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  • By: Marian Keyes
  • Narrated by: Gerri Halligan
  • Length: 17 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (312 ratings)

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The Other Side of the Story

By: Marian Keyes
Narrated by: Gerri Halligan
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Jojo Harvey is a literary agent whose star is on the rise. In love with both her married boss and her burgeoning career, not much distracts her. Until she finds herself representing two women who used to be best friends. Used to be. One of them, Gemma, has suddenly found herself from a broken home at the age of 32. Meanwhile, Lily, the woman Gemma has always blamed for stealing her one chance of happiness, is enjoying the overnight success of her debut novel. Set in the world of publishing, The Other Side of the Story is about love, loyalty, glass ceilings and survival tactics - and what to do when you get your chance for revenge.
©2004 W F Howes Ltd (P)2004 W F Howes Ltd

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Great story

I loved the hard copy version of this book and the reader does a good job of the narration, except the American accent for one of the characters was a bit hard to listen to. Also the production of it could be a bit better - sometimes there was a decent pause between chapters, other times it sounded like it cut over mid sentence.. definitely think this needs to be looked at.

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Not one of the best

Love Marian Keys but this is not one of my favourites . Maybe because of found one, Lily, of the characters soo boring and the narrators accent of Jo Jo so ridiculous
Otherwise enjoyable but not one of my favourites

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Always excellent

Great characters, engaging story beautifully written and read. Heartbreaking and humorous - a Marian Keyes classic. Thank you.

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Entertaining!

I've always loved Marian Keyes for her character & relationship development, her ability to make me laugh out loud, and the way she makes her characters so imperfect and relatable. The narration was great, apart from the bit where the Scottish guys sounded Irish haha. Definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something fun & entertaining but heartfelt.

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Starts slow

Not a bad story, starts a bit slow but picks up and has the predictable happy ending

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great listen

loved all the characters great story line wonderfully narrated by Gerri Halligan enjoy Marian Keyes books

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Delightful

For some reason, I had about three false starts with this book. I'd get a couple of chapters in, and give up. But I'm glad that I tried that one last time instead of hitting the "refund" button.
By far, my favourite character is Gemma. She is hilarious and Gerri Halligan delivers her perfectly. Lily (Gemma's mortal enemy) had a different perspective, interesting and sometimes amusing story however her character was a little flakey and a bit too wishy washy for me to warm to. That said, it was a good extension to, and additional layer to Gemma's story.
Whilst I liked JoJo's strong, kind character, Gerri does not do American accents well, and I eventually realised that this was what was causing me to struggle completing the book.
Once I figured this out, I was able to actively overcome not liking the accent, and enjoy the story.
Gerri Halligan also does a great job of representing male characters as lovable but bumbling "eejits" and Gemma's dad, Owen and Anton all made me laugh out in many parts.
Do yourself a favour and listen to this book.

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Thoroughly enjoyed every minute

Loved this book, about 3 women who become connected to one another, each from different worlds , each paving a new way in the world.

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Fantastic read

I laughed through this book especially the character of Jemma. Couldn't wait to get back in the car to read it. thoroughly recommend it

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Fun and heartwarming

I really enjoyed this book. It was funny and relatable in true Marian Keyes style. Loved it!

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