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by Marian Keyes (Author) "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..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin; New Ed edition (4 Jul 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0141007478
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141007472
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 13,242 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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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 non-stop carousel of limos, television appearances, hair-dos, devoted fans, stalkers and all the glitzy paraphernalia of being a public figure. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars I bow before greatness!, 31 Dec 2001
By LD (Derry, N. Ireland) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Under the Duvet (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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Where do I start?, 12 Sep 2008
By Zara (Belfast) - See all my reviews
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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 without wondering what's going to happen next, unlike most Keyes books which I find almost impossible to put down. Her writing is just so funny and observant. A lot of the pieces of journalism had already been published although I hadn't read them before, but some new ones were penned especially for this collection. I particularly liked Fear and Loathing in Los Angeles - a hilarious ancedote of Marian's trip to LA LA land. It had me in fits of laughter. Another winner!
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Alright, but not nearly as good as any of her others, 30 Jan 2002
This review is from: Under the Duvet (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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4.0 out of 5 stars 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
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5.0 out of 5 stars Funny and Honest as usual
Keyes at her very best - honest observations of life which kept me laughing - shame it wasn't six inches thick!
Published on 15 Nov 2006 by B. J. Pettiford

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny and chatty
Under the Duvet is a collection of "things" (dont know what to call 'em) that marian Keyes has written for Irish newspapers/magazines. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Irish Comedy
This is more a collection of short stories that Marian has written for magazines and newspapers with some unpublished pieces as well. Read more
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I have read all of Marian Keyes books and was very disappointed with this. It was almost a biography of sorts and not very interesting. Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2004 by slivermore2

5.0 out of 5 stars A BRILLIANT BEACH READ.
I took this book on my holiday last year, and it was one of the best beach books iv read, well worth getting your teeth in to it, its filled with witty and funny samples of her... Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2004 by kjudd23

2.0 out of 5 stars under the duvet
i found this book really hard to get into because it was just short stories and also it wasnt that entertaining. A bit of a let down for marian keys
Published on 29 Feb 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Funny stuff with a few surprises
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. Read more
Published on 13 Oct 2003 by beckycat

4.0 out of 5 stars wonderful Irish story telling
Authors are human - it's official. This lighthearted and wonderfully personal book demystifies the life of a writer. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it, loved it, loved it!
I brought this book knowing that it was a collection of journalism, looking forward to something light-weight that I could dip in and out of. Read more
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