I like that there wasn't a cheap "out," like the man magically regaining his sight. He experienced a real tragedy, went through understandable depression, then was lucky enough to find a purpose again. Yes, a predictable ending (mostly), but the story was very human to me.

SPOILER:
I thought that all the references to the honeysuckle and balcony were forshadowings, so I was SURE that he'd end up pushing the murderer over the railing to his death. Was a little disappointed he didn't. :(