A novel about holding on, letting go, and learning to love again.
Now in paperback, the endearing novel that captured readers' hearts and introduced a fresh new voice in women's fiction -- Cecelia Ahern.
Holly couldn't live without her husband Gerry, until the day she had to. They were the kind of young couple who could finish each other's sentences. When Gerry succumbs to a terminal illness and dies, 30-year-old Holly is set adrift, unable to pick up the pieces. But with the help of a series of letters her husband left her before he died and a little nudging from an eccentric assortment of family and friends, she learns to laugh, overcome her fears, and discover a world she never knew existed.
The kind of enchanting novel with cross-generational appeal that comes along once in a great while, PS, I Love You is a captivating love letter to the world!
Rachael G. (rachaelgonzales) from HONOLULU, HI wrote on 8/30/2008...
9 member(s) found this review helpful.
I listened to this book during the 12 hours it took me to drive from West Virginia to Georgia. I loved every moment of it and would spend more time in my car than necessary just to see what would happen. Many times I had to pull my car over just so I could wipe my tears away, as corny as it sounds. I laughed, I cried (a lot), and I loved it way more than the movie. A great read for anyone. The only book I have read from this author, but I definitely plan on adding some others to my growing to be read list.
Cried! Cried and cried and cried! Great, great book!
S W. (TakingTime) from EAST MOLINE, IL wrote on 6/16/2008...
7 member(s) found this review helpful.
I laughed, I cried, I reminised... this is a book of love, loss and readjustments. There are some unexpected twists and turns...just like real life deals to you. The ending was just right...leads you to the conclusion, but does not carry you thru...You are left to go with your imagination...and that makes it so satisfying.
A book worth the read....
Virginia K. (GinaK) from CANADENSIS, PA wrote on 3/29/2007...
7 member(s) found this review helpful.
Instead of bringing one down, upon the loss of a spouse, this book shows how a young woman can grow, with wit, charm and some sadness to learn to live again. I loved this book and it is a "must read" for getting over losses without being preachy. Wonderful reading.
Kylee P. (Kylee-CT-mom) from MERIDEN, CT wrote on 11/27/2006...
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
Such a memorable book! You think you know the ending part way through, but NO! I love this book and highly recommend it to all Chick Lit fans.
Diana S. (weluvreading) from ANTELOPE, CA wrote on 3/27/2006...
5 member(s) found this review helpful.
Fabulous book. Could not put it down. Read it in one day. You'll laugh and cry and then laugh some more.
Kristine W. (Honey11682) from MANSFIELD, MA wrote on 12/18/2007...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
A really great book about a woman who is dealing with the loss of her husband and how she still has to live each day without him. Very sad in some parts, but just a great book!
Chrissy D. (LILarchitect) from HOLLAND, PA wrote on 8/8/2007...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
Sad and Sweet. Be prepared to laugh and cry as this goes beyond chick lit adding some real life emotions, drama and problems. The best book I've read in a long time, better then all chick lit.
Sandi S. (smicali) from NEW YORK, NY wrote on 8/5/2007...
3 member(s) found this review helpful.
For the most part, this was a highly enjoyable book. I had a few issues with it that would be spoilers so I won't write about them. It does have some hilarious moments and other incredibly touching moments. Altogether this was a very good first book from a very young writer.
Candace G. (Ogre) from CARTERVILLE, IL wrote on 10/7/2008...
2 member(s) found this review helpful.
From Back cover:
Holly and Gerry are the kind of perfectly happy married couple that others envy. Then, at the age of thirty, Gerry is diagnosed with a terrible illness. Months after Gerry's death, Holly receives a package of letters that he's left for her, instructing her to perform a series of unexpected tasks.
With the help of the letters--and her fun, quick-witted girlfriends and a raucously endearing family that smothers, loves, and drives her crazy--Holly bobbles, weaves, and jokes her way toward a new life, even larger than the one that she's been forced to leave behind.
Cecelia Ahern, author of ROSIE DUNNE, is the twenty-three-year-old daughter of Ireland's prime minister. PS, I LOVE YOU, her first novel, was an immediate international bestseller. Foreign rights have been sold to over forty countries and film rights have been bought by Warner Bros.
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Tiffany C. (AuntTiffy) from FIFE, WA wrote on 11/1/2008...
Or maybe the movie was better because i saw it first. The book to be started off better and explained things that went on better but then it just kept going. It was too drawn out, and not as lovable as she is in the movie
I liked her other book - Rosie Dunne - better. This was enjoyable, but it was more obvious after reading both books that this is her first book. Her character development is stronger (I thought) in Rosie Dunne.
Rachel F. (tnrachel) from NASHVILLE, TN wrote on 3/21/2008...
One of the few books that has driven me to tears. I enjoyed it totally, but I heard the movie was not as good. (Are they ever??)
Patty A. from MORGANTOWN, WV wrote on 2/4/2008...
A beautiful story about a women trying to find love again. I cried and laughed along with the character.
Colleen H. (senhi) from NEWARK, IL wrote on 1/19/2008...
Terrific book!! Four or should it be five stars or whatever is the highest is bookdom!
Alicia S. from MCALLEN, TX wrote on 1/1/2008...
This was a truly fantastic book. You felt the depth of her despair and hilarity of the funny moments. Both were present in the book. I "read" this via audio book in my car and had a hard time holding back the tears at the stoplights.
Holly F. (warmfuzzies) from CALEDONIA, MI wrote on 12/5/2007...
This was an endearing story of lost love at a young age. You could feel the heartwrenching emotions but also laugh through the tears at treasured memories. I am not big into vulgar language, etc which this book has some of, but the story line was fabulous.
Courtney R. (rachellefiscus) from HIGH RIDGE, MO wrote on 11/28/2007...
This book is one of the most amazing I have ever read. It really changed the way I appreciate those I love.
Sheila C. from DANVERS, MA wrote on 9/4/2007...
A quick read, enjoyable and fun.
Amanda P. (pricecop) from HAMPTON, VA wrote on 7/18/2007...