The Five People You Meet In Heaven by Mitch Albom

The Story:  Eddie has spent his whole life at Ruby Pier- all the way from his childhood watching his dad work there, his adulthood working as a repairman there, and to his death, trying to save a little girl from a falling rollercoaster car.  Yet when he dies, it seems like he can't escape Ruby Pier- he ends up there too in heaven.  While in heaven, he meets five people whose lives have affected his.  There, his earthly life is explained to him by these five people- either strangers or loved ones.  One by one, they each give him insight about all the things he didn't see in his time on earth.  As Eddie meets each new person, his fatal question still isn't answered- did he save the little girl?  Was it a heroic success or was it a failure?  Can the same be said about his life?

Chloe's Critique: This book is practically on every reading list out there!  I loved Tuesdays With Morrie, so why not give this a shot?  This book isn't meant for those who enjoy reading action books- heck no!  It's one of those books you read when you feel philosophical and just need to relax.  It proposes an interesting view of the afterlife and talks about old man's life.  While it uncovers part of Eddie's life, it makes you question yours too!  It's filled with lessons of regret, sacrifice, and hope, too.  While I still favor Tuesdays With Morrie, this book is still very good.

Rating:   4.5/5 Stars