Dear Cecelia,
I finished your book and I really enjoyed it! It's so weird because I just watched the movie that is based on this book and it's so different. I can't decide which one I liked better because the differences are so big. The letters are pretty much the same and most of the people but the rest of the stories are not similar at all. I really liked how Holly did decide to go to the ball. Even though it was really difficult for her to face all those people, she fought through it. It really bothered me though how annoying some people were about what happened to Gerry, if they even knew what happened. The worst was Helen, her neighbor, who hadn't even come over to say she was sorry to Holly when it all happened and then she acted like she had been helping Holly all along. But, good for Holly for telling Helen off like she did it made me very happy. Also, the whole Daniel thing, what a mess! It's good Holly was able to tell him she wasn't ready and he really loved Laura still. Especially after the last letter Gerry gave her that said she can fall in love again. That would be a very difficult thing to read for the last letter ever written. She wasn't very pleased with Gerry, but he is such a good guy for letting her know how he feels about it. Denise's wedding seemed very fun and Holly made a perfect speech, even though it wasn't exactly "perfect". I wish there were more flashbacks throughout the story like there were in the movie so I could imagine the past Holly and Gerry had together. Otherwise, I really enjoyed this book and am very excited that this is my last outside reading blog post!
ellie
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Post 6
Dear Cecelia,
Oh boy, every time I think Holly is getting happier because she is getting letters from Gerry that are helping her live without him, I find out she is even more sad. But, she has great friends to help pick her up along the way. I love that Denise is having her be the maid of honor at her wedding and that Sharon is OK with it because it's always an honor to do that. And Sharon, not jealous at all of the fact that she isn't going to be Denise's made of honor, decides to have Holly be the godmother of her child. And, the best thing is that Sharon is naming her child Gerry. That sure did bring some tears to my eyes. I felt bad when Holly got all sad at Denise's hen weekend because Denise knew she was not having a good time and called her out on it and it made Holly feel even worse about herself. I haven't gotten there, but I hope Denise and Holly will make-up, they are at a point in their lives where they both really need each other around. Also, I'm so glad that the Blue Rock party was a good one. And, even though Holly didn't write the paper, I am very happy that she was able to confront to her boss that it was really Alice who did it and now Alice is going to write more often! It's so weird to read this after seeing the movie, it's just a completely different story. I'm not sure which one I like better because I haven't finished the book yet. And, so far the movie is ahead in the game. But, a suprise ending could do it for me.
Ellie
Oh boy, every time I think Holly is getting happier because she is getting letters from Gerry that are helping her live without him, I find out she is even more sad. But, she has great friends to help pick her up along the way. I love that Denise is having her be the maid of honor at her wedding and that Sharon is OK with it because it's always an honor to do that. And Sharon, not jealous at all of the fact that she isn't going to be Denise's made of honor, decides to have Holly be the godmother of her child. And, the best thing is that Sharon is naming her child Gerry. That sure did bring some tears to my eyes. I felt bad when Holly got all sad at Denise's hen weekend because Denise knew she was not having a good time and called her out on it and it made Holly feel even worse about herself. I haven't gotten there, but I hope Denise and Holly will make-up, they are at a point in their lives where they both really need each other around. Also, I'm so glad that the Blue Rock party was a good one. And, even though Holly didn't write the paper, I am very happy that she was able to confront to her boss that it was really Alice who did it and now Alice is going to write more often! It's so weird to read this after seeing the movie, it's just a completely different story. I'm not sure which one I like better because I haven't finished the book yet. And, so far the movie is ahead in the game. But, a suprise ending could do it for me.
Ellie
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Post 5
Dear Cecelia,
Even though Holly seems to be getting happier, I can't decide if I'm getting happier or more sad. Oh, Gerry makes my stomach drop he is so cute. Holly loves her job and it's so good she can take her mind off Gerry for a little bit and do something she loves. The people who work with her seem really fun, outgoing, and easy to work with. Which can be very difficult to find these days because people are so concerned about themselves. But, I love that they have astrology meetings for entertainment, I think every work place should have something like that to take the load off people's shoulders for a little while. And, I'm so glad that her and Richard are getting along and that she can see now how difficult she was to him when she was younger. He still is kind of boring, but I am even beginning to appreciate his dry sense of humor because Holly is able to connect with him more. I'm so glad Holly got him a job to garden for $5,000, that's so much money! And, I really don't like Jack because he made fun of Richard not having a place to live, it was so unnecessary. To bad Ciara left with Mathew for Australia she is such a fun and crazy girl and really helped Holly through her hard times. But, the only thing that I'm not sure about (which Holly isn't sure about either) is Daniel. I understand how Holly doesn't want to go on a date with him it just would be weird. I can't believe that she ran into Gerry's parents though when she was with him, ugh it made me so sad. They couldn't believe her that she would do that and Holly just went mad. I hope Holly doesn't get too stressed and can figure everything out soon.
Ellie
Even though Holly seems to be getting happier, I can't decide if I'm getting happier or more sad. Oh, Gerry makes my stomach drop he is so cute. Holly loves her job and it's so good she can take her mind off Gerry for a little bit and do something she loves. The people who work with her seem really fun, outgoing, and easy to work with. Which can be very difficult to find these days because people are so concerned about themselves. But, I love that they have astrology meetings for entertainment, I think every work place should have something like that to take the load off people's shoulders for a little while. And, I'm so glad that her and Richard are getting along and that she can see now how difficult she was to him when she was younger. He still is kind of boring, but I am even beginning to appreciate his dry sense of humor because Holly is able to connect with him more. I'm so glad Holly got him a job to garden for $5,000, that's so much money! And, I really don't like Jack because he made fun of Richard not having a place to live, it was so unnecessary. To bad Ciara left with Mathew for Australia she is such a fun and crazy girl and really helped Holly through her hard times. But, the only thing that I'm not sure about (which Holly isn't sure about either) is Daniel. I understand how Holly doesn't want to go on a date with him it just would be weird. I can't believe that she ran into Gerry's parents though when she was with him, ugh it made me so sad. They couldn't believe her that she would do that and Holly just went mad. I hope Holly doesn't get too stressed and can figure everything out soon.
Ellie
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Post 4
Dear Cecelia,
Boy oh boy, the chapters I just read in the book were so sad. I thought Holly had let off a lot of steam on her vacation, but I guess I was wrong. I didn't like that her, Sharon, and Denise decided to take breaks from each other, they were together for a week, big deal. And, they are best friends it's not like there is a rule against them talking to each other. I think the fact that Holly wasn't with them as much put her in kind of a bad mood. But, she did find out who her secret gardener was, and it's Richard! I can't believe it is Richard, that was so unexpected, but I'm glad it was him because it shows a good side to him that is hard to see. It's so sad though because Richard lost his job and his wife left him with the kids so he also lost his house. I'm glad that Holly was able to talk to him and comfort him because he needed some help. Ah! I loved Gerry's note, Holly really needs to get a job because she needs to get out more. It was so depressing when she went to the library to find a job on the computer but didn't have enough money and called Gerry for help. I almost cried at that part. When she finally went to get an interview the employer had gone through similar problems. His wife died from breast cancer and is in the same spot as Holly, not sure whether it's OK to keep living on or not. Gosh, this was such a sad part in the book, all this stuff kept happening. Oh, and Denis is getting married and Sharon is having a kid. This is just a crazy time for Holly and I understand how she can feel selfish about it. I hope the book gets happier because I can't handle this anymore.
Ellie
Boy oh boy, the chapters I just read in the book were so sad. I thought Holly had let off a lot of steam on her vacation, but I guess I was wrong. I didn't like that her, Sharon, and Denise decided to take breaks from each other, they were together for a week, big deal. And, they are best friends it's not like there is a rule against them talking to each other. I think the fact that Holly wasn't with them as much put her in kind of a bad mood. But, she did find out who her secret gardener was, and it's Richard! I can't believe it is Richard, that was so unexpected, but I'm glad it was him because it shows a good side to him that is hard to see. It's so sad though because Richard lost his job and his wife left him with the kids so he also lost his house. I'm glad that Holly was able to talk to him and comfort him because he needed some help. Ah! I loved Gerry's note, Holly really needs to get a job because she needs to get out more. It was so depressing when she went to the library to find a job on the computer but didn't have enough money and called Gerry for help. I almost cried at that part. When she finally went to get an interview the employer had gone through similar problems. His wife died from breast cancer and is in the same spot as Holly, not sure whether it's OK to keep living on or not. Gosh, this was such a sad part in the book, all this stuff kept happening. Oh, and Denis is getting married and Sharon is having a kid. This is just a crazy time for Holly and I understand how she can feel selfish about it. I hope the book gets happier because I can't handle this anymore.
Ellie
Monday, April 28, 2008
Post 3
Dear Cecelia,
OK, I am sure that these are getting a little bit annoying because I bet I'm saying some of the same things each time. For example, I know that each time I write I say how much I love this book. I just cannot help it I am sorry, it's just that Gerry is so damn cute. Seriously, every letter he sends is just adorable. And, I predict that he has something to do with Holly's garden being fixed up. I think it's her mom because in the movie they had her mom deliver the notes without her knowing. In the chapters I just read Holly had a barbecue birthday get together for her sister Ciara. And, she got Ciara a job at a bar. And, Ciara's boyfriend came back from Australia that she was really missing because he kind of ignored her. But now they are happily together! Holly, Sharon, and Denise went to Spain! Ah! It seems like they had an excellent time. Being stuck out in the ocean in rafts didn't seem half bad. In the movie they were only stuck in a lake because they went to Ireland (from America) instead of to Spain, so that wasn't as scary I don't think. It was funny though because Denise only had a thong bikini on and got really sun burnt and could barely move. The best part about these chapters was Holly's August letter because it told her (when she was on vacation) to go to the lighthouse and see the dolphins. Oh, it was just so cute I could hardly bare. I can't wait to see Holly open more letters and to see who is doing her garden!
Ellie
OK, I am sure that these are getting a little bit annoying because I bet I'm saying some of the same things each time. For example, I know that each time I write I say how much I love this book. I just cannot help it I am sorry, it's just that Gerry is so damn cute. Seriously, every letter he sends is just adorable. And, I predict that he has something to do with Holly's garden being fixed up. I think it's her mom because in the movie they had her mom deliver the notes without her knowing. In the chapters I just read Holly had a barbecue birthday get together for her sister Ciara. And, she got Ciara a job at a bar. And, Ciara's boyfriend came back from Australia that she was really missing because he kind of ignored her. But now they are happily together! Holly, Sharon, and Denise went to Spain! Ah! It seems like they had an excellent time. Being stuck out in the ocean in rafts didn't seem half bad. In the movie they were only stuck in a lake because they went to Ireland (from America) instead of to Spain, so that wasn't as scary I don't think. It was funny though because Denise only had a thong bikini on and got really sun burnt and could barely move. The best part about these chapters was Holly's August letter because it told her (when she was on vacation) to go to the lighthouse and see the dolphins. Oh, it was just so cute I could hardly bare. I can't wait to see Holly open more letters and to see who is doing her garden!
Ellie
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Post 2
Dear Cecelia,
First I would like to continue to say how much I love this book. I seriously like it, it's so cute (and I am not a big fan of "cute"). I read a lot and, there have not been a lot of notes from Gerry. But, the one that is my favorite so far out of all of them is when he got Holly and her friends a surprise trip to Spain. I mean come on, how cute is that? He went through so much trouble for her and even the workers at the travel agency know it! I would do anything to marry a man as carrying and thoughtful as Gerry. He knows exactly what to give Holly and when to give it to her, he is just incredible. Now besides from Gerry and his part in Holly's life, Holly has some other very important family members and friends that are trying to help her get through this tough time. Her mother is very carrying and really wants the best for Holly and so do her friends. Now, on Holly's birthday she had a very adventurous night that seemed extremely fun! But, I think I would agree with Holly and not being a big fan of showing the entire world what she was like when she was drunk out of her mind. Yes, it is very entertaining, but not when it is actually how someone is. And, it made me sad that Declan didn't cut out the part where she was crying in it. Where is his respect? I mean he had the right intension of making a good film, but he never really told Holly about it. I can't wait to keep going in this book!
Ellie
First I would like to continue to say how much I love this book. I seriously like it, it's so cute (and I am not a big fan of "cute"). I read a lot and, there have not been a lot of notes from Gerry. But, the one that is my favorite so far out of all of them is when he got Holly and her friends a surprise trip to Spain. I mean come on, how cute is that? He went through so much trouble for her and even the workers at the travel agency know it! I would do anything to marry a man as carrying and thoughtful as Gerry. He knows exactly what to give Holly and when to give it to her, he is just incredible. Now besides from Gerry and his part in Holly's life, Holly has some other very important family members and friends that are trying to help her get through this tough time. Her mother is very carrying and really wants the best for Holly and so do her friends. Now, on Holly's birthday she had a very adventurous night that seemed extremely fun! But, I think I would agree with Holly and not being a big fan of showing the entire world what she was like when she was drunk out of her mind. Yes, it is very entertaining, but not when it is actually how someone is. And, it made me sad that Declan didn't cut out the part where she was crying in it. Where is his respect? I mean he had the right intension of making a good film, but he never really told Holly about it. I can't wait to keep going in this book!
Ellie
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Post 1
Dear Cecelia,
OK, I am completely in love with this book. I loved the movie and the book is just as good. I love how I can follow everything too. Because sometimes in books that go back and forth in time can get confusing, but yours is so easy to understand! But, I love Gerry. He is an amazing guy to come up with the plan to write letters to Holly to let her know he is still there, but she must keep living her life with out him actually being there. He is so sweet and he knows exactly what to say to her without telling her his plan. (Plus in the movie Gerard Butler is a total babe so I can imagine him as Gerry in the book also). And for Holly, I think she can be sad all she wants. I don't like it when people say get over it to you when something so dramatic happens all you can do is cry. She should take all the time she needs to be alone and do what she wants because she lost the love of her life and it's hard to live life without the love. But, the cutest letter he sent her was the one where he told her to get a new lamp for the bedroom because they used to fight about who had to get up and turn it off. Then she remembers times when they fought about it and there are always the cutest stories I love it. I don't think Holly should regret the time she thinks she missed or argued with Gerry because then all of the amazing things that happened to them could not have happened. As long as she remembers him and knows he's still there she will be alright. I can't wait to keep reading! Oh, I also love love love how it is in Ireland.
Ellie
OK, I am completely in love with this book. I loved the movie and the book is just as good. I love how I can follow everything too. Because sometimes in books that go back and forth in time can get confusing, but yours is so easy to understand! But, I love Gerry. He is an amazing guy to come up with the plan to write letters to Holly to let her know he is still there, but she must keep living her life with out him actually being there. He is so sweet and he knows exactly what to say to her without telling her his plan. (Plus in the movie Gerard Butler is a total babe so I can imagine him as Gerry in the book also). And for Holly, I think she can be sad all she wants. I don't like it when people say get over it to you when something so dramatic happens all you can do is cry. She should take all the time she needs to be alone and do what she wants because she lost the love of her life and it's hard to live life without the love. But, the cutest letter he sent her was the one where he told her to get a new lamp for the bedroom because they used to fight about who had to get up and turn it off. Then she remembers times when they fought about it and there are always the cutest stories I love it. I don't think Holly should regret the time she thinks she missed or argued with Gerry because then all of the amazing things that happened to them could not have happened. As long as she remembers him and knows he's still there she will be alright. I can't wait to keep reading! Oh, I also love love love how it is in Ireland.
Ellie
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