A Walk Across the Sun

This novel is such a good story with a very powerful message. Definitely a must read.

A family member served as President of her college chapter of IJM (International Justice Mission). She made me aware of the organization that worked to abolish slavery and trafficking. I was shocked to find this was still happening in my day and time. Then I heard about A Walk Across The Sun, by Corban Addison. When I asked her about it, she assured me it was happening right here in the US as well as in other countries. I purchased seven copies of this book (unread!) for my family as Christmas Gifts. On Christmas Day, my husband read the book to completion (3:30 a.m. 12/26). He said it was the first time he had completed a book in one reading in over 40 years, which only compelled me to start it! I found myself savoring every chapter. I didn't want it to end. From the beginning of the story about a tormented young attorney: witnessing a kidnapping in a public park, taking him through journeys from his law office through the brothels of India, New York, Paris, New Jersey, and PA, I was riveted. The character development brought these individuals to life. A story of hope, family unity (in different continents and cultures), and answered prayer (even for those who don't typically pray), A Walk Across The Sun caused me to think about what I, as one individual, can do to help break a sickening chain of events that has become a prevalent part of our society today. I thought of my grandchildren, playing innocently in a park, of my own business goals (are they worthy endeavors?), of my children and what we have instilled in them via principle and truth. How would they react to a situation such as the ones told in this story? Would they sacrifice the almighty dollar to save a life, reunite sisters or rekindle a marriage? I can only hope. But I can promise that reading A Walk Across The Sun will awaken your confidence in humanity and make you aware of a cause worth your thought. America, Awake! Not only has Corban Addison provided you with a riveting book; he has made you aware of an event in your day and time in which you can make a difference. On Friday evening, 1/6/12, my husband and I attended a Lincoln Dinner at the General Denver Hotel in Wilmington, OH. It was a lovely event and it was finished with an exhibition at Wilmington College, telling the story of Lincoln's abolition of slavery. As I walked through the exhibition, reading the story of Lincoln's turmoil about this human condition, I thought again about this book. Human Slavery is `alive and well' in our day and time. A Walk Across The Sun will make you aware of this. Do not miss this read. It is well written; a thrilling novel that you can't put down and one that leaves you with the responsibility of what you can do to help. Can't say enough about this book!

Ordered an used book. But what I got was nothing less then a new book! I just loved it.

There are a surprising number of themes worked into this book. I wasn't sure I wanted to read a book in which the main theme revolves around human trafficking, particularly of children. However, the reviews convinced me to give the book a try, and I am pleased how the author handles the material so that it provides an unflinching portrait without exploiting the topic. The book exposes so many facets of our current human slave trade that it could be preachy, but instead it manages to draw you along with the riveting feel of an international espionage tale. The characters come across as very real, and the insights into Indian culture and the global connectivity of cultures are well done.

This is one of the most insightful novels that I have read for some time. It is unusual that at the end of a novel an author would give a personal note such as that given by Corban Addison in which he gives details of his sources. The troubling aspect of this book is that it is based in reality and on true cases. I believe that one of the main motivations of the author is to help the reading public become more aware of the terrors of human trafficking. In this he certainly succeeds. His literary style is very good for a first novel although in one or two places we are brought to the limits of possibilities with a few scenes where unlikely co-incidences were injected, Dan Brown like, to give the story more pace. All in all though a great read and the passages about place, especially when describing India, immerse you right onto the spot. I'll be keeping a watchful eye for the author's next work