“感人至深……書中的人物和描述都充滿溫情,家庭和寬容這個主題也激勵著人們,給人希望。”——澳大利亞書商和出版人
“這是本罕見的好書,能推薦給周圍的每個人,他們一定會喜歡它的!”
——《澳大利亞婦女週刊》
“McInerney迷人的跨區域傳奇,內容豐富,充滿溫情地搜尋著家庭紐帶的脆弱和反作用。”——美國《書單》
“觀察細膩,文字溫柔……看書時,你要準備好手帕。”
——《愛爾蘭獨立報》
“McInerney帶著幽默的眼光看待同胞相爭,家庭秘密和愛情背叛。”——《波士頓環球報》
‘Very moving … There is an endearing warmth to the narrative and characters, and the underlining themes of family and forgiveness are uplifting and hopeful.’Australian Bookseller & Publisher
‘One of those rare books you could recommend to anyone and know that they’ll love it.’ Australian Women’s Weekly
‘A modern masterpiece . . . a wonderful, bittersweet tale that will capture your heart and imagination.’ Ulster Tatler, Ireland
‘McInerney’s bewitching multigenerational saga lavishly and lovingly explores the resiliency and fragility of family bonds.’ Booklist, USA
‘Tender and well-observed . . . have the hankies ready for this.’ Irish Independent
‘A big book about a big-hearted family . . . an affectionate, funny, teary book about grief, love, lies and revelations.’ Sunday Age
‘If you need more proof what a superior storyteller this South Australian-raised author is, here it is.’ West Australian
‘McInerney brings humor and insight to issues of sibling rivalry, family secrecy and romantic betrayal.’ Boston Globe
‘A heartwarming, romantic and funny story about love, family and relationships.’ Irish Independent
‘McInerney brings Maeve Binchy readily to mind.’ Sydney Morning Herald
‘This is comfort reading – warm buttered toast with Irish honey spread right to the crusts.’ The Advertiser
‘An exquisite novel, which combines well-crafted characters with a captivating story . . . McInerney’s latest offering is guaranteed to enthral her legions of adoring fans.’ Ulster Tatler, Ireland
‘A lovely, warm-hearted story with likeable, human characters and a wonderful, wonderful ending.’ Newcastle Herald
‘You’ll be laughing out loud one minute and crying the next.’ Cosmopolitan ‘A charming and exciting family drama, full of surprises.’ Evening Herald, Ireland