Oh my.

I'm crying rivers!! This was such an heartbreaking book!! I love love love it!!

The relationship between Rosie and Alex was so beautiful and it just wrecked me!!

I love the fact that this book was really letters and cards, post-cards, emails, invitations. It was so interesting reading it!!

And omg don't even get me started on the'silence'!!! I can't imagine a better description for love. The silence.. when you don't have to say anything. You only have to feel!!

I really like all the other characters and especially Katie, because the whole mother-daughter relationship reminded me of Gilmore Girls and it just was so heart-warming.

I've never read a 'Cecelia Ahern' book before, but I've seen 'P.S: I Love You', the movie, and I knew I was going to love this book. So reading 'Love, Rosie' just motivated me to read, not just 'P.S: I Love You', but ALL of her books!! She's just a great story teller!!

This book is hands down the most perfect romance-fiction I've ever read!! It's a book that I wouldn't mind reading every year till I'm old and grey and my eye-sight is so poor that I can't read!! PERFECT. PERFECT BOOK!!! ♥

Perfect Valentine’s Day book!


I usually have a tendency not to read books that are 500+ pages long. However, for some reason, I decided to give this particular one a try. And boy, am I glad I did! It is such a delightful story that is told through a unique combination of letters, emails, and instant messages. It chronicles the lives and journeys of lifelong friends,展现ing both their flaws and their strengths. I absolutely loved all of the characters. Each one was so well-developed and had their own distinct personality. I would highly recommend listening to the audio version of this book, which is narrated by the very captivating Irish narrator, Amy Creighton. Her voice adds an extra layer of charm and authenticity to the story. I am really looking forward to seeing the movie adaptation of this book as well. I have a feeling it is going to be just as wonderful as the book.

I absolutely adored the heck out of the movie. It was so captivating and engaging that it was enough to break my long-standing rule of not reading books that I've already watched film adaptations of. You see, my favorite love trope was just calling out to me from the screen.

The movie had all the elements that I look for in a great love story. The chemistry between the lead characters was palpable, and their journey of falling in love was both heartwarming and exciting.

Now, I find myself eager to explore the source material and see if the book can offer even more depth and detail to the story. I'm curious to discover if the author's words can bring the characters and their emotions to life in a different way.

Despite breaking my rule, I have a feeling that this decision is going to be well worth it. I can't wait to immerse myself in the world of the book and continue to be charmed by this wonderful love story.

1.5 stars.

I gave this book 1.5 stars only because I actually had the perseverance to read the whole thing.

Personally, this book was an absolute miss for me. I did not find the slightest bit of enjoyment in it, and I would not recommend it to anyone.

The story is presented in the form of notes and email letters, which I initially thought was an interesting concept. However, when an email extends beyond a page, it becomes overly long and tiresome. The letters also lacked excitement and often involved the characters chatting in online rooms.

The main characters are Rosie, the female, and Alex, the male. We also follow some of their friends and family, with Rosie's friend Ruby being one of the main issues for me. The book suffers from a lack of interesting and engaging characters.

The message that bad things happen to those who do stupid things seemed lost on Rosie. Meanwhile, Alex is able to build a good life for himself through hard work. The author attempts to make us feel sorry for Rosie's struggles, but I simply couldn't.

Another problem I had was that if both characters like each other, they should stop making poor choices that will only make it more difficult for them to be together.

Overall, this book was a disappointment. The story was weak, the romance angle was unconvincing, and the characters were unappealing. Additionally, despite the emails and letters keeping the book somewhat flowing, it was still over 400 pages long. I firmly do not recommend this book to anyone.

A truly adorable story that beautifully portrays the relationship of best friends who are also soul mates. It's really captivating. What I particularly liked was the unique way the author presented the entire narrative. The story unfolds through a series of letters, emails, and instant messages exchanged between the two main characters and their family and friends. This format gives the story a sense of authenticity and immediacy, as if we are peeking into their private conversations. We get to see the evolution of their friendship, the joys and sorrows they share, and the deep connection that binds them. It's a heartwarming tale that reminds us of the power of true friendship and the special bond that can exist between two people.

4.5!
I really liked this story ❤️. Towards the end, it seemed to me that the plot was being unnecessarily stretched, but leaving that part aside, I really enjoyed it! I was very emotional, and I really wouldn't have said it ;)

This story had many aspects that appealed to me. The characters were well-developed and their relationships added depth to the narrative. The setting was vividly described, making it easy for me to imagine myself in the story.

Although I felt that the ending could have been more concise, it didn't overshadow the overall enjoyment I had while reading. The emotions that the story evoked in me were genuine and I found myself completely engaged from start to finish.

Overall, I would highly recommend this story to others who enjoy a good read that can touch their hearts and make them feel a range of emotions.

Tarde Demais

Rosie and Alex have loved each other deeply and truly since they were very young.

However, instead of being together and happy, they are miles apart, exchanging letters and emails.

Why would Alex and Rosie have buried this beautiful shared feeling of theirs, instead of setting it free and exploring it, as would be logical and expected?!

Let's start by discussing this topic a little:

How many of us have not already gone through phases where we threw our dreams into the ark, surrendering to a Life on Autopilot?! That is, instead of being guided by what we truly are, we opted for forced work routines!...

"For Always, Maybe" is yet another story that explores this premise - it is about chained dreams, about what was not realized and lost its timing!

Let's not imprison our Dreams for too long, because when we finally decide to set them free, it may already be Too Late.

I think this is the message that lies between the lines of this enchanting story!

I have a soft spot for best friends turn lovers books. After a friend recommended this one to me, I was extremely curious to read it. I desired something nice and easy, just to spend a weekend in bed reading.

This was my first book from Cecelia Ahern. After hearing so many amazing things about her, I had to break the ice and see for myself.

Meet Rosie and Alex, two best friends who share with us their funny and sad moments. Why share? Because the book is composed of letters, emails, notes, and postcards! It was such an interesting thing to read the story using these means, and I was very excited to understand how Cecelia managed to make the reader understand the plot. It was very simple, with a natural flow to the story and a very well-developed plot.

So, back to our characters. Rosie and Alex, two best friends since childhood, have a lot in common and dream of a future together, as friends of course. Having spent the majority of their time together, they are used to sharing things and talking about anything. But as time passes and they grow up and become teenagers, their priorities change as well, leading them to have different paths. Alex dreams of becoming a doctor, and Rosie wants to run her own hotel. During all the time they are apart to study, they keep in touch by using letters and emails. I loved this aspect that Cecelia brought to the readers because it was a unique book for me. Never before had I seen the plot constructed upon these written elements, and it gave so much depth to the story because they were intimate and genuine. Exactly like providing a dual POV, but more detailed if that's possible.

As time passes, Alex and Rosie continue to keep in contact, only to realize how lonely they are without one another. They are so stubborn that they fail to realize how in love they are, even though they have known each other since childhood. In a relationship, you first have to meet your friend, and then the lover. So I wanted to strangle them throughout most of the book because I knew that destiny would have them together. I wanted to see them accept their feelings and have a life together. Of course, they will make mistakes, big ones that can't be mended, but they will learn from them and manage to live with them.

This is a classic example of having the love of your life right in front of you but being too blind to reach out and take it. Rosie and Alex lived this experience, and let me tell you that it truly hurt to know they lost a lot of years not giving in to their instincts and feelings.

4 stars!

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Review 4.5/5

Smiling is my default expression most of the time. At certain places, I laugh unrestrictedly like a drain. There are definitely moments when I get teary-eyed, and it can be exasperating as I become all mushy midway and keep hoping that things would happen sooner rather than later.

I once read somewhere, "You must listen to your heart and follow it or it will find a million ways to remind you that there is something missing." I recalled this while reading about Rosie and Alex. Their friendship since childhood, filled with escapades, and the way they reveled in each other's dreams and success stories was truly gratifying. We're not just talking about a story of two protagonists here; it involves three different generations intertwined with love, fate, heartbreak, and a few characters who epitomize true friendship.

In my opinion, any relationship that withstands the test of time is a forever thing. Reading about something like this makes it even more real and believable. This book has a unique narrative as it consists only of emails, instant messaging, and letters throughout. You确实需要耐心去跟随每个角色的生活轨迹，他们的抱怨，躲避生活向他们抛来的霹雳，同时为爱情和友谊铺平道路。我个人很享受读这本书的经历。

This is absolutely my favourite book by Cecelia Ahern. It is a work that I am certain will remain deeply etched in my memory.

Sometimes, in life, things just don't seem to fall into place as we expect. This book, however, had an astonishing impact on both my heart and my mind. It delved into the complex emotions and situations that we often face in our daily lives, touching on themes that are universal and relatable.

Moreover, I truly loved the unique format of this book. It was presented in a way that made it not only engaging but also easy to follow. The structure added an extra layer of depth to the story, enhancing the overall reading experience.

In conclusion, I would毫不犹豫地 give this book five stars. It is a literary gem that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and emotionally fulfilling read.

“True love is finding your soulmate in your best friend” ----Faye Hall, an Australian author. Indeed, this quote holds great truth. If only we could all have a soulmate who is also our life's best friend. Cecelia Ahern, the international best-selling Irish author, wrote a novel, Love, Rosie. It's a charming love story between two childhood best friends, a girl and a boy. I wish I had read this book before The Year I Met You, which I think is far better and perhaps the best of her creations to date. Love, Rosie has some shortcomings in characterization, which we'll discuss shortly. But first, let's look at the synopsis.

Synopsis: Rosie and Alex are meant for each other, yet only they seem not to know it. Best friends since childhood, their relationship deepens daily until Alex learns his family is leaving Dublin for Boston. At 17, Rosie and Alex start to see each other romantically. Devastated, they plan for Rosie to apply to colleges in the US. She gets into Boston University, and Alex into Harvard. Everything is going well until, on the eve of her departure, Rosie discovers she's pregnant by a boy she was dating on the rebound from Alex. Her dreams of college, Alex, and a glamorous career are shattered. Rosie stays in Dublin to be a single mother, while Alex pursues a medical career and a new love in Boston. But destiny has a funny way of working, and through a series of clever e-mails, letters, notes, and missed opportunities, Alex and Rosie realize fate isn't done with them yet.

To be honest, I watched the movie, and it wasn't that great. It didn't do justice to the book or the plot. PS: Only watch it if you're a big fan of Lilly Collins. She fits the role of Ahern's Rosie perfectly and does justice to her character. I was hoping for someone other than Sam Claflin to play Alex. He wasn't good and ruined those innocent Alex moments in the film. The storyline was similar to the book, but many important scenes were left out.

Now, let's talk about the story. I don't know why Ahern's storytelling is always so flawless, like a full-length movie unfolding before our eyes. The plot is sweet, showing young love maturing into adult love. Ahern teaches us that love has no age. The depiction of Alex and Rosie's childhood friendship is striking, and how Rosie's love for Alex evolves into something rich and meaningful. It's sad to see Alex lagging behind in matters of the heart. However, the characterization could have been stronger. Given that Rosie and Alex both grew up, had responsibilities, and made mistakes, Ahern left them as kids in a vicious circle of fate. The same events happening in their lives for over a decade made it a bit boring. Maybe this was to make the plot a sad sob story. The emotional content is powerful as the author described the heart-breaking events with love, compassion, and depth, pulling us into the sadness. The climax made me feel better about the story, and I eventually fell in love with Rosie and Alex's unfortunate, heart-wrenching, and tear-jerking story.

Do watch the movie version if you're a big fan of Lilly Collins and Cecilia Ahern. Verdict: Sad stories are needed to balance our happiness, and Love, Rosie fits that category perfectly.

Book 25/100 for 2015


This was truly an adorable book! Despite being a rather lengthy one for a contemporary novel, it chronicled the lives of Rosie and Alex from the tender age of 5 all the way to 50, and I remained thoroughly engaged in their story throughout. I adored these two characters, yet at the same time, I had the urge to give them a good smack on the head several times for being so incredibly stupid.

Regarding the writing style, it was presented in the forms of letters, emails, chat rooms (hahaha, who even uses those anymore?), and instant messages. It took me a while to get accustomed to this as at times, I found it challenging to determine how much time had elapsed since the previous section, and sometimes I felt that I couldn't fully establish a connection with the characters. However, I eventually became used to the writing, and it actually made the reading process quicker than if it had been just plain narrative prose. Moreover, the epilogue tied up the story beautifully!

I had an absolute blast reading this book, and I can't wait to watch the movie starring Lily Collins and Sam Claflin (even though I've heard that it's almost nothing like the book).