Water for Elephants: A Novel

This was a very entertaining book. I never would have guessed I would like a book about a circus. But I loved it. When I first started it, I didn't know how it was going to be, but I never stop reading a book without finishing it, so I read on. The storyline sucked me in deeper and deeper, until I was hooked, and by the end of the book, I was not ready for it to be finished.

Who would ever guess that a story about a circus would be so fantastic? The author, Sara Gruen, knew that's who. Well, she was right. Jacob is lost after the death of his parents. When he is just a final exam away from his veterinary license he stumbles upon a traveling circus train and inadvertently joins. Through Jacob we get a glimpse behind the scenes of the the characters, relationships, struggles, and class warfare of circus folk. Intertwined in this interesting story of the circus is a love story. I noticed that one of the other reviewers found the love story a bit trite, but I disagree. I found the love story completely believable and the use of flashback extremely effective. Most importantly, I must tell you, I cried. I RARELY cry while reading. You are are going to dig this book!

Just don't try to read too much into it. It's a fantastic idea and the ending is a bit too romantic and incredible, but it's a great book that really makes you think over human nature and love.

I just finished Water for Elephants and could not put it down. I won't tell you why, but please read the prologue at the beginning of the book prior to starting the book.
It was such a beautiful story. It was a subject that I never thought I would interested in but boy was I wrong! Read it...you will love it no matter what age you are!

Im in the military stationed overseas..It was really hard having such a long distance relationship with my boyfriend.. we tried to find things for both of us to share..we both like reading. I had found this book and we both bought it..reading it together and talking about it over the phone was so much fun. This is such an amazing story. I recommend this book to anyone!! 5 stars!