- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd; New edition edition (3 Jun 2004)
- ISBN-10: 0141003766
- ISBN-13: 978-0141003764
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 580,004 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you have been captured by the mesmeric charm that is Alan Cumming on screen then you will not be able to resist his first novel, Tommy's Tale. All the charisma of the loveable Scot has been passed to the central character Tommy. A twenty-nine year old Londoner who battles with the dreaded C word - Commitment! Through various London night-spots, New York's high life and the occasional disabled loo, we are taken on an exciting ride to see if Tommy can leave his self-indulgent lifestyle behind, and commit himself to his boyfriend Charlie and his adorable eight-year-old son Finn.
It took me less than twenty-four hours to read this book. From the moment it arrived I couldn't put it down. Each character is beautifully presented and by the end of this book I just wanted to give each one of them a hug. This captivating heart felt novel is one not to be missed.
Alan declared that this isn't an autobiography, but that he just used his experience to write this enthralling novel. It gives us an eye opening view in to the mind of an incredibly talented enchanting actor and soon to be best selling author.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I loved Alan Cumming in The High Life and when I found out about the book I decided it would be equally funny. Luckily it was a good choice. I found myself laughing a few times despite the funny looks I got on the bus.
Tommy's tale tells us of a bisexual man approaching 30 and evaluating his life. It tells of the love he has for his maybe boyfriend Charlie and Charlie's son Finn. Tommy would also like to be a Dad himself. Luckily he has two briliant friends in Sadie and Bobby that are there to help. Some of the passages are written so beautifully in fairytale style and work well in the book.
There are sex and drug references in the book but I never got the impression they were there for the sake of it. They are part of Tommy's life and the story flows well. I had it finished in a day and a half. I found myself wanting to know what happened next which is a good sign that the writer has done enough to make you care about the characters.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
.....but perhaps watch out for those reading over your shoulder. The content of this cracking novel is both extreme and extremely funny. If you have seen Cummings interviewed you will understand that the man is extremely witty and also somewhat complicated.
Well so is this book - not least because much of it must be autobiographical. The charm of the man shines through - but be warned. It's a real romp through the world of parties, drugs and sex - and I loved every page of it.
Well so is this book - not least because much of it must be autobiographical. The charm of the man shines through - but be warned. It's a real romp through the world of parties, drugs and sex - and I loved every page of it.
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Don't bother ...
I bought this book because it was listed as one of the titles for a book discussion group I belong to. I found it banal, poorly written, predictable and sordid. Read more
Published 13 months ago by P. J. Campbell
Tommy's Tale
One of the funniest books I have read in a long time. Extremely rude in places and not something to be left out for your mother to read!Tommy's Tale
Published 21 months ago by Mr. Norman H. Booth
Morality tale or fairy tale?
A morality tale for the 21st century wrapped up in modern morals, street language, and a "healthy"(? Read more
Published on 30 July 2009 by Daniel Park
What a gem!
Tommy's Tale is wonderful, exhilerating read. It will keep you on the edge of you trousers until you put it down. Read more
Published on 9 Jun 2008 by Matthew Field
Wolverhampton Libraries LGBT Reading Group Review
After spending a lot of time with his boyfriend's smart son Finn, and in anticipation of a turning-30 crisis, Tommy develops a sudden (although unconvincing) passion to become a... Read more
Published on 20 Dec 2007 by Ms. R. Graham
Hmm, Low Expectations
Bought the book a while ago, and after having finished the book on a flight, it didn't leave me excited or sympathetic to any of the characters. Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2003 by matigrebooks
Bobbins
I haven't read a book this contrived, unoriginal and self congratulatory for a very long time (if ever). Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2003
unoriginal, bland, dull
I bought this book whilst in need of a frothy amusing read whilst on holiday. I found it the most irritating, unoriginal, loathsome book I've ever read (oops, sorry, 2nd only to... Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2003 by nanga
Holiday Read
I picked this book up to take as a read for a week relaxing in Sardinia on the beach! It was hilarious and very well written, easy to read and a perfect book for a light hearted... Read more
Published on 28 May 2003 by "williamhardingw"
Tommy Is My New Best Friend
This is the story of Tommy’s pre-thirtieth birthday emotional crisis. A self confessed party boy, Tommy is also a bi-sexual nymphomaniac who is not afraid of taking... Read more
Published on 17 May 2003 by "kkatewhite"
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