Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks

Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks Book Summary

BOOK SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
7,789
BOOK PRICE
$8.99

In a small North Carolina town, a mysterious and beautiful woman running from her past slowly falls for a kind-hearted store owner . . . until dark secrets begin to threaten her new life.
When a mysterious young woman named Katie appears in the small North Carolina town of Southport, her sudden arrival raises questions about her past. Beautiful yet self-effacing, Katie seems determined to avoid forming personal ties until a series of events draws her into two reluctant relationships: one with Alex, a widowed store owner with a kind heart and two young children; and another with her plainspoken single neighbor, Jo. Despite her reservations, Katie slowly begins to let down her guard, putting down roots in the close-knit community and becoming increasingly attached to Alex and his family.

But even as Katie begins to fall in love, she struggles with the dark secret that still haunts and terrifies her . . . a past that set her on a fearful, shattering journey across the country, to the sheltered oasis of Southport. With Jo's empathetic and stubborn support, Katie eventually realizes that she must choose between a life of transient safety and one of riskier rewards . . . and that in the darkest hour, love is the only true safe haven.

Safe Haven Book Details

Book Name Safe Haven
Genre Fiction & Literature
Author Nicholas Sparks
Published 14 September 2010, Tuesday
Price $8.99
E-Book Size 1.28 MB

Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks Book Reviews

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Mel bookworm

Safe Haven. Loved this book. Read it twice and saw the movie. Nothing better than a wonderful Nicholas Sparks book to spend the day with. This one did not disappoint. Heart-warming!

Brunaacali

Awesome book!. The book was great all along! Couldn't stop reading it. It was a little vague tho I wish there was one more chapter to finish it!

ACnVA

Fantastic book! Love it!!!. I highly recommend reading this book. It was an awesome read without anything sexual. The love story is amazing and I truly enjoyed it. Just....wow!!!

Rumrac

Glad I read the book before movie. The movie was terrible, the book excellent. The lead heroine was mid-cast in the movie. One I will say is that Nicholas Sparks can write some good crazy! Tierney (crazy cop husband) was very far gone. That character element read like a Koontz book!

Emmy52984

Amazing!. This book is amazing! Best book I've ever read!!! I love all the characters. I'm thinking ill read it again!

Tj507

Must read!. Awesome book! Keeps you on the edge of your seat!

Lkkfjfjr

Tear jerker. Such a great book. I couldn’t put it down. Grab some tissues.

Shisum

Great :). After reading "The Lucky One" I gave up hope in Nicholas Sparks books. This one was great though, and I know I will continue reading his other books. This one was a little boring in the beginning, but it really picked up and I couldn't put it down :)

SSlocat

Safe Haven. I loved it. Gripping story

IPhone and Mac user

Fantastic!. Keeps you guessing right to the end! Truly a great book!

Shones719

Safe Haven. I love all of Nicholas Sparks' books but this is Nicholas Sparks at his best!

Tiffanik@ble

Simply a great book. I couldn't put it down until I knew the entire story. I could feel the emotion of each character. Such a great story!!

Etty88

Could not put it down!. I really liked this book. I am not a fan of romance. Usually, I find them annoying. However, the book was cheap and had a good ratings so I got it. I enjoyed every page. Once I got past a third of the book I could not put it down!! Great ending too.

Vicky 130512

Great!!. A must read!!!

RachelSchoonover

safe haven!. one of the best books I've read!!

MsMris

Great read!. This such a prevailing story of love and very suspenseful! One of my top favorites besides the The Notebook from Sparks. Sparks is such a talented writer! More please!! :)

AnyaParrish

AMAZING. The book was amazing! Couldn't put it down! Love Nicholas sparks and all his stories

Very Happy Apple Customer

Great Story Teller - Horrible story line. Ugh, a tough read, but might be a bad experience that can produce a better attitude toward those who suffer this kind of life. Needed the ending.

Poopinmapants69

Good I. Great book I have a big willy

Lakewaco

Never Ending Love. Great mystery and love story. You’ll laugh, you’ll tear up, you’ll smile and you won’t be able to wait for an end you didn’t expect, but you’ll love it.

James Wronski

Captivating!. I had seen the movie first and while I was browsing in target, I realized that the preview for this book was on the nook there. Knowing I loved the movie I tried getting the demo for myself! Shortly after I got the book and finished it later that week! It was truly a captivating book and it had me on every paragraph.

Emmi R

Speechless !!!. Just wonderful story, beautiful end!! Make me laugh, make me sad, make me cry and sometimes make me angry but most of all make me fall in love with all the characters... Just love to read it!

Jodog6

Favorite Book Yet!. This is the only book I've ever read where I can't put it down! Sparks did an amazing job with the twists and excitement along with the amazing love story❤!

CarleeMoser

Safe Haven. It's an exelant book and just makes me wanna read it again

OKIE COWGIRL

Swful. Long and boring. So predictable. A classic sleeping with the enemy story copied. Sad and depressing. Wish I had my $2.99 back!!

#1Nahnah

Safe Haven Movie. First I read the book, as I usually do. Then I saw the movie, it was good but somewhat disappointing. The reason I say that is that it did not follow the book as well as I thought it could have. The book was fantastic. Please keep writing. Mary Sperry

1angel465

Amazing. Such a great, suspenseful book. I couldn't put it down!! I'm in highschool and i would definately recomend this book for anyone my age or older. Honestly one of the best love stories I've read in a long time.

Sweetgrl82

Great book!!. I was glued to every page!!

Masterzach3001

Amazing. It's amazing what life brings to you and it's great to know that anybody can over come anything. Your past makes you stronger and wiser for what's to come ahead

Singer019373

Good book. Thriller and romance

Zivalilasidney

Safe Haven. A wonderful read that was hard to put down!

JN812

Ridiculous Story. I forced myself to finish reading this book because I'm one of those people that always has to complete a book - no matter how bad it is. I like romance novels, but this was just so over the top predictable and cheesy. The ending is also absolutely ridiculous and unsatisfying - don't waste your time reading it.

Samantha Vera

Over-Rating. The best book full with eximent and over joy and you won't put down ❤️

Chloworm

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. This book is the best book I've ever read!!! I love it!! Its full of drama, suspense, love, and faith. It's absolutely beautiful.

ES the horror fan

Terrific love story, terrific thriller!. The Guardian is an even better thriller from the same author, but fans of Nicholas Sparks will love this book! I know what I’m talking about because I’m a fan, even though this is one of only five books I’ve read by the author! The love story is the kind of sweet, touching romance you would expect from Nicholas Sparks and, as a thriller, it’s very suspenseful, building to quite a frightening climax! Highly recommended! A pleasure to read!

S Wynn

Should not be classified as romance. Not one of his finest. The writing was a bit clunky with the alternating point of views at random times. It wasn't consistent. There wasn't a lot of romance, just a few dates here and there. Didn't get to see the main characters develop together. The only thing enjoyable were the children. *SPOILER* - The twist at the end was so cheesy and inauthentic. Felt like the author wasn't sure how to tie the story together and came up with it.

Nchighlandscot

Great. My first Nicholas Sparks book. Wasn’t disappointed :)

NinjaYogini

Very Good Read. I am a tough crowd as far as books go and this one pretty good. I loved the story line, but some of it was predictable. Nonetheless I really enjoyed the read.

Jilly Jules's

Safe Haven. This is a great story of love and survival. I absolutely loved reading this book. The book keeps your interest the entire time which makes it hard to put it down. Read this book and you will be glad that you did. ~ LMozeak

Ariez81

Great read!. Determined to read the book before I watched the movie & SO glad I did! Great book, unbelievable ending! Loved it!

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Awesome!. My first N. Sparks book and I couldn't put it down! Now one of my favorite books. Would definitely recommend it!

Janie's Library

Great beach read. Someone who rated this book a 1 said it was “predictable.” It was relatively predictable that the two main characters would become involved. However, this book was anything but predictable. Occurrences in the plot were quite surprising and remained surprising to the end. Enjoyed it very much.

Suzy Layman

Safe Haven. I thought this was a great book. It kept you very interested on what was going to happen next by hanging you into the suspense of it all and then turning to mixed feelings of why people do what they do.

Doggir

Best book in the World!!! ❤. I read this book in 4 days!! I loved it so much!! I made a promise to myself to read the book before I watched the movie. That was a good idea! I absolutely loved this book.

SaintJadore

safe haven. Absolutely LOVED this book I am a fan of Nicholas Sparks books and I think this one may have taken the big win! I recommend this book for any and everyone!!! The book is SOOOOO much better than the movie. As is usually every book compared to its movie ha

Tennis. &. Oreos. Rock!!!:)

💜Love this book!!💜. I absolutely love this book!! Nicholas Sparks is such an amazing writer!! Buy this book!! So much better than the movie!!💕

Dia0913

Speechless!. Excelent love story! Nicholas have a wonderful imagination.

Aidesarah

Great book. I love reading this author. I cannot read the next book. Now it is time for the movie just came out with this book.

EmilyAnnV

Love it!. Truly a great love story!

Lbj6363

Heart wrenching. Cried twice. An awesome book.

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Alisham36

SO GOOD!!!. It takes a lot in a book to make me cry..but this did!!!! Such a great story!!! Nicholas Sparks does it again!

Smurfer Girl

Safe Haven. Amazing book as always! Nicholas Sparks does not disappoint.

Jax&Timmy

Fantastic. A definite must read! Fantastic story.

Rae7777rae

Safe Haven. Great Story. Great surprise at the end...slightly disappointed. Could have told a little more about what happened with the characters afterwards. All in all a good read :)

Pinzah

Safe haven. Awesome book. Love the surprise at the end

Shattyforever

Must read!!!. U have to read this book!!

Thelisa101

Safe haven. Super good book

Cheryl231

Safe Haven. Very good book. The book was easy to read and it is action packed. Leading up to the ending & the ending was done very well.

Ahad122

Must read. Best romantic suspense from Nicholas sparks.

Dannyswoman

Safe Haven. Hard to put down. Fantastic!

Ananda Ramlogan

mUsT rEaD!!. 2 Thumbs Up!!! Great book.. :D

Reader whatever

Same old same old. Not worth the download. Too much like his other books

😄Captinkiller40😄

Safe haven. Awesome book! Well written :)

Smurfysmurf02255220

Amazing. Nicholas sparks is fantastic. He creates the kind of love time after time that everyone fantasizes about. This book is not only romantic and heart warming, but also thrilling. I couldn't stop reading.

Jodi85Musgrave

So good.. Such a fantastic book of romance/strength/ and girl power!! Reminded me of the movie "enough" with Jennifer Lopez only better because this was more of a love story. The only complaint I have is that there is no epilogue. I would of liked to know more of the ending.

Indyeb

Safe haven.. Best book I have read in a very long time. Just could not put it down. A must read

Kh9292

Safe Haven. great book. must read

39x

Safe haven. A real page turner I had to let housework slide for a few hours as the story was so intriguing it took a life of its own .

Dane Medge

Woooowww Breath Taking!. Amazingly Written! I Loved It!

Nkmhorton

SAFE HAVEN. This is yet another great Nicholas Sparks book. Unlike some of his previous ones, I wasn't sure how the storyline was going to go at times but in the end was very glad how it actually went!! Looking forward to his next!!

Amarilynd

Suspenseful yet so touching!. This book is by far my favourite Nicholas sparks book! I couldn't put it down! It's just as touching as his other books but there's so much suspense and when you reach the middle of the novel your heart starts pounding. So good!

Delscan

Safe Haven. Nicolas Sparks never ceases to amaze me. His stories are exciting, relaxing and fulfilling all at the same time. No matter what his plot might be, I think we can all find a character we can relate to on multiple levels. Can't wait for his next novel.

Vanessa Cummings

Safe Haven. Amazing novel. I would highly recommend!

Melissa Chavez Valladared

Romantic but.... As usual Mr. Sparks can't disappoint, I felt however that the main characters needed to reach a deeper connection and the end needed to be more full of hope for the couple after the experiences they've gone through. I adore all his books, I thank him for also bringing to others attention the topic of serious domestic violence millions of women face everyday. Good read as usal

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PinkSpence

Safe Haven. Loved it from beginning to end. Heartwarming love stories fill this book. I couldn't put it down!

Silverlake52693

Don't waste your time!. Very disappointing....

Trish3215

Love!. Amazing! Loved it!

Karlee Schiffman

Best book ever!. This book is the best you can read! It's such a mystery at first and you really wanna know so you keep reading! I couldn't put it down, nor could my sister. I will probably read it over & over again, loved it!

Sally Ohmart

Safe Haven. His first book was outstanding and each novel gets better! They hypnotize the reader by identification of laughter and tears. Can't wait to see the movie. Thanks!

Lay-C 07

Love. This book to me is by far the best of Sparks books. A lot of drama but not a lot of death you see in his other books! This is by far the best love story to me.

Clbfashiongurl

Such an amazing book!. I actually saw the trailer for the movie and thought it looked good and when it said it was from on of Nicholas Sparks' books I knew I had to read it…I'm sorry but this book is not crap and not a waste of your money..trust me, once you start reading it, you will have a hard time putting it down! It's such a good story, and goes in depth with the detail of a situation I never experience and how hard it is to avoid true love. I high recommend this book, you will love it!

Lmksimmons

Safe haven. Well written. A breath of fresh air. Some suspense, some scary parts but overall a very good read. I must say I was quite surprised at the end. Kinda reminded me of the sixth sense.

Puggylover1

Amazing. Sparks does it again! Spectacular!

Like2read2

Safe Haven. Entertaining enough if you want mindless reading. Story line reminded me very much of the movie "sleeping with the enemy." Very predictable outcome.

KayCeeLanell

Safe Haven. This is the best book I've ever read before! I loved it!!

Pjnoelle

Safe Haven. Very predictable. Huge potential for a great love story, but it wasn't developed. I found the writing remedial and less than challenging. The dialog left much to be desired as well. For once I hope the movie is better than the book. I've read and enjoyed Sparks previously, but this was very disappointing. I don't think I'll read any others by him.

Damarys0007

Touching story. A great story but different style from Sparks. It was moving and at times suspenseful. Read it in 2 days so it kept me well intrigued.

Guardling2016

Can you say amazing!?. this book was my favorite out of all of his books. Couldn't put it down, The mvie was great as well.

Sgrg99

Heartwarming, and fun to read. Loved it

Clashcraft

FABULOUS WRITER AND BOOK!. Wow, Nicholas Sparks never let's you down. Just when you think you have it figured out, he surprises you! Wonderful!!

Iheartmusic9

Amazing. I read this book purely put of popularity. I thought it was going to be all lovey dovey and sappy but, it was far from it. This book, hands down, is the best book I have read in a long time. I couldn't put it down!! I definitely recommend this book!!!!

Carriesabrina

Move on to another novel. Seriously so predictable. Story line reminded me of the movie, sleeping with the enemy.

Jordan0714

One of his best!. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough I finished the book in a weekend. Love Nicholas sparks can't wait for his next book.

Katherinemegan

Great book!. I read this book in 2012 and loved it! By far one of the most different love stories written by sparks. This book is filled with romance and suspense. The movie did a great job capturing the beauty of this book. Must read!

NoreenRitaWhitworth

Boring. This book has about 20 pages worth of reading. The rest is boring details. The only reason I kept reading until the end was to see if I wanted to see the movie. No way. Don't waste your money.

Dee Rob

Safe Haven. Great read. Waiting for the movie.

Sherry White

Safe Haven. Amazing!!

Mrs. Boulware

Good Read!!. Sparks has done it again... Another love story that makes you not wanna put it down !!! So happy the movie comes out next week!!!

ChristenFox

Couldn't put it down. This was the 1st Sparks book I've read, however, I've seen many of his "books-turned into-movies" and loved (and cried through) all of them. I couldn't put this book down - it made me root for the protagonist and hate the enemy. I was built up with so much emotion, mostly anger but also hope, that I couldn't wait to see how the book played out. In the end (and after an intense scene which gave me sweaty palms), I was pleased with the outcome and bawled like a baby. I initially decided to read this book bc of the movie premiering, but am soooooo glad I did read it before seeing the movie. I haven't seen the movie yet but I sure hope it doesn't disappoint!

Jackie Figueroa

Not to sure about the whole Jo thing. The book was great but got kind of cheesy with the whole Jo thing, I didn't think that was necessary. Makes me think that Katie is as crazy as Kevin. I don't think the book needed that, I think the letter would have been good enough. My thought about when I read the whole Jo thing was "no! Really?! That's lame..." had the book just ended with the letter and not that lil cheesy twist I would have given it 5 stars, but all in all it was a page turner and I couldn't put it down till I reached the end :-) shoot it was so good I even read the group questions in the end and all the newspaper reviews! Nice read! Thank you! :-)

Kolsie

Suspenseful!!!!!. Wow!!!!! This is my first book I've read by him and I must say it wasn't a typical romance/love story. It was very very suspenseful and kept me engaged on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was going to happen next! Can't wait now to see the movie version!

Sonya858

Amazing Story. I only read this book because of the movie and I wanted the full version before I saw the condensed Hollywood version. I've read two other books by Nicholas Sparks and I wasn't too impressed with those. I didn't even finish one before I gave it away. But this is one of my favorite books. It took me awhile to get into it becasue I had other stuff going on but once I took the time to read it I couldn't put it down.

~Katherine~

Bad!. Can't believe I spent money on this crap! One of the worst, cheesiest, and groan inducing endings ever read!

Katherine571

Great book!!!!!. ⚠Spoiler Alert⚠ I wouldn't read this review unless you read the book or seen the movie because it does contain spoilers. This book was great. So far I have seen the movies for A walk to remember, the last song, and the lucky one but this is the first time I've read one of the Nicholas sparks books. I was shocked at the end when we found out that Jo was Carly. I did predict that Kevin would die though because someone always dies in the Nicholas Sparks movie, at least from what I have seen. I knew that Alex couldn't die because Katie (or Erin) would have to go back to Kevin. Overall, I feel it was one of the best of Nicholas Sparks that I have seen. I would recommend it to anyone who was interested in Romance. Nicholas Sparks you've done it again. Can't wait to see what great stories he has in store next.

Kiki12251982

Great read. Great love story... Wish there was at least one love scene but all in all a wonderful book. Excited to see the movie next week!!

J.I.19

Amazing :). I loved this book, it is one of my favorites! I couldn't put it down so I read it in two days! Defiantly recommend it!! :)

Babzzzz55

Great!!. I really enjoyed this book. Couldn't put it down!!!

Beckah v

Safe Haven. Five star I thought it was fantastic. The story line was impeccable!

Dee dance

WHATTTTT!!!!!!. Love love love the book! I was getting so so so into the story and I felt like the ending stopped me in my tracks and it was all over! I hope there is a second book because the ending left me wanting more!!!

Lupemcs

Love it!!!. Great novel like all the novel he writes..

Quin321

Best book I've ever read. You will regret it if you don't read this book! I never wanted it to end. Wish there was a sequel!

Lady_Raynesleigh

Disappointing. I love books by Sparks but honestly this one was not great. He could do so much with the story and I thought that Alex's character was rather flat. The ending felt to abrupt and while the Katie and Jo thing was a nice ending, it seemed unfinished. I also found that the villainous husband had mire character and reasoning than Alex did and found his character interesting and complex. It is not his best work and I found that it was not as emotionally powerful like his books The Notebook or The Guardian (one that is a great thriller romance). Still a fan but won't be reading this again.

Trykind

Wow!. My first Sparks novel. I'm a fan for life. Loved it.

Kkampfer

Great book. Very suspenseful, best Nicholas Sparks I've read in a long time!

Madisonjxo

Nothing like Sparks' other books.. This book had me wanting more and more, the beginning was slow, but once you get in the middle of it all its hard to put it down. The last chapter gave me a chill that went down my spine all the way to my toes.

Kik95

Best book, hands down... If you want a good mystery, a good cry, or simply a GREAT love story/book, read this now!! No hesitation!! Bravo, Nicholas Sparks another masterpiece.

Paula Baker

Safe Haven. I truly loved his book and am now excited to watch the movie! Great story just wish there had been a wedding or some Alex and Katie time!

Anacaritocc

Couldn't put it down. I absolutely loved it I couldn't put it down!!!!

Standane

Beautiful story. This novel has it all. Intrigue, suspense, surprises...surrounding a beautiful love story.

WylRive

He did it again!. Another great book! He touches everyone's harts with great story's!

Wan-da

awesome book. REALLY good book once I started reading it I couldnt stop!!

Stephuneee

Safe haven. Absolutely amazing book! I would suggest to anyone, finished in 3 days. Could not put it down!

Bld007

Loved it. Definitely worth reading!

TxReader09

Error. There is no safety on a Glock to manipulate. Janet Evanovitch made the same error.

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About Author "Nicholas Sparks"

Nicholas Charles Sparks (born December 31, 1965) is an American romance novelist, screenwriter, and film producer. He has published twenty-three novels, all New York Times bestsellers, and two works of non-fiction, with over 115 million copies sold worldwide in more than 50 languages. Among his works are The Notebook, A Walk to Remember, and Message in a Bottle which, along with eight other books, have been adapted as feature films.Sparks lives in North Carolina, where many of his novels are set. Early life Nicholas Sparks was born on December 31, 1965, in Omaha, Nebraska. His father, Patrick Michael Sparks, was a business professor and his mother Jill Emma Marie Sparks (née Thoene) was a homemaker and an optometrist's assistant. Sparks is of German, Czech, English, and Irish ancestry. He was the middle of three children, with an older brother, Michael Earl "Micah" Sparks (born 1964), and a younger sister, Danielle "Dana" Sparks Lewis (1966–2000), who died at the age of 33 from a b....

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