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'How did it end up like this? Twenty-seven, unemployed, mistaken for a drug addict, in a treatment centre in the back arse of nowhere with an empty Valium bottle in my knickers . . .'
Meet Rachel Walsh. She has a pair of size 8 feet and such a fondness for recreational drugs that her family has forked out the cash for a spell in Cloisters - Dublin's answer to the Betty Ford Clinic. She's only agreed to her incarceration because she's heard that rehab is wall-to-wall jacuzzis, gymnasiums and rock stars going tepid turkey - and it's about time she had a holiday.
But what Rachel doesn't count on are the toe-curling embarrassments heaped on her by family and group therapy, the dearth of sex, drugs and rock'n'roll - and missing Luke, her ex. What kind of a new start in life is this?
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Marian Keyes' international bestselling novels include Rachel's Holiday, Last Chance Saloon, Sushi for Beginners, Angels, The Other Side of the Story, Anybody Out There and This Charming Man, a number one bestseller. Two collections of her journalism, Under the Duvet and Further Under the Duvet, are also available from Penguin. Marian lives in Dublin with her husband.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was given a dog-eared copy of this book while in a rehab centre in Dublin and found it wonderful. The book is written on Marion Keyes own experiences and manages to give an incredibly accurate account of "life inside" without being bogged down with sentamental tales of suffering or sounding like a martyr. It is uplifting, funny and very honest. I for one found it a great help in my recovery, and would even go so far as saying, the fact Rachel is so funny and normal she helped me admit I had a problem and not feel like a freak ! I also lent it to my mum and sisters to help them understand my state of mind at the time. If you or anyone you know has a problem with drugs or alcohol please buy this book, and if you don't, buy it anyway. It's really good. I have read everything she has published since, she is a fantastic storyteller !
ps and that original copy is still doing the rounds as far as I know !!!
ps and that original copy is still doing the rounds as far as I know !!!
65 of 67 people found the following review helpful
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Having read Rachel's Holiday for the first time 5 years ago, I've since read and re-read it and I just never tire of it. It's more than a girly read. It has more depth than that. I've read all Marian Keyes books and this one by far is her best and strongest novel. However if you plan on reading Rachel's Holiday (which I strongly urge you to do) first read Watermelon,Rachel's Holiday and then Angels. They are a triology of (what I hope will be 5 books) 5 sisters. The Walsh sisters. Claire (Watermelon), Rachel's Holiday (Rachel) and Angels (Maggie). I'm already looking forward to reading about Anna and especially the hilarious Helen.
(PS There was a tv drama based loosly on Watermelon which was awful and not a patch on the great read that it is - that's just by the by!)
(PS There was a tv drama based loosly on Watermelon which was awful and not a patch on the great read that it is - that's just by the by!)
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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I read 'Rachels Holiday' about two years ago but have been prompted to write a review now as I have also just finished reading 'The other side of the story' also by Marian Keyes (it mentions amazon a lot). I was gripped by this book from the very first page and read it in two days on my holiday. By the end of my holiday i had read it twice. (and have read it another 3 times since). I could not put this book down, I felt like I could really relate to Rachel and I cried my eyes out through most of the book (especially the bit where she meets brigit on Xmas day). I cried with laughter too, especially at the 'inmates'. Marian made you believe that Rachel was a normal person having fun, and your just as shocked as Rachel when you discover that there is actually a problem, and because of this you actually feel every emotion rachel is feeling. I wish I could give this bok 20 stars and the same goes for 'The other side of the story'. well done marian keyes, keep up the amazing work.
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ONE OF MY FAVE BOOKS
I am a huge Marian Keyes fan and there isn't one book of her's that I haven't enjoyed however Rachel's Holiday has got to be one of my favourite books of all times. Read more
Published 13 days ago by kelz
Disappointing
Having read the reviews on here about this book I was eagerly awaiting to read. However, for me I have found it a disappointing read. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Remy
Disappointing
I usually adore Marion Keyes - but this one was a real let down. I was convinced I'd love it after so many rave reveiws - how wrong I was! Read more
Published 20 days ago by Llegir
Entertaining with a serious message
Rachel Walsh, one of the five Irish Walsh sisters, is living a wild party life in New York. She is lucky enough to have a loyal friend and flat-sharer, Brigit, and a gorgeous... Read more
Published 23 days ago by Clive A. H. Still
Just lovely
I hadn't read Watermelon, or indeed any other books by the author, but I bought Rachel's Holiday on the strength of other reviews and just loved it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Caren Firth
nylnam
Marian Keyes at her very best. This book is laugh out loud funny. I have read and re-read on numerous occasions whenever I need a "pick me up". I can't recommend highly enough.
Published 3 months ago by nylnam
So boring
I usually love Marian Keyes books but I found this book very depressing and not at all funny. I do not recommend it
Published 3 months ago by bookworm
READ THIS BOOK
I have read this book numerous times over the years and have passed copies on to family and friends. I love, love, love this book. Read more
Published 5 months ago by tatianna tomasina
The best of Keyes!
Having enjoyed Watermelon and Lucy Sullivan when I read this - I had resonably high expectations. This one however is my favourite Keyes novel. Read more
Published 5 months ago by N. Cranny
Brilliant!!!
This was my first Keyes ever. Nowadays I'm a huge fan of this author.
Rachel's holiday has that mixture of funny, intense, real in many kinds of ways and that you never... Read more
Rachel's holiday has that mixture of funny, intense, real in many kinds of ways and that you never... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Cony
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