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Monday, November 26, 2012

Review of Law Man by Shon Hopwood

I just finished reading a great book called Law Man by Shon Hopwood (with Dennis Burke).  I loved this book! Probably because I'm a paralegal (although I'm not working as one at this time) and I could relate to Shon learning to love the law. I'm also originally from the Midwest and so is he. Of course I can't relate to the fact that Shon robbed banks and spent over 10 years in prison.

I thought it was funny that Seinfeld reruns are played endlessly in prison! As a huge Seinfeld fan, that made me laugh out loud!

It was very sad that Shon's dad died of cancer while he was still in prison. The passage where Shon wrote that his dad told him,"I want to see you in heaven," brought tears to my eyes.

Law Man is also a touching love story with a happy ending - Shon marries the love of his life and has 2 children with her. He gets accepted to a prestigious law school and moves to Seattle with his family. I think he will graduate in 2014. He'll be a great attorney!


Here is one of my favorite passages, a letter to Shon -

"Shon,
Just know that I am carrying you in my heart, saying lots of prayers for you and your family, and I promise to be here for you and help you in any way that I can, both now and in the future. Although you haven't asked this of me, I have grieved hard this week, both because of my own sadness and for you. I sobbed so hard and felt such sadness as I also grieved the loss of the hopes and dreams of experiences you were counting on having with your dad after your release. I know that sadness myself as I, too, had to deal with the overwhelming shock of my mom being yanked from my life and the shattering of all the dreams of experiences we would have together throughout my life. It is strangely ironic that five years ago, you were there for me when I lost my mom and now I am here for you as you have lost your dad. We are very blessed to have each other, indeed.

I love you, Shon. And your family loves you. We are all praying for you and looking forward to next October.

Peace and Love my dear friend, Annie"


This book is about friendship, family and overcoming adversity and will restore your faith in human nature. I highly recommend it.

5 comments:

  1. This sounds like an interesting book. Thanks for your thoughts and the review. Hope you have a great week!

    I am holding 5 giveaways at my site this week if you want to hop over. I love making new bloggy pals.

    Diane :)
    www.dianeestrella.com

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    1. Thanks for your kind comments! I liked your blog very much. Are you a member of Goodreads?

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  2. Thank you Joy for this book review that I am just now finding. Nothing makes an author happier than when people can relate to their story. I am very honored that you took the time to read my little book. Thank you. Shon Hopwood

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    1. Shon - I'm so glad you found my review! I loved your book. Hope you are doing well in law school. :-)

      Best wishes,

      Joy

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