- Paperback: 315 pages
- Publisher: Harper Perennial; 1 edition (Jan 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0060562080
- ISBN-13: 978-0060562083
- Product Dimensions: 20.3 x 13.4 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,193,719 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'paints an endearing, hilarious picture of the cosy, crumpled life lived by the reigning queen of contemporary chicklit'
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'Her honesty and humour when dealing with the situations she's faced can have you laughing out loud'
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When people ask me what I do for a crust and I tell them that I'm a novelist, they immediately assume that my life is a nonstop carousel of limos, television appearances, hairdos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. Read the first page
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When people ask me what I do for a crust and I tell them that I'm a novelist, they immediately assume that my life is a nonstop carousel of limos, television appearances, hairdos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. Read the first page
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41 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I expected to hate this book. I geared myself up for throwing it aside and swearing at Marian for publishing "a collection of articles" instead of the meaty novels that I love to immerse myself in. So annoyed was I when I heard Under The Duvet was not a novel that I resolutely swore not to buy it in the usual frenzy in the bookshop way I usually buy Ms. Keyes' books and waited for my sister to buy me it for Christmas and even then, still being the huffy so and so I am, I refused to read it until a stomach bug laid me low and I was bored senseless with Christmas TV. I laughed outloud, I cried, I read it too fast, I fell in love with Marian Keyes ability to write all over again. As a journalist and wannabe writer, I am in awe. Marian Keyes is so like me, her obsession with shoes, her longing for a baby, her husband who thinks she is a human radar for his lost property... it all rings so true. The humour was evident, but perhaps the most powerfully written article in this book is the tale of Marian's own struggle with alcoholism, culminating in an attempt on her life. She is proof that everyone can make it. So after reading this book, I emerged from under my duvet (stomach bug gone) and have decided to start writing again.
Do not let the fact that this is not a novel stop you from buying it, buy it now, and buy it for your friends. Its funny, its moving, its for a good cause.
Roll on the next book, whatever form it may take.
Do not let the fact that this is not a novel stop you from buying it, buy it now, and buy it for your friends. Its funny, its moving, its for a good cause.
Roll on the next book, whatever form it may take.
17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'd heard great things about Marian Keyes before reading this so was hoping this book would be worth the price of the magazine it came free with(!) I was not disappointed. Keyes is a funny, funny woman and Under the Duvet had me laughing like a drain! I don't often actually laugh out loud when reading but it was hard not too when Keyes writes about otherwise boring everyday things with such creativity and humour.
The book is put together in a series of short chapters making it ideal to flick though and dip in and out of. So much of what she says rings true in particular 'A Quiet Millennium Night In' and how irritating News Years Eve can be.
I was surprised to find this book to contain quite a serious and thought provoking chapter about Keyes and her spiral into alcoholism. I didn't expect that in a book that is so obviously meant to be lighthearted, but it is an inspiring chapter and interesting to read how she overcome her problems.
If you have read books by Marian Keyes before or even if you haven't, I think most people would enjoy this book and find at least one chapter they can relate too.
17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I waited with "pre-ordered" bated breathe until this book was available. Unfortunately, it was not up to Marian Keyes normal calibre of writing. Rather than combining articles and short stores, I would recommend sticking to novels where we get to know and enjoy the characters and situations. It still has pride on the bookshelf with all the other Marian Keyes books (which I truly adore), but I would recommend any of her other books first before this one to a friend who wasn't familiar with her work.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not pure fiction.
I didn't realise that this was a compilation of episodes taken from Marian's life when I bought it. It did however help me to understand the author better.
Published 6 months ago by eileenp
So glad its not just me who types under a duvet!
As witty and entertaining as all other Marian Keyes books - revealing a unique insight into the authour herself and how her writings reflect her real life. Read more
Published 10 months ago by nicinoodle
I love Marian Keyes!!!
I love Marian Keyes' chick lit novels and Under the Duvet is no exception. It's a selection of her writing on various subjects and is very entertaining.
Published 12 months ago by J. Knight
Average
The book condition was described as " Used - Good " but amazingly its so old that its pages have turned brown.
Published 16 months ago by Yahya
Quick Reading
Perfect for a quick read every now & again. very funny & insightful. throuoghly enjoyable especially to those who understand Marian's wit.
Published 18 months ago by Banith
A good titter
Marian's personality really shines out in this book. I really enjoyed this book and it had me laughing out load, looking completly crazy, but it was worth it. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2010 by L Murphy
Entertaining
I read Under the Duvet in one go on a long train journey.
(Looking back, I now realise fellow pasengers must have wondered what I was giggling about. Read more
(Looking back, I now realise fellow pasengers must have wondered what I was giggling about. Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2009 by Wizteria
A+
Arrived quicker than expected. Well packaged and small enough to fit through the post box. Product as described.
Published on 17 July 2009 by R. Miranda
Where do I start?
I have read this collection of short works by Marian Keyes so many times that I've lost count now. It's a great little book to keep by the bed so you can read a couple of pieces... Read more
Published on 12 Sep 2008 by Zara
A book people can relate to
I was sceptical about buying this after reading some negative reviews - but i loved it. Easy to dip in and out of, and alot of her tales people can laugh along with because it's... Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2008 by Mrs. Jane P. Mason
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