When Crickets Cry

The author has written a story of young love that is so strong that it drives the young boy to spend his life studying and developing skills that will allow him to repair her heart and save her. A story of great love, compassion and understanding.

4-1/2 stars rounded to 5. The beginning of the book was a bit long-winded for me. A little too much descriptions that I'm not a fan of, but others may enjoy. Once the story got going (about 20% in - I read it on a Kindle), it really kept my attention and I enjoyed it a lot. Very emotional.

Definitely a page turner, beautiful setting, complex characters and plenty of redemption for everyone!A good wholesome book that tells the story of people dealing with terrible loss and trying life circumstances. It might help answer why bad things happen to good people for some.Gods hand and his grace are well intertwined with our main characters!My only grievance was the back story of Reese. He may have been described by Trump describing himself!He was the best at everything! The world’s best heart surgeon, rowing champion, best boat refurbisher, best carpenter, best McGiver! Caries a flashlight, medical kit, survival knife, all on his belt? Really?But besides the fact this perfect person could never exist it was a great read!I recommend it with an open mind that is…

One of the most powerful stories of love, friendship and the ability to truly see. This book will stay with me for a long time and has me ready to “see” again. Well done, Mr. Martin, well done!

This is the first book I have read by Charles Martin but it won't be the last. You have to be very focused to read in order to take in all the rich detail he gives, His characters become your friends and family. This story will stay with me a long time and will be read again.

This was my first time reading anything by this author and all I can say is what talent! This is a heart wrenching story, but it is so eloquently written with the MC quoting scripture and great works of literature with fluid grace. The storyline was tough, but it does have a HEA in case you’re wondering. It’s a story about heart transplants (and is very detailed) and a surgeon in hiding who has to come full circle in his journey through love and loss to give life again. I was breathless in awe throughout the book! What a gifted author!

Lots of twists and turns . The kind of book you just want to keep reading. Would highly recommend to anyone.

I enjoyed the story line and characters, which reflected complexity and connection. I didn’t find it believable that the main character would be able to jump right into surgery after 5 years of hiding, or that other professionals would let him. The ending was unexpected. Overall an engaging story.