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The Vow: The True Events that Inspired the Movie Kindle Edition

by Kim Carpenter (Author), Krickitt Carpenter (Author), Dana Wilkerson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Life as Kim and Krickitt Carpenter knew it was shattered beyond recognition on November 24, 1993. Two months after their marriage, a devastating car wreck left Krickitt with a massive head injury and in a coma for weeks.

When she finally awoke, she had no idea who Kim was. With no recollection of their relationship and while Krickitt experienced personality changes common to those who suffer head injuries, Kim realized the woman he had married essentially died in the accident.

And yet, against all odds, but through the common faith in Christ that sustained them, Kim and Krickitt fell in love all over again. Even though Kim stood by Krickitt through the darkest times a husband can ever imagine, he insists, “I’m no hero. I made a vow.”

Now available in trade paper with a new chapter and photo insert, The Vow is the true story that inspired the major motion picture of the same name starring Rachel McAdams (The Notebook), Channing Tatum (Dear John), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), and Academy Award winner Jessica Lange.
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"A horrific 1993 car accident left the newly married authors with injuries that included head trauma and the loss of wife Krickitt’s memory. The story is about how her husband persevered to rebuild their marriage—as a stranger, at first—and how their Christian faith helped them persevere. Written from the husband’s point of view, the book describes the contradictory roles a man must accept when caring for an impaired partner and the struggles they both had with the notoriety of their story, which became a movie. John McLain’s resonant voice and theatrical chops highlight the inspirational aspects of the couple’s story without overplaying the melodrama. His splendid interpretation uncovers more emotional depth in the husband’s perspective than would be obvious from the narrative and dialogue alone." 
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Kim and Krickitt Carpenter have two children and live in Farmington, New Mexico, where Kim is deputy CEO for San Juan County, and Krickitt works as a substitute schoolteacher.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07MKZRKJD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ B&H Books; Media Tie In edition (February 10, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 10, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6456 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 184 pages
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    Kim and Krickitt Carpenter have two children and live in Farmington, New Mexico, where Kim is deputy CEO for San Juan County, and Krickitt works as a substitute schoolteacher.

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    Dana Wilkerson is the author of the Throwback RomComs series. She also publishes cozy mysteries under her pen name, D.A. Wilkerson.

    Dana was the collaborative writer of two non-fiction New York Times best sellers: The Vow: The True Events That Inspired the Movie (Kim and Krickitt Carpenter) and Balancing It All (Candace Cameron Bure).

    Dana lives in Oklahoma and enjoys traveling, reading, being an aunt, binge-watching crime shows, and attending Oklahoma City Thunder basketball games.

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Erin H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing true story about faith and the importance of wedding vows
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2017
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As the title says, this is the true story that inspired the movie “The Vow”. About a young married couple who have a serious car accident that leaves the wife in a coma with major brain damage and without the important memories of meeting, getting engaged and getting married to her husband.

This book includes a lot more about God and faith than the Hollywood movie, of course. This story is amazing. Showing the power of faith and prayer. But the greatest thing was to read about two people believing so much in the marriage vows they made to each other, even when one of them doesn’t remember anything about them.

In a time when marriage vows seem to be thrown out the window and divorce rates are equal in the secular and Christian world, this true story was a breath of fresh air. You read about all their struggles and epiphanies as they try to make their marriage work. And there are major struggles when your wife has to relearn everything and doesn’t remember loving you. But they stuck it out and have a deeper love for each other because of it. And twenty years later, they are still together, with 2 children, and she still has no memory of their first meeting or wedding.

This is a quick read and an amazing true story!
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Paige
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it, a true Christian Marriage
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2012
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I had heard about the movie when it came out and that it was "based" on a true storey which normally means a tiny piece of the movie is real. I saw this book on AMAZON and thought it would be a fiction book, I was suprised that it was a true story!! What an amazing story of a couple who met and fell in love from a distance and were married for only 10 weeks when they got in a horrible accident. The fact that they both survived this accident is truly amazing. He stood by his wife's side after a severe head injury that left her acting like a child and she had no memory of him. Many people would have walked away and gotten a divorce, instead this man took his vows seriously and stuck it out through a VERY rough time. He then built new memories with his wife. They were recently on Dr. Phil and you could see how truly in love they are. She still has no memory of meeting him or their first marriage yet she loves him dearly. He basiclly went through hell with his wife and then had to date her again and win her heart all over again. An amazing true story of what marriage vows really mean and an example of true christians. The book brought tears to my eyes many times.
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4.0 out of 5 stars This is not a romance novel just a true story
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2012
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I first saw the movie the Vow and really liked it, and I had heard good things about the book, so I wanted to read it. But then I was a little hesitant after seeing some negative reviews for the book, but I decided to give it the benefit of the doubt and purchase the book. What I realized is that people giving this book negative reviews were going into it originally with the wrong expectations. I think lots of people think The Vow the movie and the book are like The Notebook the movie and book where they are pretty much the same story just one written and one visual. But that is not the case with the Vow. The book is just the actual events that the movie was based on for people who are interested in knowing what actually happened. The book is not meant to be romance novel/ love story, and that is where people are being mistaken. I also do not like how people are labeling this as a christian book, or getting upset that there is such a christian focus. The authors just wanted to tell the true story, and since they are christians and their faith is a HUGE part of their story, of course they are going to talk about it. They are just sharing who they are.
I think the book was good and inspiring. I think the overall message that they wanted to portray is very clear, and a message that a lot of people in today's society need to hear since marriage is not taken seriously enough anymore. I do wish the book would have focused more on Krikitt's point of view and told more of how they built their relationship back up. I thought that was looked over. There was definitely too much about what actually happened in the hospital just because I think a lot more time should have been spent on the details of their improving relationship. So yes this book is lacking in ways, but the overall message is clear.
My disclaimer for this book is go into like you are reading an article in the newspaper because that is pretty much the way it is written, to be informative. Also dont be scared to watch the movie, it is really good, completely different but it is a romance/love story. So if you only want a love story, watch the movie. If you want an inspiring message, read the book. It is as simple as that. I just want people to stop judging this book because it does not have romance because that is not what is supposed to be about.
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Kas84
5.0 out of 5 stars An Inspiring Story About Love, Faith and Second Chances
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2012
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I bought this book and once I received and started it, I was done in less than 2 days - I couldn't put it down!

The story is written from a first person (Kim's) P.O.V.; it's an easy read, and more like a journal, rather than a detailed, third person narration. Kim begins with his first encounter with Krickett, provides details of their courtship, marriage, the fatal car accident, Krickett's lengthy and difficult recovery and concludes with a bittersweet ending. This book may detour some who are not religious goers, as Kim and Krickett heavily leaned on their faith in God throughout their ordeal, but it also may make you question your own faith, or even perhaps acknowledge the existence of something greater than medical or scientific explanation.

This book is truly about an unwaivering committment and unconditional love, even in the darkest moments when anyone on the outside would think there was no hope for this couple. Kim and Krickett Carpenter show what the institution of marriage really means with their their fight to find eachother again and save their marriage, against all odds imaginable.

In short, "The Vow" really jerks your emotions, makes you ask yourself "What are we without our memories?", or "What would I do if my husband/wife could no longer remember me?" I honestly can't wait to see the movie now. I promise, you'll go home and hug and kiss your significant other after you're finished reading.
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jessica thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 24, 2023
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Arrived in time brilliant condition really pleased with it
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Melissa Meatherall
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Reviewed in Canada on January 8, 2021
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I love this book! I have watched the movie and it is quite different from the book but I feel like the book is a lot better. I personally am not a reader and do not enjoy reading but this was an amazing read. I definitely recommend if your into romance.
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Ariel Barajas
3.0 out of 5 stars Buen comienzo
Reviewed in Mexico on February 14, 2017
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A pesar de ser un libro bien narrado y con cierto orden, avanza de una forma que deja de ser interesante para el lector. Comienza muy bien, desde la forma romántica en que se conocieron, hasta que ella empieza la terapia. A partir de ahí pierde ritmo y la forma de contar los sucesos por parte del narrador, se vuelven aleatorios.
Para las personas cristianas puede ser un libro con grandes mensajes y enseñanzas, de igual forma para cualquier persona enamorada y dispuesta a dar todo por alguien. Buen libro, pero no magnífico.
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Frédérique
5.0 out of 5 stars Extrordinaire !
Reviewed in France on October 16, 2014
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Une histoire extraordinaire bien plus belle et émouvante que le film que j'avais déjà adoré. La realité des voeux de mariage considérés comme sacrés quelles que soient les circonstances, y compris des circonstances incroyables et dramatiques comme celles racontées ici. Un anglais silple tout à fait abordable.
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Harry LeFou
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!!!
Reviewed in India on January 21, 2014
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It took me a little more than a day to finish reading this book, but it will remember in me very fresh, for a very very long time!

It was a true account of love, faith, patience & perseverance. This pair is a perfect example of the fact that "True love" will overcome any sort of troubled period! I really liked & I would recommend it whole-heartedly to any of my friends!

Long live this pair & they shall continue to inspire generations of true lovers!!!
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