- Paperback: 501 pages
- Publisher: Hyperion Books; Reissue edition (Nov 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 140130916X
- ISBN-13: 978-1401309169
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 13.1 x 3.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (436 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 574,608 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Cecelia Ahern's debut novel, PS, I Love You, follows the engaging, witty and occasionally sappy reawakening of Holly, a young Irish widow who must put her life back together after she loses her husband Gerry to a brain tumour. Ahern, the twentysomething daughter of Ireland's Prime Minister, has discovered a clever and original twist to the Moving On After Death concept made famous by novelists and screenwriters alike--Gerry has left Holly a series of letters designed to help her face the year ahead and carry on with her life. As the novel takes readers through the seasons (and through Gerry's monthly directives), we watch as Holly finds a new job, takes a holiday to Spain with her girlfriends, and sorts through her beloved husband's belongings. Accompanying Holly throughout the healing process is a cast of friends and family members who add as much to the novel's success as Holly's own tale of survival. In fact, it is these supporting characters' mini-dramas that make PS, I Love You more than just another superficial tearjerker with the obligatory episode at a karaoke bar. Ahern shows real talent for capturing the essence of an interaction between friends and foes alike; even if Holly's circle of friends does resemble the gang from Bridget Jones a bit too neatly to ignore (her best friend is even called Sharon).
While her style can be at times repetitive and her delivery is occasionally amateurish, Ahern deserves credit for a spirited first effort. If PS, I Love You is any indication of this author's talent, readers have much to look forward to as Ahern matures as a novelist and a storyteller. --Gisele Toueg, Amazon.com --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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'A sensational debut novel that proves true love never dies.' Cosmopolitan 'A wonderfully life-affirming, witty debut.' Company 'Like an Irish Sleepless in Seattle and almost certainly the chick-lit bestseller of the year.' In Style 'A fun, fresh read.' Marie Claire 'A wonderfully warm and witty debut from a terrific new writer!This exceptional novel about bereavement, friendship and lost love is both heartbreaking and uplifting.' Express 'Wild humour and heartbreak tangled up in one great read.' Cathy Kelly 'Insightful and true.' Deirdre Purcell, Irish Independent
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
This is a tear-jerker,
This review is from: PS, I Love You (Paperback)
I am a complete bookworm. I read every bit of literacy set in front of me, and believe me, I never cry.Whoops, don't believe me. I started reading PS I love you, on Christmas Day. I started to cry on Christmas Day, from the very first chapter!!! I then continued to cry throughout it is just so sad, but don't think its dreary, I was laughing through it too on too many frequent occasions. The ending. Let's just say, I had it all planned in my head. It didn't happen as I thought. My only comment is that on occasions the writing becomes a bit long-winded with scenes I didn't really find apporpriate. They became a bit passive, making me have to read the passage a second time to understand what had been said, but this does not take away from the story! This is a lovely book from a talented author. I can't wait to read her other published book
36 of 41 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: PS, I Love You (Paperback)
I am not much of a reader, but getting a voucher for my 18th, i thought I would change my habits.I saw this book and read the blurb which does not do it any justice at all. From the minute I opened the book I found it very hard to tear myself away from it. finding that at every spare moment I had I would pick it up. The story is based on Holly and her husband Gerry who passes away with a brain tumour. Holly, as many of us have found it hard losing others and this is no different. She stuggles to come to terms with what has happened to her. She recieves a call from her mother saying there is a note for her. It turns out her husband has left her notes that last 10 months. Each month a new one is opened with something different to help guide her to progress with her life 'without' him. This novel is very heart felt and touched my heart on a number of occasions. Throughout the book I had to fight back the tears. This is a must read! I'm just looking forward to many more of Aherns books to come.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
It's a shame...,
By Bookie (UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: PS, I Love You (Paperback)
... because I did have high hopes for this book. Unfortunately, as the author seems to have no idea what it would be like to lose someone, she could have benefitted from doing some research. Sitting around the house feeling miserable is a bit of a simplistic view.
It's also obvious that the author is writing about characters much older than she is, as they all seem a bit childish to me, as is the writing style. But maturity could improve this. All-in-all, you'd be better off reading "Anybody out there?" by Marian keyes.
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