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If You Could See Me Now by Cecelia Ahern

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cindyv2009's review against another edition

2.0

This was a good book, but the "imaginary friend" thing was a bit difficult to get into sometimes. Also, the main character wasn't my favorite person...she got on my nerves most of the time!

lise_wejlby's review against another edition

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1.0

Pivringe. Største fejl var at jeg læste den færdig

darwin_girl59's review against another edition

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5.0

I read this book every few years and I find something new every time I do. And I cry every time as well.

Now I'm a very pragmatic, practical reader but I love fantasy. But when I read contemporary, modern, everyday fiction, I don't like it to leave those lines.

This however is my one exception.

Elizabeth, the MC, is a woman with a painful history and a type A personality in a small Irish town. She had a 6 year old nephew, Luke, who she can't really connect with.

And then Ivan comes along - AN IMAGINERY FRIEND. Grown up but invisible, similar to the guardian angel character type.

At first, only Luke can see can see Ivan which pisses off practical Elizabeth no end. But in a moment of feeling truly alone and desperately wanting a friend, Elizabeth can then see Ivan for herself. But doesn't know that he's an imaginary friend and creates all.of these excuses in her mind to

A beautiful and genuine love story blossoms between them - full of emotion and character development on both sides.

This isn't just romance story that requires you to suspend belief momentarily. It's about the pain of feeling lonely, despite being surrounded by people, the pain of losing people you love but finding new dreams in the light of that pain.

My only criticism of this both is the weird Americanisms, from local characters - 'Mom' is such a pet hate for me.

ritaslilnook's review against another edition

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4.0

I am in tears. The way Ahern put this story together is brilliant. From all the tiny little details to the message she tried to pass through, she got me loving this book. I believe.

lisainbookland's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I quite enjoyed the unusual set-up of this book, which features a lady who has adopted her nephew who has an invisible friend — that they both end up being able to see. A nice light read; not a straight romance.