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Full House (Quick Read)
by
Maeve Binchy
Rosie loves her children very much, but now they are all grown up, isn't it time they left home?
Rosie moved out when she got married, but it didn't work out, so now she is back with her parents. Helen is a teacher and doesn't earn enough for a place of her own. Anthony writes songs and is just waiting for the day when someone will pay him for them. Until then, all three ar...more
Rosie moved out when she got married, but it didn't work out, so now she is back with her parents. Helen is a teacher and doesn't earn enough for a place of her own. Anthony writes songs and is just waiting for the day when someone will pay him for them. Until then, all three ar...more
Paperback, 117 pages
Published
2012
by Orion
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“Full House” by Maeve Binchy is a “Quick Reads” book, a novelette. I was happy to find it continues with the life stories of neighbors and friends of former characters who live on St. Jarlath’s Court, of the “Minding Frankie” era.
Essentially this is the story of Dee, who works two jobs as a cleaner and also continues to shop, cook, clean, launder, and “do everything” for her husband and 3 grown children who still live at home. The downturn in the economy hits her husband and he is now without w...more
Essentially this is the story of Dee, who works two jobs as a cleaner and also continues to shop, cook, clean, launder, and “do everything” for her husband and 3 grown children who still live at home. The downturn in the economy hits her husband and he is now without w...more
Maeve Binchy broaches a very contemporary subject in this quick read: Young adult children who seem content to be living at home where their parents provide them with lodging and meals – and they don’t have to contribute whatsoever.
When the Dad, Liam looses his job, things change rapidly in the household of Dee and Liam and their three grown-up kids. Dee is quite inventive, hard-working and kind, however she’s determined to have her grown children understand the cost of living, and they need to...more
When the Dad, Liam looses his job, things change rapidly in the household of Dee and Liam and their three grown-up kids. Dee is quite inventive, hard-working and kind, however she’s determined to have her grown children understand the cost of living, and they need to...more
I read this book while waiting for my parents to finish cooking Sunday Family Dinner. My mom had only bought it at Costco that morning. It is a very quick and easy read. Not my usual style, to be honest, its the first Maeve Binchy book I've ever read, but decided to give it a go in between all the vampires, warriors, and fairy tales.
I enjoyed it.
I wasn't expecting to, but I did.
A hard-working mother of 3 grown children is tired of them taking advantage of her and sets out to force them to mat...more
I enjoyed it.
I wasn't expecting to, but I did.
A hard-working mother of 3 grown children is tired of them taking advantage of her and sets out to force them to mat...more
What a brilliant book! I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Dee and her family. This was one of the Quick Read books, easily managable in a day, even if it hadn't have been i would have found it hard to put down!
Dee is one half of a cleaning duo, a wife and a mother,when her husband looses his job they are going to find it a strain financially. Her grown children pay nothing to household and are shocked and horrified when Dee sets about making them see that they should have been contributing.
I cou...more
Dee is one half of a cleaning duo, a wife and a mother,when her husband looses his job they are going to find it a strain financially. Her grown children pay nothing to household and are shocked and horrified when Dee sets about making them see that they should have been contributing.
I cou...more
At only 127 large-font-sized pages, this itty bitty book barely even deserves the title of novella, so don't borrow it expecting anything approaching a full-size novel. But it's a standard Maeve Binchy tale - lovely, heart-felt and full of references to some of the favourite characters from books past.
I know it's silly but I cried when I finished reading this book this because I know that it's the second last time I will ever read a new Maeve Binchy novel :( Oh, my poor heart. (Plus, what am I...more
I know it's silly but I cried when I finished reading this book this because I know that it's the second last time I will ever read a new Maeve Binchy novel :( Oh, my poor heart. (Plus, what am I...more
Dee and Liam live with their three grown-up children in Dublin, but life isn't easy. Dee works as a cleaner, and when Liam is made redundant, they have virtually no income. Their three children - Rosie, who has recently left her husband, Helen, a school teacher, and Anthony never pay their way in the household and expect everything to be done for them. Dee finally cracks, and takes on an enterprise which shocks her offspring but brings them round to their senses in the end.
This is a great short...more
This is a great short...more
Full House is a novella by Maeve Binchy in the Quick Reads series. The story centres on Dee and Liam Nolan, residents of St. Jarlath’s Cres in Dublin, an address with which Binchy fans will be familiar. Dee and Liam have two adult daughters and a son, all still living at home, none of whom contribute financially or practically to the running of the household. Rosie was married to Ronan for all of what seemed like 10 minutes before she returned home with a list of complaints about married life; H...more
This was a Quick Reads edition. It was nice to see familiar characters from previous stories and is a sort of follow on from Minding Frankie, with many of the characters appearing. Dee and Liam have let their 3 grown up children live off them rent free and none of them lifting a finger to help in the house whilst mum Dee has several jobs as a cleaner to make ends meet. The father Liam then loses his job and things have to change...or do they? This was a very pleasant read with a message that wil...more
Dee Nolan is married to Liam Dee owns a cleaning company with her partner Josie, she works long hours, Liam is an Electrician. They have 3 grown up children Rosie, Anthony and Helen, who still live at home, Dee wishes the house was quiet at times, the children do nothing and don't contribute but that's all about to change. But after relying on there mother for so long how will they cope?
I really enjoyed this book, it was read in an hour and would recommend.
I really enjoyed this book, it was read in an hour and would recommend.
Fabulous book about a couple with grown children living at home and not contributing and how the parents contrived to move them out and make them pay their own way and fend for themselves. It makes me even more determined to teach my teenage girls how to look after themselves. As mentioned in the book it's easier to just do everything yourself but that doesn't help your children to get out into this big bad world of ours.
A cute little short story told in the way that only Maeve Binchy can tell one (rest in peace). This can be read in one sitting!
What to do when you've spoiled your kids to the extent that you have three adult children living back home, paying no rent, and making no effort? This book answers that question. :)
What to do when you've spoiled your kids to the extent that you have three adult children living back home, paying no rent, and making no effort? This book answers that question. :)
Absolutely LOVED this short read. Was all over in one night because I could not put it down. After hearing that Maeve Binchy passed away yesterday, I realised I had not read any of her stuff. Great story about changes in family dynamics during economic hardship. RIP Maeve Binchy.
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Maeve Binchy never disappoints. It's just like putting on an old comfortable cardigan. All of those wonderful characters. We are with Dee and Liam and Dee's solution to finally letting her kids grow up. It's a novella and a quick and easy read.
Fun read explaining how a mum has enough of her adult kids not helping in the house or offering to pay rent. So she thinks of a plan to help them support themselves,find a place & make them realise that not everything is free. ”
My first encounter with the massive-selling Maeve Binchy. Am not really a fan of her straightforward commercial style, but have to admit it's hard to dislike Ms Binchy's compassionate and big hearted approach to her characters.
Probably not literature in the narrow sense. However, a well thought-out and fast-paced story that
kept my interest throughout, although there are no hidden layers. A very satisfying read. Could be
read as a scenario.
kept my interest throughout, although there are no hidden layers. A very satisfying read. Could be
read as a scenario.
Harlington library Quick Reads group (Geek Club!) loved this book and would give it more than 5 stars.We found it very realistic, easy to understand, reflects everyday life and makes you want to read more.
Excellent book - have always LOVED how she writes! This is great if you need a quick read - I read it in less than two hours while the boys were enjoying computer time at the library!!
I loved it. The best thing about Maeve's book are they are all related and each new book gives us all a chance to catch up on the new news for our friends. This story was delightful.
I really liked the story of a Mum learning it's not too late to do it better for the long term good of her kids. It got me a bit fired up and I was really happy with the ending.
Ive been picking up these Quick Reads books at the libary .whilst i wait for a book im wanting to read ,they are good for inbetween reads .This was a really good read .
Was an interesting read that readers can easily relate to. Fast-paced as well. I couldn't put it down till I'd completed the book.
Love Maeve Binchy. I'm very sad that she passed away this summer and she's only left behind one more novel. I'll miss her books.
Maeve Binchy is an incredible story teller and this book, though very short, was as good as her others. She's one of my favorite writers.
This one was much better. I flew through it whilst killing an hour after my Neuro appt. it was really sweet in places and cute.
Ths is Maeve Binchy at her very best with an insight into modern famiy life .. it is a 'quick read' and I could not put it down!
Great book. Read it in a couple of hours. Binchy really captivates you and you just have to keep reading
A lovely little book, about real life and moving on and coping with change and doing things you don't like.. worth reading. It only took me an hour or so
I really enjoyed this short story. Very much true to life in a lot of households I would imagine.
Nice little read ticks along nicely and found myself laughing as it seems so true to my poor mums house
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Maeve Binchy was born in Dalkey, County Dublin and came to fame first as London Correspondent for the Irish Times. Her first novel, Light a Penny Candle, made her famous in the UK and USA. She passed away on July 30, 2012, at the age of 72.
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Jul 31, 2012 08:13pm