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One of Scanlan's great strengths is her gift for writing fully rounded characters, in contrast to many chick lit authors. This is Scanlan at her best. Irish Independent
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The powerful and moving sequel to the number one bestseller, FORGIVE AND FORGET.
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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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First of all Patricia Scanlan's writing style has always been the typical Chick Lit stuff. It is usually the stuff or romance gone wrong and then hopefully going right with some tears and hopefully laughter along the way. I am a typical Chick Lit fan in that I like this particular style of writing and Patricia Scanlan has always been one of my favourite authors for this very reason. Her books have in the past always captured me and I end up feeling a sense of contentment whenever I read her books.
This particular story is a follow on from her previous novel Forgive and Forget. Having said that you could read this alone and still pick up the story from where it left off. We meet Debbie and Bryan who are newly married, and Debbie's battle to get her new husband to stop spending his money on parties, drink and drugs.
Connie who has done her bit for her daughter and son-in-law ends up having an interesting new man turn up in her life. Could this be what she has been waiting for? Unfortunately for Connie, her ex-husband Barry has re-married to Aimee. When Aimee finds out she is pregnant and Barry realises he may well have to go through parenthood all over again seeks solace by trying to get Connie's attention. In the meantime unbeknown to Aimee and Barry, Aimee's daughter Mellissa from her first marriage, is silently spiralling into a world of obsessive eating disorders. Everyone suddenly want's Connie's attention and she wonders, can she walk away from them and let them solve their own problems for once. Or will she help them all and lose the chance at her own happiness?
Patricia Scanlan manages to cover the real topics in life such as eating disorders, relationships with your ex and love later in life without making them too disheartening. The story runs along nicely with real detail and feeling and I thoroughly enjoyed it up until the very last chapter where it felt like the author got bored of writing and just finished with a very short and sweet epilogue. Almost felt like there should have been another 5 or 6 chapters to finish it nicely. I still enjoyed the book but ended up feeling a little disappointed.
This particular story is a follow on from her previous novel Forgive and Forget. Having said that you could read this alone and still pick up the story from where it left off. We meet Debbie and Bryan who are newly married, and Debbie's battle to get her new husband to stop spending his money on parties, drink and drugs.
Connie who has done her bit for her daughter and son-in-law ends up having an interesting new man turn up in her life. Could this be what she has been waiting for? Unfortunately for Connie, her ex-husband Barry has re-married to Aimee. When Aimee finds out she is pregnant and Barry realises he may well have to go through parenthood all over again seeks solace by trying to get Connie's attention. In the meantime unbeknown to Aimee and Barry, Aimee's daughter Mellissa from her first marriage, is silently spiralling into a world of obsessive eating disorders. Everyone suddenly want's Connie's attention and she wonders, can she walk away from them and let them solve their own problems for once. Or will she help them all and lose the chance at her own happiness?
Patricia Scanlan manages to cover the real topics in life such as eating disorders, relationships with your ex and love later in life without making them too disheartening. The story runs along nicely with real detail and feeling and I thoroughly enjoyed it up until the very last chapter where it felt like the author got bored of writing and just finished with a very short and sweet epilogue. Almost felt like there should have been another 5 or 6 chapters to finish it nicely. I still enjoyed the book but ended up feeling a little disappointed.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I am a huge fan of Patricia Scanlan's books. There is no one to equal her in writing family dynamics and good 'vile' characters you don't like but relish reading about. I was thrilled to see this book on the shelves, a greatly anticipated sequel but, like many other reviewers I feel there must be another book on the way to tie up the characters stories satisfactorily for the reader!! There are still so many unanswered questions regarding characters we care about. I would give this book five stars if I knew there was going to be a third book on the way (done before with City Girl, City Woman, City Lives).
A great read but anyone thinking of buying this must make sure to have read Forgive and Forget first!
A great read but anyone thinking of buying this must make sure to have read Forgive and Forget first!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is a follow up to 'Forgive and Forget' and as such all the previous characters were introduced with snippets of information for readers who had not read the first book. There are new characters added in the form of extended family members and their stories enfold, however I felt that the story came to an abrupt and inconclusive end leaving me feeling cheated as to what was going to happen. I suspect Ms. Scanlan wants us all to spend a further £12.00 to find out what happens in the future but all in all this book was 'filled out' and hadn't much substance in the way of storyline and I felt the author was under pressure to finish and wrap it up!
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PATRICIA SCANLAN
Patrica Scanlan is, in my opinion a brilliant author. Very real to life, its problems and good times, along with a few sad bits as well. Read more
Published 1 month ago by susan
Most enjoyable reading
Book was sent very promptly and in very good condition. Having read the previous book in this series it was good being able to get this one at such a good price. Really enjoyed it.
Published 4 months ago by Gloworm
Great follow up on 1st installment
This was great follow on from the 1st book and equally as good. Patricia continues to grip her readers as usual.
Published 5 months ago by Mrs. Beverley Mason
Excellent
Another excellent book by Scanlan, I couldn't put it down till it was finished. Avidly waiting for the third in this trilogy!!
Published 10 months ago by Ange
A bit disappointing!
This book is a follow up to 'Forgive and Forget' however if you haven't read it you could still pick up the story quite easily. Read more
Published 20 months ago by loulou37
Good enough overall, but pacing weird
A bit quick to end, and some storylines last a long time and some are fast. It's just a bit weird, that's all, but enjoyable enough all the same. Read more
Published 23 months ago by D. G. Solder
Happy Ever After
I enjoyed reading this book which arrived in just a few days. As always Patricia Scanlan writes a good story.
Published on 25 May 2010 by India
dont waste your money
I was very disappointed in reading the follow up to the first book. the author over did the story line in this one. Read more
Published on 22 April 2010 by Ilove to read
Another good read coming up!
Haven't started the book yet, but I know it will be as excellent as all the others, looking forward to reading it.
Published on 22 April 2010 by Bellamy
Part 2 of 3 :)
(ETA: This book is now confirmed as part 2 of 3 so I have updated my review to give the book 4 stars.)
First off the good. Read more
First off the good. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2010 by KittyP
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