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'Every bit as good, if not better, than her highly acclaimed previous novels. An intriguing plot, sympathetic characterisation and beautifully observed, sophisticated writing all make for a hugely satisfying read' (Booksellers' Choice )
'Maggie O'Farrell has written three novels, each of them a critical and commercial success' (FT )
'A well paced read that slowly and tantalisingly unravels a web of mysteries, tragedies and intrigue, keeping you hooked' (Eve )
'Maggie O'Farrell brilliantly reveals how the past has an untidy habit of cluttering up the present in this compulsively readable tale of star-crossed lovers and secretive siblings' (Elle )
'Maggie O'Farrell has written three novels, each of them a critical and commercial success' (FT )
'A well paced read that slowly and tantalisingly unravels a web of mysteries, tragedies and intrigue, keeping you hooked' (Eve )
'Maggie O'Farrell brilliantly reveals how the past has an untidy habit of cluttering up the present in this compulsively readable tale of star-crossed lovers and secretive siblings' (Elle )
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'Every bit as good, if not better, than her highly acclaimed previous novels. An intriguing plot, sympathetic characterisation and beautifully observed, sophisticated writing all make for a hugely satisfying read' -- Booksellers' Choice 20031219 'Maggie O'Farrell has written three novels, each of them a critical and commercial success' -- FT 20031219 'A well paced read that slowly and tantalisingly unravels a web of mysteries, tragedies and intrigue, keeping you hooked' -- Eve 20031219 'Maggie O'Farrell brilliantly reveals how the past has an untidy habit of cluttering up the present in this compulsively readable tale of star-crossed lovers and secretive siblings' -- Elle 20031219
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'd never read any of Maggie O'farrell's books before, although my friends had been telling me to for ages. But I loved this so much I went straight out to buy her others. This is a really copmlex, involving read that you won't be able to put down. It centres on two relationships: the emerging love story between Stella, a scottish-italian girl, and Jake, a British Hong Kong man, and the weirdly close relationship between Stella and her crazy and infuriating sister Nina. There are lots of other smaller parts in the book (which sounds like I'm talking about a film and reading this books is a bit like watching a film - it's so vivid and she cuts between scenes like a movie director) and every one of these people are as real, believable and visible as the main characters. She writes in what seems like a complicated way at first - lots of different people, and moving back and forward in time - but after a while you get completely used to it. It's a great read, a beautiful love story and anyone who has sisters will recognise lots of the emotions/frustrations from here!
Highly, highly recommended.
Highly, highly recommended.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I started reading this novel, I was mesmerised by the main characters, who are utterly convincing and realistic, and very impressed by the amount of careful research that the author has obviously put into her work (the novel introduces scenes and characters from Italy, Wales, London, Scotland and Hong Kong, as well as Italian, Chinese and Welsh phrases). However, I lost interest towards the end - the "dizzying twist" which the Daily Mail speaks of never happened for me; on the contrary, the ending was highly predictable. I found myself speed-reading the last twenty pages because I knew what was going to take place. I also don't understand why the character of Mair was so finely-drawn, only to disappear without trace - I was hoping that she might re-emerge towards the end, elderly and contrite, to tie up the Caroline/family issue.
40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I loved Maggie O Farrell's first book and eagarly awaited her second, which in my opinion sorely disappoints! - did not enjoy it all it, in fact didn't even finish it....
However was willing to give her a second chance and bought her new hardback , which i can say is equally as good if not better than her first book. I am reading it soooo slowly because I don't want it to end !- characters are utterly believable - the relationship between Stella and her sister Nina is fascinating and the storyline keeps you hooked long into the night - Jake's character is also compelling and his quest to find some link with his father - all in all, an excellent read - trust me, you won't be disappointed if you enjoyed her first book, - this is on a similar level.
However was willing to give her a second chance and bought her new hardback , which i can say is equally as good if not better than her first book. I am reading it soooo slowly because I don't want it to end !- characters are utterly believable - the relationship between Stella and her sister Nina is fascinating and the storyline keeps you hooked long into the night - Jake's character is also compelling and his quest to find some link with his father - all in all, an excellent read - trust me, you won't be disappointed if you enjoyed her first book, - this is on a similar level.
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Elusive but Interesting Characters
Maggie O'Farrell's third novel deals with two people, both from slightly complicated multi-cultural backgrounds, who meet by chance, find they are perfect for each other, but have... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kate Hopkins
ONCE READ....HAVE TO READ THEM ALL...
which is basically my feelings about Maggie O'Farrell's books......started with one which my daughter in law gave me and from then on I was hooked.... Read more
Published 6 months ago by dragonriding
The distance between them narrows
I did enjoy the story of these two young people who have had more than their fair share of trajedy and family complicatons in their lives thus far. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lance Mitchell
Baffling - was I missing some pages?
I just finished this book and ended up wondering whether I was missing some pages, there were so many loose ends left untied. Read more
Published 12 months ago by A. Clements
An irritating read
I was really looking forward to reading this book after its rave reviews. However, I found it disappointing. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Sue B.
enjoyable read
Recently read this book which i enjoyed only thing i found disappointing was the ending but never the less i enjoyed the book but i didn't love the book, big difference.
Published 23 months ago by teddy
Worth reading
This is the third novel I have read by Maggie O'Farrell and I find her novels easy reading but nothing spectacular. Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2009 by LindyLouMac
Perfectly Crafted
I read and really enjoyed 'After You'd Gone' and 'The Vanishing Acts of Esme Lennox' but was really disappointed by 'My Lover's Lover', so had left this sitting on my shelf for... Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2009 by Lincs Reader
Overall disappointing- 2.5 stars
Like most other reviewers, I loved Maggie O'Farrell's first novel, After You'd Gone. However, reading this one felt - sad to say - like wading through treacle. Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2009 by Belford
Interesting but 'baby-ish'
Interesting plot...although a few incredible 'leaps of faith' are required to understand the outcome of the 2 main characters relationship. Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2009 by Lala B
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