That Was Then - Softcover

Harrison, Sarah.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0340707313 ISBN 13: 9780340707319

Publisher: P/B, 1999

Synopsis

Eve's daughter Mel is a high-flier, and her son Ben, the apple of her eye, is the local charmer. But passion is no respector of plans, and Eve's tranquillity is about to go out of the window with a vengeance. Because when sons grow up, mothers must too.

About this title

About the Author

The original 'scribbling child', Sarah Harrison has written ten novels, including international bestsellers Flowers of the Field and A Flower that's Free, several children's books, short stories, articles and scripts. She is also a regular broadcaster on Radio 4.

Review

'Harrison does not disappoint. [...] Harrison's integrity as a writer translates into a funny and touching account of self-discovery.' Night & Day (Nov '98) 'this author's light touch and witty, thoroughly modern approach make for a very enjoyable read and a worthy successor to her last novel, Flowers won't Fax.' Beverly Davies, The Lady (March '99) 'An entertaining, easy read with likeable characters from an author who has a winning cosy-yet-cool formula.' Bookshelf (Feb '99) 'Written for today's woman [...] in a very modern context, the book explores a woman's deepest feelings for herself and her nearest and dearest, worthy of this particular wirter. Both sad and funny, but the ending leaves a refreshing taste in your mouth.' Reader Jury in Telegraph and Argus, Bradford (Feb 99) 'A story of everyday folk, living ordinary lives, which has an extraordinary grip on the reader's attention. [...] A love story with the 'Ah' factor. Most enjoyable.' The Good Book Guide (Feb 1999) 'An entertaining, easy read with likeable characters from an author who has a winning cosy-yet-cool formula.' Lesley Williams, South Wales Argus (Feb '99) 'That was Then is written with Sarah Harrison's usual perception and telling eye for detail. A warm, moving and believable read.' Home & Life (Feb '99) 'a good bedtime treat' Epping Star 'Harrison does not disappoint. [...] Harrison's integrity as a writer translates into a funny and touching account of self-discovery.' June Knox-Mawer, Night & Day, Mail on Sunday (Nov '98) 'Sarah Harrison shows herself to be more than equal to the complexities of her plot, handling its developments with impeccable timing.' Christina Koning, The Times That was Then is written with Sarah Harrison's usual perception and telling eye for detail. A warm, moving and believable read. * Home & Life * 'Written with Sarah Harrison's usual verve, this story offers new insights into the dangers of a mother's overdependence and the absolute necessity of letting go.' Sally Feldman, Good Housekeeping Harrison's integrity as a writer translates into a funny and touching account of self-discovery. * Mail on Sunday * 'A work of extraordinary fictional daring ... assured ... always convinces' Weekend Telegraph Sarah Harrison shows herself to be more than equal to the complexities of her plot, handling its developments with impeccable timing. * Christina Koning, The Times * 'moving and funny' You Magazine Written with Sarah Harrison's usual verve, this story offers new insights into the dangers of a mother's overdependence and the absolute necessity of letting go. * Sally Feldman, Good Housekeeping * A work of extraordinary fictional daring ... assured ... always convinces * Weekend Telegraph * 'believable and touching ... Harrison's writing is lively, crisp [and] full of humour' The Times THAT WAS THEN: Moving and funny * You Magazine * Believable and touching ... Harrison's writing is lively, crisp [and] full of humour * The Times * Quotes for Sarah Harrison

Edition details

• Publisher: P/B
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0340707313
• ISBN 13: 9780340707319
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1