Nicholas Sparks has had phenomenal success with his books and book-to-screen adaptations. I read Safe Haven a year ago, my first Nicholas Sparks in a while. You can check out my review on the giveaway we ran in the fall as a sneak preview.
I’m looking forward to seeing the movie, which seems like a great mix of romance, action, and intrigue. I was quite surprised at the level of suspense in the novel. If you have written off Nicholas Sparks as too saccharine sweet, give a second look to this one. On the other hand, there’s plenty of heart and courage in this story, which are hallmarks of his works, so I truly feel there’s something for everyone.
An affirming and suspenseful story about a young woman’s struggle to love again, Safe Haven is based on the novel from Nicholas Sparks, the best-selling author behind the hit films The Notebook and Dear John. When a mysterious young woman arrives in a small North Carolina town, her reluctance to join the tight knit community raises questions about her past. Slowly, she begins putting down roots, and gains the courage to start a relationship with Alex, a widowed store owner with two young children. But dark secrets intrude on her new life with such terror that she is forced to rediscover the meaning of sacrifice and rely on the power of love in this deeply moving romantic thriller.
I’m truly excited to be able to pass along a wonderful giveaway to one of you, sponsored by Relativity Media, in exchange for helping spread the word about the #SafeHaven release on February 14.
One of you (U.S. residents only) will win a Kindle Paperwhite and a $25 amazon gift card to stock it!
**I’ve been invited to an advanced screening, so look for my review on opening day! In the meantime, follow #SafeHaven on twitter and facebook:
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You can enter this fantastic giveaway worth almost $150 by leaving a comment here. You can also get an extra entry by spreading the word on Facebook and/or twitter. If you do either of these, leave a comment with a link to the update as an additional comment. The winner will be announced on February 20.
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I am looking forward to Safe Haven! I also would like to jump on the Kindle bandwagon!!
I haven’t read this one, but seeing stuff about the movie has made me curious. I’ll have to check it out! Thanks for the recommendation and for the opportunity of a giveaway.

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My daughter and I have both been looking forward to Safe Haven. I would love to be entered in the giveaway!
I’d like to see this movie with hubby.
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I am looking forward to this movie. The book was very touching and suspenseful.! Please enter me in the Kindle giveaway!
Another new-to-me author. Thanks for the giveaway.
Nicholas Sparks’ novels are always great movies. I also love Julianne Hough. Should be a great movie!
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So cool! I haven’t read this book, but I’ll add it to my wish list. And oh a Kindle. The things I could do with one….
Enjoy the screening!
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Have heard a few things about this movie, would like to see.
I usually like to read the book before I see the movie so I guess I have some catching up to do.
I would enjoy this book. thanks for the giveaway.
A wonderful book which I would enjoy. What a great giveaway.
The commercials make this look so good!
safe haven is the next movie i want to see
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I’m been dying for this movie to come out!
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This would be an amazing giveaway to win! Thanks for offering it! Looking forward to reading Safe Haven and seeing the movie
I read a book before the movie is out. Impressive giveaway.
what an amazing giveaway!!!!! would love to win
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I am looking forward to reading this and seeing the movie! Thanks for the chance.
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SO looking forward to Safe Haven!
Thanks for the giveaway! Love this site.
Nicholas Sparks books and the movies are great.
This book was great! Can’t wait for the movie!
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I’ve read many of Sparks’ but not this one…. I will need to get to it! Thanks for this giveaway!
I am so ready for this movie…Yummmy….oh and please enter me for the Kindle…could definitely use one.
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Amazing giveaway. Thanks for a chance.
I am looking forward to seeing the movie, thanks for sharing it with us
Nicholas Sparks is a wonderful writer and I
love when they make his books into movies…
Many thanks, Cindi
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I can’t wait to see the movie
I love his books!
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Again, many thanks!
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love nicholas sparks
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We have been wanting to see this movie.
I won’t see the movie until it’s on TV so in the meantime, I’d love to read the book.
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I can’t wait to see this movie.
Saw advertising about this movie, sounds interesting. Would like to have a book.
I would like to take my wife to this movie.
Interesting movie, thank you for the chance!
I’ve been hearing about this movie for quite awhile, looking forward to seeing it!
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Can’t wait to see!
Have been wanting to see this movie.
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Not a huge fan of Nicholas Sparks, but I am a fan of reading! What a great prize.
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Great prize, would like to win this one.
I know my wife would love one of these, thanks for the chance.
Would love to see the movie, would love to win the Kindle even more!!
Thanks for the chance to win!
Saw the previews for this movie, looked good.
Im excited to read/see safe haven – I love nicholas sparks books!
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I can’t wait to see the movie. It looks so good!
Oh, I’d love to win.
And I want to go see the movie.
We’ve been a fan of Julianne on DWTS.
And I’ve always enjoyed Nicholas Sparks books and movies.
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Awesome giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity!
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Thank you so much for the contest! the movies based on his books are usually done so well!
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I’d love a chance to win. One of my resolutions this year was to do more reading!

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Great book – can’t wait
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Can’t wait to see the movie! Would love to win this even more!
I would love to see this movie! Great giveaway!
Great giveaway! Thanks for the opp!
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Love reading Nicholas Sparks book’s. Can’t wait to see the movie. Thanks for the giveaway.
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Thanks for the giveaway!
I’m excited! Great giveaway!
I would like to see this movie.
I’d love to see this movie but I’ll have to go with a friend because my hubby doesn’t like what he calls “chick flicks”
I would love to see this movie, and to win the Kindle!!
Great prize. Terrific giveaway.
Thanks for the chance to win!!
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Loved the book.
Loved the book and can’t wait to see the movie. I will be dragging hubby even though he will protest!
I would LOVE a Kindle Paper White! Also the GC to add books is perfect!
I haven’t had a chance to read this book yet, but I will before seeing the movie
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The book and movie look like something I’d enjoy, especially the book. Thanks for hosting.
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This looks like a good movie
I would love to have this so I can read more during my free time.
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I love to read so I would love to own a Kindle.
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Great giveaway! Love Nicholas Sparks!
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I can not wait to watch this movie..I thought it looked like a great love story movie. Thanks for the chance to win a kindle!!
I would love to win this Kindle. Thank you chance!
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I really need to read this book before I see the movie!
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I love that this movie was filmed in Wilmington, NC.
Can’t wait to see this movie, I think my wife and I will enjoy it, and thanks so much for the giveaway!
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Great giveaway! I absolutely love Kindles and Amazon!
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I would love a kindle to read on my downtime
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I read the book and can’t wait for the movie!
I can’t wait to see this movie! Love Nicholas Sparks!
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I read0 this book and it was really quite good- the movie looks great!
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Looks like a good movie! I’ll have to check it out. Great giveaway!
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Ive read this book, and loved it! I cant wait to see the movie! the trailers that I have seen are awesome. And, Im a big fan of Julianne Hough!
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Nice prize! I’d love to win it!
I’d love to win this awesome Kindle! I can’t wait to see this movie too!
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Fantastic giveaway! Sounds like a great book & movie, too.
I can’t wait to see this movie!
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Wonderful giveaway! Thank you so much!
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I liked The Notebook, but haven’t read/seen anything else by Nicholas Sparks. Maybe I should fix that by watching this movie (or reading the book).
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Sounds like a great movie! Looking forward to seeing it!
Thanks for the giveaway!
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Id love to see the book before I see the movie
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Sounds like it was a great book and will make for a good movie.
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i cannot wait to see the movie, i loved the book
Thank you for sharing this movie. I’m going to buy the book and read it before the movie comes out.
I find that any movie based off a Nicholas Sparks book tends to be quite good! The Notebook is my favorite, though.

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Looking forward to this movie!
Haven’t read the book yet– I guess I should get on that!
Thanks for the chance.
I enjoy Nicholas Spark’s books and I’ll now be on the lookout for this movie. Thanks!
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Thank you for the chance to win. I just read Safe Haven and really enjoyed it – I am excited to see the movie!
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I like Nicholas Sparks stories and they always make great films too.
I loved the book! (and all of Nicholas Sparks books) and I cannot wait to see the movie!
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I’d love to win a Kindle. I’m excited to see this movie. Thanks.
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I love Nicholas Sparks novels but haven’t read this one yet! I need to!
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I would love to win this!!!
I would LOVE to win this!
I read the book and can’t wait to see the movie!! Thank you for the giveaway:)
Would love to win , Can’t wait to read the book
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Followed on Facebook & Twitter. I’m really looking forward to the Movie. Thanks for the Giveaway!
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Would love to win!
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the book was amazing, cant wait to see the movie. Thanks for the chance
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I would love to read this book and see the movie.
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I have not read the book but would like to.
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I read the book awhile ago, too, and still remember it – it was really good and I am looking forward to the movie.
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I loved this book and can’t wait to see the movie! Nicholas Sparks is a wonderful author and one of my favs!
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Me Me ME!!! Would love to win.
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I can’t wait to see this movie and read the book.
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my oldest loves to read, and her birthday is next month. This would be a perfect gift!
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The book sounds great and the movie is something I will be seeing this weekend!
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Thanks for the giveaway.
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This looks like a great story (movie and book). I loved Sparks The Notebook. The fact that this is filled in NC is even better, I am in NC!!!
I have an audio book by Nicholas Sparks that I listened to on my travels around Florida. I like his books.
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Would love this for my husband or myself to share.
Looks like a definite good read!
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Looks like a great read. I’d love to win! Thanks for the chance.
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Thanks for the great giveaway!
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Thanks for the giveaway.
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What an amazing giveaway. I have been lusting after an electronic reader for awhile to read my fav nicholas sparks books on!
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saw this in the theater and was biting my nails I was so nervous for her! Good movie
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I’d love to win a Kindle!
I’m a sucker for romance. Reading this on a kindle would be awesome!
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Amazing giveaway! Would like to win it for my mom.
Amazing giveaway!Would like to win it for my wife.
I want to see this movie with my hubby. Thank you for giveaway!
OMG I love Nicholas Sparks. I read all his work. Please pick me the ultimate fan.
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Ikindle 2 years ago and someone took it over. It would be great to have one for myself.
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Finished safe haven the book recently and couldn’t put it down! Can’t wait to see the movie later this week! I would love a kindle to put the rest of the nicholas sparks collection on
Ah-mah-zing author! Thanks for the opportunity!
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