480 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780143118497
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books
Publication date: 26 July 2011
Description
A wry and life-affirming tale-and the Irish literary star's latest New York Times bestseller. Marian Keyes's inimitable blend of rollicking humor, effervescent prose, and captivating stories that deal with real-life issues have won readers aroun...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,032 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 40%
hopeful 36%
mysterious 36%
reflective 36%
funny 31%
sad 22%
challenging 13%
dark 13%
inspiring 13%
relaxing 9%
adventurous 4%
Pace
fast 17%
slow 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 63% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 70% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 5%Loveable characters?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 55% | No: 44%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10%Average rating
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Rape, Suicide attempt, Cancer480 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780143118497
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Books
Publication date: 26 July 2011
Description
A wry and life-affirming tale-and the Irish literary star's latest New York Times bestseller. Marian Keyes's inimitable blend of rollicking humor, effervescent prose, and captivating stories that deal with real-life issues have won readers aroun...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,032 reviews
Moods
lighthearted 40%
hopeful 36%
mysterious 36%
reflective 36%
funny 31%
sad 22%
challenging 13%
dark 13%
inspiring 13%
relaxing 9%
adventurous 4%
Pace
fast 17%
slow 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 63% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 10%Strong character development?
Yes: 70% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 5%Loveable characters?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 55% | No: 44%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Suicide attempt, Cancer