The Houseshare

This is my first book by this author and won’t be my last. It was a beautifully written tale of friendship secrets and how events of the past have shaped the future and also of how we all need a little help from our friends or in this case the other residents of
Number 24 Ulysses Crescent who all pull together to help and look out for one another.

This is a contemporary fiction story which charters the lives of the residents of the Ulysses Crescent and how they have all come together to be under one roof residing in their respective flats housed within this property and the events which go on both inside and outside of the closed doors and how they are all fighting their own problems and secrets from the past as the story unravels.

This would make a brilliant tv drama and would be fab to see the character of Evelyn the eccentric elderly lady come alive on the screen.

Firstly thank you Netgalley for this ARC

Brilliant author lovely easy read and love that it was based in Dublin

The story
In a house converted into flats on the bay in Dublin, the various occupants consider themselves family. But like families, all is not always what it seems. There is Nessa, a chef not lucky in love. Rory that operates the basement gym while loving Nessa from afar. Mike the sculptor and separated couple Bruce and Stella and their son Freddy. Doctor Ed who owns the house and lives in the bunker in the garden. Elderly Evelyn who was quite the stunner in her day. Morah knows Evelyn from a terrible meeting years before and is on her case. When Evelyn falls and breaks her hip, her granddaughter Truth who she doesn’t know comes to stay and a series of events unfolds while things get chaotic and the truth is revealed.

My thoughts
I love a good Irish setting, multiple characters and their ups and downs, good and bad bits showing off. The irony of the central character Truth, she is truthful, but so many of the others are hiding the truth from each other. It’s all very human and delicious. Highly recommend! 😍

This is a quick, easy and cute read that would be a perfect summer read. Well written with an enchanting storyline and well developed characters that were relatable and lovable. A really enjoyable read,

I really enjoyed reading The Houseshare by Fiona O'Brien.

I liked the characters and found it refreshing that the main character was a glamorous woman in her seventies who related to people like Joanna Lumley. Her character flaws soon became evident, but it was clear she was a product of her era. I enjoyed the new perspective on love and romance and the insights into family and estranged families in particular.

Thank you very much to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Having enjoyed this author’s previous books, I was looking forward to this one and it didn't disappoint.

The story follows the assorted residents of 24 Ulysses Crescent and the friendships that are made and betrayed as they live their lives in close proximity to each other.

A great tale of family and friendship with mostly likeable characters which was an easy and enjoyable read.

The Houseshare is a spell-binding summer tale of romance, friendship and how some secrets can never stay hidden. Thank you for this advanced copy which was a great read, I had trouble putting this down! I liked the way it was written and it made for an easy read. I would definitely recommend and look forward to reading another book by this author!

This was a lovely read, very enjoyable with good characters and good story line. I am giving this 4 stars and I recommend this to be read by as many people as possible.. I don't remember reading this author before but I will certainly be looking out for more of her books.

Thanks to Netgalley and publisher for this e ARC

A nice and well written story that I thoroughly enjoyed. It's well plotted and compelling, i liked the characters and the setting.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

"The Houseshare" is a great ensemble piece about the lives and loves of the people living in a house split into flats by the owner. The residents are a mixed bunch, at different stages of their lives, and have some complex and challenging relationships. The characters are well drawn and believable, with some great back stories.

A lovely summer read. Thanks to Net Galley and the publishers for the opportunity to review this book.

I really enjoyed The Houseshare it had great characters, a well plotted storyline and I think anyone who enjoys Mariam Keyes would enjoy this women's fiction novel.