"A beautifully unique must-read sequel to the hugely wonderful P.S. I Love You."
Huge, in fact, huger than huge klaxon alert as Cecelia Ahern has written a sequel to her truly wonderful debut, P.S. I Love You. It’s been seven years since Gerry died, and after Holly talks about his letters in a podcast, a group approaches her asking for help. I adore Cecelia Ahern’s writing, it just speaks to, and connects with my entire being. Confession time, I didn’t write any notes as I read, I just read for the pure pleasure of it. Which in itself, really makes a statement doesn’t it? Holly is honest, and entirely human as she initially tries to distance herself from the group. This is an older Holly, an altered Holly, she has moved on while Gerry and the letters have remained anchored in time. The other characters are absolutely fascinating, I grew to care about the group members and fell completely in love with Ginika. After reaching the end I found myself reflecting, the writing not only entered my heart, it also still sits in my thoughts. Postscript is just as brilliant, just as emotional, just as gorgeous, as P.S., and while linking so effectively to the past, grows into a truly beautiful novel in its own unique right.
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Such a beautiful and inspiring story, one that will stay with me forever.
I remember reading PS, I Love You a while back and finding it a heartbreaking read, this one is an emotional story too but one with an uplifting background. I think people will be able to relate to Holly and her friends' stories. I found Holly to be very inspiring and I really liked what she did for not just the club but for the people that became her friends and their families.... Read Full Review
A beautifully written journey of poignancy and hope.
Having read PS. I Love You some seven years ago, I was initially a little puzzled about the concept of a sequel. However, as soon as I began Postscript I was immersed in Holly's new journey without Gerry and her reluctance to get involved with the PS. I Love You club for fear of the damage and hurt it could cause all over again. Though she had such mixed feelings, she slowly found herself being drawn in and connecting with the terminally ill people in the group, wanting to help them. It was impossible not to cry at some of the events but although death is in itself a heartbreaking subject, the story also had lighter moments with lovely touches of humour. Ultimately, it was a tale of hope and of moving forward after a bereavement and finding a new 'normal'.... Read Full Review
This life affirming story is heartwarming, joyful and emotional. A great follow to a story so many of us fell in love with all those years ago.
P.S. I Love You is an amazing book and I was looking forward to revisiting the characters. It was great to see how Holly had developed since we first met her. I liked how she had moved on with her life as best as she could. It was realistic that Holly’s character would have changed over the years as she grew to cope with the loss of her husband. The premise of the book starts with Holly doing a podcast about coping with death. Once her story was shared, a group of people inspired by the story decides to start a P.S. I love you club. This forces Holly to revisit the feelings she has spent the last 7 years trying to keep under control. However, she ultimately needs to make a decision.... Read Full Review
