Never to Forget, The Promise of Love is a gripping story of an adventurous and brave woman who overcomes adversity by drawing inner strength from her cultural, spiritual and economic background as a Costa Rican campesina.
The novel cleverly intermingles the adventures of Bertelina’s life in Costa Rica with the life of immigrant Bertha in the USA and her accomplishments, until the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s threaten to erase all she worked for.
From the first pages on the readers find themselves quickly absorbed in the story of Bertelina, who as a beautiful young woman joined the fight for democracy, social justice and women's rights during the 1948 Costa Rican revolution, who then as a mother courageously ended a marriage with a violent and absent man, and then, consequently, struggled to support her children and herself in her native country Costa Rica, later in Mexico and ultimately as immigrant Bertha in the US.
The credible dialogue, descriptive settings, and historical background reminds me of the critically acclaimed films, The Notebook (2005) and Little Boy (2015). The book is a must-read for everyone fascinated by women immigrant biographies and especially for all those “angels” out there caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s.
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TITLE: Never To Forget: The Promise of LoveAUTHOR: Dr Carlos AlvaradoPUB DATE: 08.15.2022 Now Available𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 is the third book by Dr Carlos Alvarado, a retired Emergency Room physician. A gifted and natural writer, I found myself immersed into the life and youth of Bertelina in Costa Rica to her challenging life as Bertha, an immigrant in the United States.To read this sweeping tale and life of a courageous woman, who had been so involved in the fight for social justice and women’s rights during the 1940’s Costa Rican revolution, then culminating her life affected by Alzheimer’s, is truly heartbreaking.As a nurse specializing in neurological diseases, my heart breaks for the patients and most especially the families - seeing their loved ones wither away and forgetting all precious memories, is such a harrowing experience.This poignant novel though heartbreaking, has shone a bright light on a woman whose courage and bravery serves as an inspiration to us all.I really enjoyed reading this sweeping and epic tale!
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Never To Forget: The Promise Of Love by Carlos Alvarado is a story of tragedy and triumph, of reconciliation and memory, of strength and forthright determination all embodied within one unstoppable woman. I stepped out of my comfort zone for this book because it’s, well, a bit heavier with sadness than I usually read. I am, however, glad that I took the risk because the rewards were well worth it.
Bertilina is a woman of strong character who is painted passionately and convincingly by the author. Her story is unfathomable to someone like me, yet I identified with her as a mother. She fought for what was right and never took the easy path. What an exemplary model for her children!
Bertilina's later battle with alzhemeirs is heartbreakingly tragic. To witness such an extraordinary person slipping away while they remain present must be a terrible experience for all involved. I wonder where memory goes once it abandons the mind? Memories are part of the essence of life, and in this profound story, they are celebrated. Despite the sadness, this story is enlightening, and I recommend it for anyone who admires resilience and determination.
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Never To Forget: The Promise Of Love by Carlos Alvarado is a story of tragedy and triumph, of reconciliation and memory, of strength and forthright determination all embodied within one unstoppable woman. I stepped out of my comfort zone for this book because it’s, well, a bit heavier with sadness than I usually read. I am, however, glad that I took the risk because the rewards were well worth it.
Bertilina is a woman of strong character who is painted passionately and convincingly by the author. Her story is unfathomable to someone like me, yet I identified with her as a mother. She fought for what was right and never took the easy path. What an exemplary model for her children!
Bertilina's later battle with alzhemeirs is heartbreakingly tragic. To witness such an extraordinary person slipping away while they remain present must be a terrible experience for all involved. I wonder where memory goes once it abandons the mind? Memories are part of the essence of life, and in this profound story, they are celebrated. Despite the sadness, this story is enlightening, and I recommend it for anyone who admires resilience and determination.
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