Sad, hopeful and inspiring; 30 yo widow Holly is mourning her husband Gerry's death from brain cancer. Several months out from his death, her mother hands her a packet of letters from Gerry. Gerry always said he'd make her a list - and he did with a letter/month that she was to open on the 1st of each month - and follow what he told her to do. ( )

(heard most of it, but my audio book became a little skipp-happy so I only got most of the story)

very cute and a good reminder to love and cherish the one you love. Oh, and to make a List too! ( )

absolutely loved this book! I have learned, over the years, to read a book and then watch the movie if there is one. I can wholeheartedly say that the book completely outweighs the movie. I couldn't even finish the movie, as it seemed to have almost nothing in common with the book. Anyway, the book follows a woman who looses her husband to a brain tumor. Even though he is no longer with her in life, notes that he left behind help her to get through that first year without him and learn to live again. This book is written beautifully, it will make you laugh and cry. ( )

I like Cecelia Ahern's writing. Her style is casual and fun - you laugh and cry. I found the story to be too sad for me to really enjoy. ( )

I am not a fan of chick-lit but as this is a favourite of a friend I thought I’d give it ago. Hmm.. there were things about the main character that really annoyed me. Her whole life revolved around a man. She had no investment in a career, had no hobbies and all her friends were those shared with her husband. The book was also incredibly dated - characters go to the library for internet access, smoking and excessive drinking are the norm and the females all tan on their holidays. There wasn’t much I liked about this book so I’m glad I only paid $1 for it at an op shop. Feel sure my next read will be better. ( )

This was Cecelia Aherns's first book and for me it remains to date her best book. ( )

I didn't like this book at all. This is the only book that comes to mind where I enjoyed the movie more than the book. ( )

Livro superestimado. Apesar de não ter um super conteúdo, consegue prender o leitor. Final muito fraco. ( )

I remember reading P.S., I Love You on the train home from a conference and having to put the book down otherwise I would have ended up sobbing in public. What a great, yes sad, but great book. Highlighting that love doesn't end after death, but neither does life.

Note: Read dates are an estimate. ( )

Though this one is my least favorite in the series, it's still a solid contemporary that I flew through. It's not as lighthearted or optimistic as the first installment, but it focuses on heartbreak and incompatible relationships. It shows the aftermath of a whirlwind romance - the "happily ever after" - which many contemporaries don't.

Коли я почала читати книгу і дізналася, що в головної героїні помер чоловік, то очікувала, що ця історія буде досить важкою емоційно, сумною, може, навіть депресивною. Але сталось не так. Шлях, який я пройшла разом з Холлі, - а саме так звати головну героїню - хоча і був моментами меланхолійний, та загалом відзначився оптимізмом та бажанням жити далі.
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Письменниця дуже реалістично змальовує героїв, здається, ніби знаєш їх особисто. Цікаво було спостерігати за рідними Холлі. Вони всі такі різні, іноді їм важко ладнати один з одним, але все ж вони готові підтримати рідних у будь-якій ситуації. Важко було читати про те, як Холлі згадує про свого чоловіка, Джеррі. Такі моменти розчулювали мене до глибини душі. Читаючи про їхні сварки через дрібниці (як наприклад, кому виключати світло в кімнаті), хочеться робити все залежне від себе, аби не марнувати часу з рідними на такі дурниці. ( )

Sweet ( )

Love this book, can read it countless times and still shed a tear. Possibly my fave Cecelia book. ( )

Review from 2012

Made me laugh, cry and squeal. Didn't want it to end. Loved the characters. Found the story surprisingly engaging despite it not being my 'type' of book. ( )

Love this book, can read it countless times and still shed a tear. Possibly my fave Cecelia book. ( )

thought it would be very similar to the movie but it was not and I enjoyed it a lot. simple and well told. ( )

Cecilia Ahern makes a splash with "PS, I Love You," a surprisingly charming debut about grief, love, family, and struggling to move on with life. "PS I Love You" is not your typical chick-lit. Sure, it has most of the usual trappings -- a young woman out in the world, the loud 'n 'lovable gay confidante, the outspoken best friend, the eccentric family complete with pink-haired baby sister. But there's no gooey love story with some new Hot Guy Du Jour, nor does it avoid the darker, more depressing experiences. Her characters are very in-depth and dimensional and show various sides of their personalities throughout the novel. This story will make you laugh and cry along with the characters and hope for the best outcome possible for them. Like reading about your best friend, P.S. I LOVE YOU features sub-stories that will appeal to both sexes, both young and old. ( )

After a long time read such a sweet and romantic Love story. This story is about Holly Kennedy who is married to Gerry her childhood friend and who dies early in their marriage due to brain tumor. Gerry writes 10 letters to Holly which she reads after he is dead. And these ten letters gives her some reason to live and a reason to move on and love life. This book is for all those who have lost their loved ones, telling them that even after they go you have a life and always live life like a king size. All the things in this book is just perfect making you happy when holly laughs making you as when she is sad this is how he character is in this book. Loved the book and I would say to all readers at least read once. Overall I would say perfectly romantic Goodread... 😊 ( )

Meh. I love the movie so I figured I would like the book. The premise is obviously the same but they changed much of the book for the movie and I think those changes were definitely for the better. This book rambles and reverses and contradicts so much, I felt like I was rereading chapters sometimes. The author feels the need to explain all of her metaphors and the conversations were very unrealistic. Glad it's over. ( )

I really did enjoy this book, although I found the lead character, Holly, to be pretty half-baked as a person for the first half. I'm not even talking about the grief in her character -- that was to be expected. My primary issue was the whole "living for her husband" aspect, which is a lifestyle decision I cannot relate to. I loved the humour and emotion in the book, though, and I really enjoyed watching how Holly grew as her own person. Overall, excellent read. ( )

Where do I start? This book made me fall in love with reading. Ceclia Ahern is one of my favorite authors and has made this one of my all time number one book.

She portrays the main characters as the perfect couple yet they have their flaws, but doesn't everyone. Then something drastic happens to her husband and the author paints it so beautifully as the letters keep coming.

I won't ruin the plot but would highly recommend. You'll never want to put it down, it will make you laugh, cry and wish for everything to be perfect. ( )

I love this book. I think it is wonderfully written. I love the characters. There was so many emotions I felt while reading this book. ( )

Cecelia Ahern →

EXCELLENT book - Which was so good a movie was done just for said book - High five Cecelia *YOU ARE MY HERO* without you said movie will not have been created my all time favorite love story *kiss-kiss*!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF6e1Xd4zNs
P.S. I Love you - Hope Fortress
AND I did read the book - sorry I should have added in the review but was so excited about the movie that I forgot to add that in my review - sorry babes!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0V5Jz1vmr2Y
The Pogues - I Love You Till The End

“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways!”

I love how you encounter Gerry and Holly, are a married couple who live in Dublin

I laugh every time, I cry every time, I sit in awe every time, and enjoy each and every minute of this
lovely film, which I have since purchased this DVD.
PS I Love You ~ Everytime We Touch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AecI4XXST7g

Gerard Butler ‘’Gerry” Oh man I love this man’s smile! Me likes his Irish accent – to die for!


Holly Kennedy - Hillary Swank's excellent acting!
Charlie - Jeffrey Dean Morgan – what can I say about him – well you go Holly, so glad he helped you finding yourself again. Me likes his Irish as well – to die for!

Harry Connick Jr., who nails the part of the goofy, socially-challenged bartender


You don't have to be a "chick" or a sentimental sap to enjoy this movie. What you do need
is a heart. This film will surely touch it in all the right places. Five Stars!
P!nk - Just Give Me A Reason ft. Nate Ruess
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpQFFLBMEPI

This movie also has a measure of unexpected conclusions! “PS I Love You” is a bittersweet love story.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUcT__6WlIU&NR=1
PS I Love You - Galway Girl Scene
From these letters, she starts to break out of her shell of widowhood.
I must say those letters made the movie

James Bay - Scars
https://www.google.co.za/?ion=1&espv=2#q=James Bay - Scars

I have a examples / quotes / pics I need to share: I saw this movie about 10 times – some of the best material that exact year: Holly Kennedy (Hilary Swank) has lost her husband (Gerald Butler). As she is in mourning over his loss, she receives letters from her dead husband.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T13ZpTP0E5g
P.S. I Love You - James Blunt "Same Mistake"


Be forewarned, `P.S. I Love You' will most likely make you cry; or at least come very close.

Kenny Loggins - Meet Me Half Way
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pYNd0MSVXs



Wiz Khalifa - See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgKAFK5djSk

Cecelia Ahern is another Irish author – Well all I can say is excellent job!

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I read this book after watching the movie. I loved the movie, I also loved the book. However, be prepared as there are many differences between the book and the movie. Still an incredible story of helping a loved one get over the loss of another. So romantic, heartbreaking, and beautiful. ( )

DNFed at 3%.

My eyes are still watering, and it's not from sadness. The prose killed me. I just couldn't do it to myself.