The book is put together in a series of short chapters making it ideal to flick though and dip in and out of. So much of what she says rings true in particular 'A Quiet Millennium Night In' and how irritating News Years Eve can be.

I was surprised to find this book to contain quite a serious and thought provoking chapter about Keyes and her spiral into alcoholism. I didn't expect that in a book that is so obviously meant to be lighthearted, but it is an inspiring chapter and interesting to read how she overcome her problems.

If you have read books by Marian Keyes before or even if you haven't, I think most people would enjoy this book and find at least one chapter they can relate too.


wonderful Irish story telling   March 14, 2003
 3 out of 5 found this review helpful

Authors are human - it's official. This lighthearted and wonderfully personal book demystifies the life of a writer. The collection of short stories on subjects as diverse as fashion and home buying will appeal not only to Marian Keyes fans, but also to budding writers everywhere.
Irish story telling at its best.