Marvelous Marian
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this was the first book by marian keyes i read, and since then have read almost all of her other novels! she is a superbly talented author and deserves great credit for this book. i read this on holiday and had it finished in no time. it made me laugh, cry and cringe in horror. beautifully written with perfect sentiment and touching storyline. as ever i would recommend any marian keyes books to everone. amazing book and a wonderful addition to the walsh story.
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Anybody Out There?
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I found this book to be extraordinary in the sense that the underlying shadow of the story does not raise its head for what seems an excruciatingly long time; and that as a reader you are compelled to keep reading in order to find out exactly where Aiden is. I found this book to be extremely touching and felt that without the humor in which Marian touches on it would be quite a depressing read.
There were many moments i let out some tears as the plot progressed, and even a moment where i had to put the book down as i became so emotional. You really get to understand the character of Anna and it really reminds you to appreciate those who are near and dear to you. I would defiantly recommend this as a read, it cannot be put down. I also suggest refraining from reading on public transport, that is unless you do not mind sobbing in-front of the stranger next to you.
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Wonderful
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One of my favourite books. Marian stays faithful to her humorous style, but this book has a depth and personality to it that puts it right there at the top for me.
I enjoy Marian Keyes' books, and Anna with her endearing personality and interesting life, combined with the romance she finds in this book topped with the typical and funny Walsh family situations, brought me to laughter, and also tears...
For Keyes fans - this book is definitely worth a read.
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funny and poignant
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I've recently 'discovered' Marian Keyes, and I love the way she switches from comedy to pathos, particularly with this book.
There's almost two stories going on here, the main one focusing on Anna herself, and then the amusing subplot of her eccentric family back in Ireland.
I found the parts set in New York very easy to relate to, after living there for a brief time, all in all a very satisfying read.
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Deals Well with Grief
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After the shock loss of a loved one, denial is inevitable, and Marian portrays this brilliantly in the first part of Anybody Out There. By the end of Part One you wanna read the rest of the story to find out what happens, & it is a satisfying ending.
Piss - I hope she ended up with Angelo ;-)
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