Miriam's Well
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Book Overview
A terminally ill teenager is forced to choose between her religion and her life Adam doesn't think much of it when Miriam faints in class. She's an oddball, a student who hardly talks, never makes eye contact, and wears clothes that seem straight out of the 19th century. She says she's fine, and he wants to believe her. But when she passes out while they're working on an English assignment, Adam takes Miriam to the last place she wants to go: the hospital. Miriam has bone cancer. She believes that God will heal her, but if He doesn't, she plans to let herself die. Miriam is a member of a devout religious sect in which women have little power and medicine is strictly forbidden. In order for Miriam to forgo treatment, Adam's father sues the state on her behalf--even as Adam himself tries to convince her to accept the doctors' help. As her illness rages on, Miriam will teach Adam the meaning of love and faith--and he will give her a reason to live.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1504022068
ISBN13:9781504022064
Release Date:September 2015
Publisher:Open Road Integrated Media LLC
Length:232 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 5.3" x 8.0"
Age Range:12 to 18 years
Grade Range:Grade 7 to Postsecondary
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
5 stars, but BAD ending!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I thought this was a great book with the chapter switching and a very good plot. I couldn't put it down! What would you do if you had cancer and belonged to a church that wouldn't let you have medical treatment? Would you just see if a miracle would happen? The whole book was wonderful except the last chapter: Lois Ruby, I thought you'd do better with that! I know plenty of people who are married because of different religon! Think of Romeo and Juliet. There families didn't get in their way! I mean I know Miriam was deeply religious but still....true love is true love. Anyway this is a good book. Pick it up!
great
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
i loved this book. i couldn't put it down. it is good at symbolizing how two people from two different worlds who love eachother can never be together. it's sad but it's good.
Great even for someone who doesn't love reading!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I thoroughly liked this book. I personally don't love reading, but this book kept my attention. The story makes a person feel for each character. I loved the way the book was written. The chapters would switch off who is talking between Miriam and Adam. This way, the reader is able to know the point of view of each character, how they feel and what they are thinking. I would recommend this book to just about anyone who is looking for something to keep their attention.
The Best!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I loved this book it is emotional and made me cry alot. When Iput it down after I'd finished it I just couldn't get into another book! I had to read it again ! Irecomend it!
Wonmderful
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I recomend this book. It is Fabulous. When I was finished and went for another book I couldn't stop thinking about Miriam's Well and had to read it again. This book is sad and if you cry(which you probably will) Don't say i didn't warn you. Poor Adam!
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