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Letters to God: From the Major Motion Picture Audiobook
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This audio download novel is inspired by the major motion picture, Letters to God, scheduled for theatrical release in spring 2010. Viewers of the film will be eager to hear more of this inspiring story. Tyler, a nine-year-old boy, is stricken with incurable brain cancer and begins to write letters to God. He turns his suffering into spiritual lessons for his widowed mother, his embittered adolescent brother, and a troubled postman. Letters to God probes some of the most important and most-often-asked questions that trouble people of faith: “Why do we suffer?” “Where is God?” “Why do godly, faithful children have to battle cancer?” This inspiring story of hope will help people from all walks work toward greater understanding of God’s presence and care.
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"I watched the movie, and then I read the book. Idk which one i liked better. 1 thing I did like was how similar the 2 were. Like I was reding it and going that is the same conversation, as in word for word, as the movie. What I also liked about the book is that there is more to the story, like before the movie starts. I like the message in the story line. I was forced to see it, but I am so glad I did. The only negative thing i have to say, is that the whole time I was reading it, I was like oh I know what the ending is. I still cried at the end of the book, as well as the movie."
— Allie (4 out of 5 stars)
Letters to God Listener Reviews
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" This story is touching, a tear jerker. While the writing style is simplistic, the message of this story is why I rated the book 4 stars. Despite tragedy after tragedy, God works in the lives of all the characters. Not everything in life has a happy ending, but that does not mean God has abandoned someone. The letters that both the dad and Tyler wrote to God show a relationship void of pretense and full of dependence on the Creator. It is a constant reminder to share ALL with Him, to make life a prayer, and to pray in the way that is honest and open and trusting. "
— Patty, 2/14/2014 -
" It gave more detailed background to the story than the movie did. Both book and movie were good! "
— Jadine, 2/12/2014 -
" It was one of the most touching stories that I have ever read. "
— Daniel, 2/6/2014 -
" it was an amazing movie and book!I had cried the first time i watched it and i am sure you did tooo! "
— bribri, 1/27/2014 -
" Very easy book to read and a very emotional book. Enjoyed it a lot. "
— William, 1/16/2014 -
" The book 'Letters to God' is a book I recommend to anyone. It is very inspirational. In the book, there is a little boy named Tyler. His dad dies in a car crash. His dad always wrote letters to God as his prayer. One day, after his dad died, Tyler started reading the letters. He didn't really know his dad because he was young when he died. Tyler started getting headaches. His mom took him to the doctor and he was diagnosed with brain cancer. God plays a big role in Tyler's life now. Does Tyler live or join God in Heaven? You will have to read the book to find out. "
— Natalie, 1/10/2014 -
" This is one of the BEST Books Ever! It is Sad, but Wonderful! A nine year old little boy Named Tyler is diagnosed by Brain cancer. His family and himself is wondering why God would let a child get cancer! This is a very inspirational book! "
— Heather, 1/1/2014 -
" We went to the Christian book store and found this book and we had to get it! Whenever Fabian has a problem he prays to God and he tells me when I have a problem to pray because "Mommy everytime I pray papa dios always helps me." This contributed to his belief and is one of his favorites. "
— Rachael, 12/21/2013 -
" what a beautiful story...truly touched my heart. "
— Aileen, 12/20/2013 -
" I watched the movie before I read the book. The movie was kinda choppy, hence I decided to read the book. Was still an awesome story and still made me bawl at the end. "
— Jennifer, 12/18/2013 -
" I know this is gonna sound cheesy but...it made me laugh it made me cry if the movie is half as good as the book I can't wait to see it "
— Joanie, 11/27/2013 -
" This was an awesome, clean, great read! It showed the ups and downs of life, and how God stands beside and with us ALL the time - whether it be during good and bad times. A must read! "
— Tracy, 10/29/2013 -
" a very heart-warming story about a 9 year old that teaches us how to appreciate what we have, because somethings don t last forever. "
— Laine, 10/29/2013 -
" Good book - heart wrenching in places - specifically wanted to read the book where I could put it down in between tears versus see the movie ;-) Cancer is a BAD thing - no way to sugar-coat it. "
— Judi, 10/24/2013 -
" This was a very touching story ! It was sad yes, but it was nice. I was okay with the ending because it was peaceful ! I absolutely loved it ! Can't wait to find the movie to watch (: "
— Ashweee, 9/19/2013 -
" This book was absolutely amazing! I cried throughout the whole book because of how touching this book was. Makes you realize how wonderful a child-like faith is and is encouraging to adults to know that we should seek to have this kind of faith in God! "
— Lauren, 7/22/2013 -
" Movie was ok......book was awesome!!! "
— Angella, 4/7/2013 -
" Extremely touching. Could not put it down. But be sure to have a box full of tissues handy throughout the novel. "
— Victoria, 2/18/2013 -
" love this story..im berely in the third chapter and i cant stop reading it. "
— Selene, 10/26/2012 -
" This book was easy and quick to read but seriously sad. Not sure how I feel about it. I knew going in it was sad and as the story went along---I also knew what was going to happen would be sad. Won't say it was a bad book but very sad yet also uplifting message through out. "
— Robin, 9/20/2012 -
" this is a good Christian book "
— Natalie, 5/23/2012 -
" This book was "eh", slow and predictable. I read it for a women's book club. I'm not too shocked it's going to be made into a movie. "
— Michelle, 3/16/2012 -
" One little boy's letters, an amazing lesson in prayer, an inspirational story of hope. You will laugh and cry! Everyone should read 'Letters to God A Novel' "
— Sandra, 1/21/2012 -
" Good book, has a sad beginning and end tho. "
— Courtney, 11/12/2011 -
" Can't wait to see the movie! "
— Michelle, 10/29/2011 -
" Great book! It made me cry. What a comment on what one person, or child, can do and how we affect the people around us. "
— Lisa, 10/18/2011 -
" This was a beautiful story, but keep the Kleenex handy. "
— Libbi, 9/9/2011 -
" Solid positive story line. Could use some fleshing out of the characters, but overall is a quick pick-me-up read. "
— Tamra, 12/17/2010 -
" Great book- quick read. I'm looking forward to the movie coming out. "
— Molly, 7/21/2010 -
" This book was "eh", slow and predictable. I read it for a women's book club. I'm not too shocked it's going to be made into a movie. "
— Michelle, 7/15/2010 -
" I thought that this book was rather good but lacked character depth and emotion in areas. However, I enjoyed the book and will read it again at a later date. "
— Kafal, 7/12/2010 -
" what a beautiful story...truly touched my heart. "
— Aileen, 7/11/2010 -
" love this story..im berely in the third chapter and i cant stop reading it. "
— Selene, 6/2/2010 -
" beautiful book about a beautiful boy and his amazing faith. LOVED IT. "
— Melissa, 5/31/2010 -
" This was an amazing book. It was so heartwarming and had a great message. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone! "
— Robyn, 5/21/2010 -
" Powerful, sad, beautiful. I would read it again in another year. "
— Kitty, 5/2/2010 -
" This book was based on a great story, but I felt that the character development and depth of the story was seriously lacking. This could have been a 5 star book if it would have gone deeper. It almost felt like a "Cliff Notes" version. "
— Jeanne, 4/14/2010 -
" This is one of the BEST Books Ever! It is Sad, but Wonderful! A nine year old little boy Named Tyler is diagnosed by Brain cancer. His family and himself is wondering why God would let a child get cancer! This is a very inspirational book! <br/> "
— Heather, 4/11/2010
About the Authors
John Perry is a former advertising copywriter and founder of Wolf, Perry & Clark Music and American Network Radio. He is the author of Sergeant Alvin York; Unshakable Faith, a dual biography of Booker T. Washington and George Washington Carver; and Lady of Arlington, the biography of Mary Custis Lee, wife of Robert E. Lee. His Letters to God was a New York Times bestseller. He now lives in Nashville.
About Kate Mulligan
Kate Mulligan has acted with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival for more than ten seasons in productions including Hairspray, Alice in Wonderland, and Sense and Sensibility. Her film and television work includes Being John Malkovich and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.