auntblh's review against another edition
4.0
Actually, I would rate it 3.5. I really enjoyed the writing style of this author and the picture that he painted of Noah and the residents of the Valley of Light. I wasn't sure what to expect of another book about fishing since recently finishing "The River Why" and not enjoying it too much. This was a much better book that included fishing. The characters were filled out and the imagery of the area was beautiful. I would however knock off a half point because of the ending. I'm not sure I understand exactly what happened there. I also wanted to know more about the people in the Valley of Light and what happened with them.
ladylucky's review against another edition
4.0
What a wonderful, peaceful and easy read this was. A true example of great writing, this book does not take the reader on wild adventures or adrenaline rushes. It's simply a great story about good people in a good place. And about one gentle man with a talent for fishing that few have ever witnessed. Just by passing through The Valley of Light and being himself, the man named Noah had a lasting impression upon the community and upon the heart of the reader as well.
karmakat's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars. So, I read this title for a book club, and it's not a book I would have picked up on my own. And a friend in the book club warned me that it was boring. Tediously dull. Much to my surprise, I really enjoyed it. The writing is beautiful and the characters are fascinating. No, not a whole lot happens, but just enough to keep it interesting. I was a bit disappointed in something that didn't happen at the end, but the more I reflect, the more I believe that the path the author chose is actually the right path for the story to work.
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