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I Couldn't Love You More
I Couldn't Love You More | Esther Freud
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Eva_B
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I really liked this one.. Three generations of women starting in World War 2 and ending in the nineties in England and Ireland. Well written story that is at times heartbreaking.

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JillR
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Through 1939, 1960 and 1991 we follow Aoife, Rosaleen and Kate from Ireland to London and back again. This is all of their stories but predominantly is the sad but moving story of Rosaleen‘s pregnancy at nineteen, and the Convent which was her only way out yet the source of so much pain. The writing was initially a little confusing due to shifting timelines, but overall this is a beautiful story of mothers, daughters and secrets.

Cathythoughts Sounds sad and lovely ❤️ 2y
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merelybookish
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Goodness, this book is making me anxious. Normally I would flip to the back and read the last few pages (just to see that Roseleen is okay!) But I can't do that with an audiobook, so I'm suffering through.

robinb I enjoyed this one for its strong women, but it‘s not a light-hearted read. (edited) 3y
merelybookish @robinb I ended up enjoying it too, but those scenes in the connvent were so upsetting. 3y
robinb @merelybookish Yes, I had my tissues nearby for this one. 😔 3y
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Becker
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A slow and gentle story but I loved the writing which was soothing and relaxing to read. It was a touching and reflective read. I would highly recommend it if you enjoy books like this.❤️

Cathythoughts Sounds good ! Stacking 👍🏻❤️ 3y
robinb I enjoyed this as well. :) 3y
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robinb
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This is not a lighthearted read, but it‘s wonderful. Started a bit slow for me, and I had to adjust to the author‘s style, but it was worth it. Told in alternating chapters featuring 3 interrelated women: Aiofe (WW2 London); Rosaleen (1960s Ireland); Kate (1990s Ireland). So many themes here: being bound by society‘s/church‘s standards; love, but at what price; and the strength and resilience of WOMEN in desperate/despairing circumstances. 🔻

robinb Both profound and poignant, as well as heart rendering sad and insightful, it also touches on the randomness of meetings in this life and sometimes missed opportunities. Recommended (with tissues). 4.5/5⭐️ 3y
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VanessaCW
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This is a beautifully written and moving tale. A little confusing at first as there are several different characters and the timeline skips about without warning, but once I got used to the writing style, I found myself immersed in the lives of the three main characters. Some of the story is quite harrowing. The treatment of unmarried mothers in the care of nuns within the Catholic church is horrifying. An enjoyable and thought provoking read.

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