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After seeing the musical "Come From Away," I wanted to know how much of the story was accurate, so I read this non-fiction book about the passengers on the 38 planes diverted to Gander on 9/11. It was written just about a half-year after the events, and really helps to flesh out the story. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was that I didn't always agree with the author's choice of individuals and episodes to emphasize. But the writing and events were compelling, and this was an easy book to "gobble up."
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I liked the writing very much. The story was fascinating as it showed just how much was in volved in the hosting of the 9-11 visitors. The people of Gander are everything we all hope to be---generous, caring, and accepting of individual difference. Really showed people at their best. Touched my soul. The book was not in very good shape....but the story was exceptional. 💚💙
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I really liked this book about one of the saddest times during my life. There are so many great people in this world, but often we only hear about the bad ones. What an amazing account of how the tragic events of 911 affected so many and how a community came together to meet the needs of those who couldn't return to the United States until if was safe. It was one of those books that you didn't want to put down.
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Heart warming, astounding account how a little town of less than 7000 folks take in 6000 passengers when the airfield was closed on 9/11 and TransAtlantic flights had to land. Throughout the reading, I remarked 'wow - could my town pull this off'? They went into action and pulled off a heroic feat of feeding, friending, and forever changing these passengers hearts and minds about mankind in the midst of the horror experienced on America's homeland. Gander, Newfoundland-- where real heroes live and give.
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Great human stories! I got the book quickly and it was in very god shape. It's an easy read and the stories are so compelling. I never really knew much about that and at such a terrible time in our history to hear such heartwarming stories gives us all hope for the good to win in this world!
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