An interesting novella by Marian Keyes. No doubt if there was more time for plot and character development, it would've been amazing. I just wish it had been longer.
Honestly didn't except such a teeny-tiny book! But I got to introduce my friend to the 'stack' collection in a library which was probably more exciting than the actual reading of the book. I felt it was almost like a note-to-self type of short story. Be more grateful in life, that type of thing. Took only an hour to get through but it does have the simple effect of making one reflect on life and living. Now that I know it's part of the Open Door series, I can make more sense of the size.
This book is quite short, but I think it's fantastic. It does a really good job (quite by accident, I suspect) of describing the idea that the physical world and the spiritual world are actually co-located.
A very cute little book. Funny enough it was a subject very near me. Lately I feel like I am not living as I should. The days are slipping away from me. My reason is bad health but that is not good enough reason for not enjoying life to the fullest. So I have to yet again give myself a kick.
Great little book - a 'novella' or long short story, really. I like these quick read type books that are intended to encourage adults to read or improve their reading - they provide a short blast of a good author, just a little something to keep you going. I love Marian Keyes' books and this is a little treasure. It's such a plausible idea - what if you died, but didn't realise that you were dead? Both moving and funny.
Perfect if you are returning to Irish after more than a decade away. I had to get the old green collins dictionary out, but the book was still accessible and enjoyable. An encouraging start for the super rusty folk!