kitty_kitty Posted November 8, 2008 Author Share Posted November 8, 2008 I read This charming Man in June while I was in Canada & I HATED it! The story is great, but the telling of the story is what drove me absolutely crazy! Such a great idea for a book, but I thought that it was terribly done (without giving anything away). Marian Keyes usually does so much better! I loved the way it was written, i found it made it alot funnier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis' Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 I like the way it was written too. I thing its makes the story broader when its told like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceinwenn Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 Every time Lola opened her mouth I just wanted to scream! The way she spoke completely pot me off that book! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyD Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Well, I know I said I was going to wait for the paperback... but then saw it in the library at the weekend and just couldn't wait any longer! I absolutely loved it - I thought it was great, and so cleverly put together. I love how she manages to be so so funny, yet write incredibly movingly at other times. I guess Lola was definitely love or hate - I found the style of writing a bit jarring at first but then got into it and really enjoyed her bits of the story. The book's had some really mixed reviews on Amazon, lots of people saying they couldn't finish it etc, so I guess it's one of those polarising novels. But I'm definitely in the Loved It camp! PS Rachel's Holiday still Marian Keyes's best though, I reckon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishbookworm Posted December 23, 2008 Share Posted December 23, 2008 I've not read rachel's holiday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 This is my review: Synopsis: Lola Daly has just found out that her boyfriend - gorgeous, charming and powerful politician Paddy de Courcy - is getting married. To someone else. Heartbroken, Lola flees Dublin to a cottage in the countryside. Can a new set of friends help her to get over him? Journalist Grace Gildee wants the inside story on Paddy de Courcy's engagement. Lola refuses to talk the press but Grace won't give up. She knew Paddy a long time ago and hasn't forgotten him ...Marnie Hunter is Grace's twin sister. With a loving husband and two gorgeous daughters, Marnie seems to have it all. But she's haunted by memories. Memories that began with her first love - Paddy de Courcy. Can Marnie leave the past behind once and for all and move on with her life? Alicia Thornton is Paddy's wife-to-be. Determined to be the perfect wife, Alicia would do anything for her fiance. But does she know the real Paddy? Four women. One man. And a secret that binds them all. I didn't know what to expect from this book, however, I really enjoyed it. The novel follows four ladies as they struggle through life facing hardships such as break-ups, depression, alcoholism and domestic abuse. All linked to Paddy de Courcy, we see how he has effected their lives - and how they deal with that. I'll start this review with my criticism: - I found Marnie's character tough to bear. A depressive alcoholic - yet I found her whinging too much - although, that is probably a sign that her character was written accurately - There were many issues mentioned in the book, which meant not all of them were dealt with in a satisfying way, such as cancer, smoking and death. They are my only complaints. The rest of the book I adored. I liked how different characters had different ways of telling the story, such as Lola using diary form. The issues Keyes did tackle in depth were done expertly. I felt the issues of domestic abuse, alcoholism and identity were brave topics to write about, and all were explored and resolved satisfactorily. I enjoyed how the story unfolded - with the flashes back and the odd memory to make you wonder where the narrative was going. There were twists and turns, and the way Keyes wrote made me guess and assume wrongly, create false ideas about characters and generally be surprised at the revelation! I found myself getting emotionally involved and willing the best outcome. There were a lot of characters in the book, however I felt I had a grasp on all of them. I loved Bid best. A lot of her lines had me laughing out loud. I only had a couple of problems with this book and none were drastic enough to ruin the book for me. 9/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishbookworm Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 It's a good read! I read it in spain last summer! I bought the copy at the airport while waiting for my flight to salou spain! it's a great read! I read it on the plane! and read it in the hotel when I was relaxing on the duration of my holiday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesilbeach Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Despite being a fan of chick lit, I've never read any of Marian Keyes' books! What one would you all recommend as a good starting point? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceinwenn Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Watermelon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceinwenn Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Or Rachel's Holiday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottishbookworm Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 anybody out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bethany725 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Despite being a fan of chick lit, I've never read any of Marian Keyes' books! What one would you all recommend as a good starting point? I started with Rachel's Holiday and it's still one of my favorite of hers.. It's what prompted me to read all of her others immediately. Maybe what worked for me will work for you, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceinwenn Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I think Rachel's Holiday was the one I started with, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesilbeach Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I think I'll go with that Rachel's Holiday then, and see how I get on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceinwenn Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 It's a very good book! Hope you love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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