers.

A miracle may be exactly what alters their futures forever unbeknownst to all these characters as their fates are orbiting closer together.

Nicholas Sparks weaves a tale of characters that you become engrossed in. Each one is more interesting than the next. Each characters’ lives infringes on the next which is so entertaining. There’s lots of human element - family, loss, love and finding oneself which makes this an unputdownable novel! Of course, there is a budding romance between two of them that keeps you wondering. You won’t want to miss this one! A must read!

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers in letting me read this book and allowing me to leave an honest review.

Nicholas Sparks strikes again!! I always love his books and this one was no exception. It's both heartbreaking (as you can almost always expect from his books) and a beautiful story. While I guessed where the book was heading, it didn't make me love it any less. He writes characters so well. Jasper is a new favorite! This book does have biblical ties and questions about faith. Overall I throughly enjoyed and can't wait to see if it becomes a movie!!

Yet another amazing book from Nicholas Sparks. I loved the triple POV. It kept things exciting and the story moving. The only thing I didn't like was it ending too quickly. I would have liked more information on what happened between Tanner and Kaitlin.

Oh Mr. Sparks....
I wanted to love this book, but as much as I liked the idea of the Veteran finding love while in search of his biological father, it was boring. Thank you so much for the ARC for an honest review.

This was a good story that mostly focused on Jasper and his life. Although, he had an interesting life, I wanted more of the story of Tanner and Kaitlyn. I would've enjoyed the book more if I had gotten more of them together. With all of that being said, I could definitely see this being made into a movie.

I did enjoy this story as I do all of Nicholas Sparks books. It was told on a deeper level as is usual with his stories. However there were 2 different storylines throughout the book. I guess I feel for the more sub story and felt unfinished and left me wanting more. I wanted to know how it was all going to turn out. Appreciate what others might see in the story but ultimately not one of my favs from him.

Yet another good book by Nicholas Sparks. I’ve read every one he’s written and enjoyed them all. This one kept my interest and I liked the way the story ended.

I haven't read a Nicholas Sparks book that I haven't enjoyed yet! This is no exception. I loved the military background, the "old man", the adorable (& super smart) puppy, the teenage daughter, a bit of romance, and a national forest! What's not to love? I felt the characters were well thought out and I felt like I really got to know them. Highly recommend!