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Rachel's Holiday
- Narrated by: Gerri Halligan
- Series: Walsh Family, Book 2
- Length: 16 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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- CharmayneFB
- 14-12-13
Never disappointed by Marian Keyes
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
It has everything. Laughs, tears, surprises, sex, romance, a bit of mystery. It's all there! I love the way that Marian Keyes stories unfold by giving you little snippets of what has happened in the past rather than unveiling it all in one go. everything is given to you at the right part of the current part of the story. That is, the 'back story' affecting the 'current' part of what is happening is explained at that point, so that you are always clear on why something happens as it does. A very clever way of writing that gets you hooked. Another point is that even though I haven't experienced many of the things the characters in the book have (never taken illegal drugs, never been drunk, never travelled, never had one night stands etc), I always feel I can empathise with the character. Marian Keyes always hits the right note.
What other book might you compare Rachel's Holiday to, and why?
In some ways, this book is, of course, similar to The Mystery of Mercy Close where Rachel's sister Helen spends a little time (some years after this book is set) in a psychiatric unit, but in other ways, it is almost like the tale of bereavement in .......... No, I can't say, because it would spoil it if you haven't already read it!
Which character – as performed by Gerri Halligan – was your favourite?
Most probably Rachel as she is the most prominent character, but Helen's comments always make me laugh.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Marian Keyes always writes books that I want to listen to or read in one go. Thankfully they are long enough that it usually takes at least 2 days. As usual, I feel a little bereft when I have finished, but I know I will listen to it again.
Any additional comments?
I have only one more in the collection to listen to. Please, please Marian, write more about the Walsh family! I know there are only so many adventures one family can have, and only so many amazing ideas one author can come up with but pleeeeaaase!
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- MittensAndScarves
- 05-10-15
Hugely addictive and enjoyable
Probably my best audible experience so far.
Will definitely have to listen to more Marian Keyes
Brilliant narrative, full of humour, but sensitively written.
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- Meg
- 01-09-15
I'm crying because its so good!
Maybe its because my family has struggled with substance misuse issues, but this story resonated with me in a big way. it made me laugh and cry and was so raw and honest that some of the times it had me in tears, wanting to hug the family member that had gone through addiction and tell them how proud I was of them for coming out the other side. this should recommended reading for anyone who has in some way had to deal with addiction. Such a wonderful book, and so well narrated.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Leona
- 23-04-10
Rachel's Holiday
Rachel's Holiday is, in my opinion, one of Marian Keyes' best books. I've read on her website that it will soon be adapted for cinema and I can't wait. Her amazing talent allows her to create real and believable characters and I'm sure I'm not the only woman who has read her books and seen part of herself reflected in one of them (I would like to add here that my relationship with narcotics amounts to paracetamol once in a blue moon, I refer to her characters in general) This is another great installment in the Walsh family escapades .Great book and fantastic narrator, if you haven't read/listened to it yet, I recommend you do so.
20 people found this helpful
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- Mrs
- 01-12-13
An inside view on addiction
What did you like most about Rachel's Holiday?
Well formed charactures with very believable lives and ideology . A realistic insure into to the mind of an addict but not losing touch with the real world.
What did you like best about this story?
The passionate way in which the main characture was lucid all the way through the story, both with and without the influence of drugs .
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
The lucid language made me cry with laughter and sorrow on many occasions
7 people found this helpful
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- Anna Fern
- 22-10-19
Truly awful
Not for me!! Boring, tedious and dull. Only lasted 3 hours!! Must be the only listener to admit this!
6 people found this helpful
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- Holly
- 23-01-15
Love!
I loved this audio book, it's by far my favourite one and the first one I had downloaded. I have listened to it several times and it still makes me laugh!
I love Rachel's outlook on everything, even though she is in a tough situation.
The narrator is great too, she is great at differentiating voices and makes it even more enjoyable !
Love!
6 people found this helpful
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- marta
- 23-07-15
Loved it!!!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
It is a great read, very engaging and for those who follow Walsh family yet another good story about Walsh sisters.
What did you like best about this story?
I loved Rachel and her delusions how everything she did was under control. The slow reveal of Rachel true addiction was quite shocking as through her rehab I couldn’t get that she was so much suffering or had any withdraw symptoms. But then again the book offers true and lies, and for most of the time the reader can only relay on what Rachel is saying.
What about Gerri Halligan’s performance did you like?
Love irish accent, very well read book.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Rachel relationship with her mum. I think mummy Walsh should be a little bit more shaken but I guess she is just mummy Walsh and everything is great :)
Any additional comments?
This is definitely book I will read/ listen to again.
5 people found this helpful
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- Mrs. P. J. Mortimer
- 04-12-14
Brings to life the humour and heartbreak
If you could sum up Rachel's Holiday in three words, what would they be?
Funny, Sad, Hopeful
Who was your favorite character and why?
It has to be Rachel. The way the book is written you feel part of her life; her emotions, aches and pains - sadness and joy. You want to shout at her when she gets it so horribly wrong and cheer as she figures it out.
What does Gerri Halligan bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Bought a wonderful three dimension feel to the book. As it is written in the first person it made sense for a single person to narrate it, but really made the characters and especially Rachel that more real and her emotions much more alive.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Both - and rage and huff. A full spectrum was displayed.
Any additional comments?
An oldie but a goodie - I love this book!
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- GILLH
- 10-03-13
Nice to go back to an old favourite
This is one of Marian Keyes earlier stories about the Walsh family, and I'd read it many years ago. The audible version added to rather than detracted from my memory of the original, the narration was excellent
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- Scott Taylor
- 13-07-21
Desperately needs an edit.
Good story, great writer and audio performer, but the amount of trivial social minutia made it hard to continue. The character is hard to like at times and that’s the point, but when you can skip multiple chapters of her preparing to meet the next plot point you have a problem.
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- Lia
- 08-04-22
A truly wonderful, charming and insightful book
It is amazing how Marian Keyes has taken one of the most serious topics, addiction and rehab, and infused it with humor, fun and a huge roster of amazing characters - while at the same time, dealing with this difficult topic with the utmost sensitivity and insight. We went through a similar situation with a very close family member and despite all the counselors, therapists, and others we've seen and all the 'serious' books we read, nothing came anywhere near as close in showing me what the world looks like through an addict's eyes. Nothing came anywhere as close in showing me what 'good' therapy can accomplish. I got the book without knowing its subject - I'd enjoyed another of the Keyes' books and wanted a dose of that gentle humor - and would have enjoyed it tremendously even without my personal experience of the subject. But what a bonus to have learned so much!
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- Aimee
- 13-04-14
Great story
If you could sum up Rachel's Holiday in three words, what would they be?
A Great Listen
Who was your favorite character and why?
I really liked Luke! He was very honest
Which character – as performed by Gerri Halligan – was your favorite?
Rachel
Any additional comments?
I found some parts of the book a bit slow, but overall it was a great book! So well written and narrated! It really let you see inside an addicts mind. I will probably listen to this one again at some point!
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Linda
- 29-05-13
What Delusions We Entertain When In Denial!
What a terrific journey into the mind of an alcoholic. No . . . she isn't an alcoholic? Right? Everyone is overreacting . . . right? The story was both sad and hilarious. Gerri Halligan did a great narration - as usual. I was engaged right from the start and enjoyed every moment of this "holiday" tale.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story3 out of 5 stars
- Nicola Read
- 05-05-14
Not funny
Would you try another book from Marian Keyes and/or Gerri Halligan?
Not another Marian Keyes book, but the reading was excellent.
Would you recommend Rachel's Holiday to your friends? Why or why not?
No, I would not because I found it a weird mix of chick lit humour and a serious look at addiction.
Which character – as performed by Gerri Halligan – was your favorite?
Rachel
Did Rachel's Holiday inspire you to do anything?
It inspired me to stop listening - repeatedly! But I did eventually hear the whole thing.
Any additional comments?
Based on this book (supposedly one of her best) I cannot understand Keyes' popularity.
