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`In creating the story of two strangers brought together by one wish - to have a child of their own - Rayner has written a novel that is also intensely emotive and even educational' --Sunderland Echo
`Sarah Rayner explores an emotive subject with great sensitivity.'
--Sunday Express
'A topical subject treated with insightfulness and care that makes for a wholly absorbing story with a touching ending that ll prompt a tear or two' --Easy Living
'In evoking ordinary lives invaded by a deep, primitive yearning, Rayner s portrayal of her characters interior landscapes is carefully crafted and empathetic' --The Sunday Times
'An addictive page-turner that delves deep into the importance of love and friendship' --Manchester Evening News
'In creating the story of two strangers brought together by one wish, Rayner has written a novel that as well as having colourful and resonating characters is also intensely emotive and even educational' --Yorkshire Evening Post
'A must-read! The exploration of characters is compelling a real page-turner' --g3 magazine
'Sensitively written... kept me hooked from page one. Highly recommended, it s a juicy page-turner you ll want to swallow up whole --Bookbag.com
'Incredibly compelling... Beautifully written and heartbreakingly honest' --Novelicious
'I finished the book with tears in my eyes it s a great read and you won t be able to put it down!'
--Kate Brian, author of The Complete Guide to IVF
`Sarah Rayner explores an emotive subject with great sensitivity.'
--Sunday Express
'A topical subject treated with insightfulness and care that makes for a wholly absorbing story with a touching ending that ll prompt a tear or two' --Easy Living
'In evoking ordinary lives invaded by a deep, primitive yearning, Rayner s portrayal of her characters interior landscapes is carefully crafted and empathetic' --The Sunday Times
'An addictive page-turner that delves deep into the importance of love and friendship' --Manchester Evening News
'In creating the story of two strangers brought together by one wish, Rayner has written a novel that as well as having colourful and resonating characters is also intensely emotive and even educational' --Yorkshire Evening Post
'A must-read! The exploration of characters is compelling a real page-turner' --g3 magazine
'Sensitively written... kept me hooked from page one. Highly recommended, it s a juicy page-turner you ll want to swallow up whole --Bookbag.com
'Incredibly compelling... Beautifully written and heartbreakingly honest' --Novelicious
'I finished the book with tears in my eyes it s a great read and you won t be able to put it down!'
--Kate Brian, author of The Complete Guide to IVF
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‘A topical subject treated with insight and care that makes for a wholly absorbing story . . . will prompt a tear or two’ Easy Living What if the thing you most longed for was resting on a two week wait? After a health scare, Brighton-based Lou learns that her time to have a baby is running out. She can’t imagine a future without children, but her partner doesn’t seem to feel the same way. Meanwhile, up in Yorkshire, Cath is longing to start a family with her husband, Rich. No one would be happier to have a child than Rich, but Cath is infertile. Could these two women help each other out? ‘An addictive page turner . . . digs deep into the importance of love and friendship’ Manchester Evening News ‘Explores an emotive subject with great sensitivity’ Sunday Express ‘Beautifully written and heartbreakingly honest’ Novelicious
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We were first introduced to the character of Lou in Sarah Rayner's previous bestseller, "One Moment, One Morning," where she witnesses a man's death after a heart attack on a train. The man's wife, Karen, and her best friend Anna meet Lou through this unfortunate tragedy and strike up a friendship. All three characters feature in "The Two Week Wait," and as such I would recommend reading Rayner's previous book before this one, although it is not essential, it does give more back story to the Brighton-based women.
Lou hasn't considered having children at this stage in her life, but after an operation to remove a cyst, she is confronted with the reality that it's now or never, although her partner Sofia in not keen. Meanwhile, in the Yorkshire Dales, Cath also longs for a child with her husband Rich, although her recent battle with cancer has left her infertile and her age means adoption is out of the question. The story continues between the two women's perspectives as they both look into the option of egg sharing through IVF and although they never meet, they attend the same fertility show, the same clinic and share stories on an online forum.
As with her previous novel, Rayner writes sensitively, capturing a huge range of emotions from the characters as they go through `The Two Week Wait,' to find out if they are expecting. Whilst the book focuses on the two female characters, I also enjoyed the parts the minor characters play. I would recommend this, especially if you have read "One Moment, One Morning," and would even suggest that "The Two Week Wait," is the better read overall.
Lou hasn't considered having children at this stage in her life, but after an operation to remove a cyst, she is confronted with the reality that it's now or never, although her partner Sofia in not keen. Meanwhile, in the Yorkshire Dales, Cath also longs for a child with her husband Rich, although her recent battle with cancer has left her infertile and her age means adoption is out of the question. The story continues between the two women's perspectives as they both look into the option of egg sharing through IVF and although they never meet, they attend the same fertility show, the same clinic and share stories on an online forum.
As with her previous novel, Rayner writes sensitively, capturing a huge range of emotions from the characters as they go through `The Two Week Wait,' to find out if they are expecting. Whilst the book focuses on the two female characters, I also enjoyed the parts the minor characters play. I would recommend this, especially if you have read "One Moment, One Morning," and would even suggest that "The Two Week Wait," is the better read overall.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Mamaoftwo
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Nothing worse than finishing a book and feeling bereft without the characters in your life anymore - that is how I felt after finishing the heart wrenching 'One Moment One Morning' - so imagine my delight when I found 'The Two Week Wait' which features all the same characters! It was such a treat to delve into their lives again and to read such a compassionately written and unusual plot. Excellent characterisation and superb pace as always. Another stunner from Sarah Rayner - thank you! X
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By I. Glover
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I had previous read another book written by Sarah Rayner and knew this would be worth buying. Really holds your attention and is clverly written. Can't wait for her next one!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful
Beautiful - made me cry. A wonderful story told in an accessible, friendly way. Look forward to more from this author!
Published 1 month ago by Flash fan
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great sequel
Having just read "One moment, one morning", I ordered this and didn't realise the characters would be familiar. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. S. H. Middleton
3.0 out of 5 stars
Really doesn't measure up to 'One moment, one morning'
I had massively enjoyed reading the predecessor to The Two Week Wait and I had very high hopes for the sequel. Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Cooper
4.0 out of 5 stars
Well written around a heart wrenching problem
Enjoyed this book so much I checked for others by this author to discover I had bought the preceding novel earlier in the year and had it on Kindle unread. Read more
Published 3 months ago by BG Europe
1.0 out of 5 stars
Clumsy, cliched and so awful I couldn't even read it in the bath!
Is the best she could offer words to the effect of 'I marvelled at Karen's ability to entertain her children and wondered if I would ever be so good'. Read more
Published 3 months ago by S Hyland-McCabe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful!
I loved One moment One Morning, so I approached The Two Week Wait with anticipation, in fact I downloaded it ages ago but kept putting off reading it as I knew I'd love it - I... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Allie T
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy but Sad
A follow-on from One Moment One Morning this story focusses on lesbian Lou who decides she wants a child and sets about donating some of her eggs as well as finding a suitable... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Paisley Pedlar
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant storyline
This is the 2nd book by Sarah Rayner which I was recommended by a friend. This was a fabulous story that I couldn't put down
Published 4 months ago by Sian77
1.0 out of 5 stars
The Two week wait
This book was not worth the wait!I limped through the book willing it to end -not as good as its predecessor.
Published 4 months ago by Anne Sheldon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book
I loved this book as I have enjoyed all Sarah Rayner's books. It is really well written and completely absorbing. I can't wait for more of this author.
Published 5 months ago by J. Taylor
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