From Here to Maternity

Emma Hamilton #3

by Sinead Moriarity

From Here to Maternity, Sinéad Moriarty's third novel, is the story tells the story of Emma Hamilton who embarks on the path to adopting a baby when she and her husband can't conceive. It manages to be both hilarious and incredibly moving and is comparable to the writing of Marian Keyes in its ability to balance light and shade in a heart-warming, thoughtful and satisfying story. Just as Emma Hamilton and her husband James become parents of an eight-month-old Russian baby, Yuri, they find out that Emma is pregnant. Which is a bit of a shock since they had come to terms with not being able to have children. Emma discovers that having her dreams come true brings a whole new set of problems as she is faced with well-meaning friends and family - and not-so-well-meaning maternity Nazis - telling her how to be a mother. Only her wonderful calm long-suffering husband, a mad family that makes her look like the down-to-earth sensible one, and fantastic friends whose lives are even crazier than her own, keep Emma from losing it, and in the end she comes through with her usual mix of humour, good-natured hysteria and real heart.

Genres: Chick Lit, Fiction, Humor, Romance, Ebooks, Contemporary, Womens Fiction

298 pages, Paperback

First published August 17, 2006

Reviews

[Petra X · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not quite as satisfying a read as the other two books in the series because the author tried to elevate two supporting characters into much more major ones with a story of their own to tell. Other than that, standard chicklit - a good, quick read that's a bit like a nice big bar of chocolate, delicious at the time but you've forgotten about it before suppertime.

[Aileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emma is married to James they have been trying for a baby for some
time, they have had fertility treatments and still no joy, they decide
to adopt a Russian boy called Yuri (10 months old), Emma finds out she
is pregnant, they are over the moon.
However Emma finds things hard as Yuri won’t settle she is tired and
has Morning sickness. Her mum is fussing and poking her nose in where
it’s not wanted her brother is getting married to an unsuitable wife,
and her best friend’s husband is getting broody, can things get any
more hectic for Emma and James?
This book was funny and a very quick read I would definitely recommend.

[EeeJay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I usually don't like British humor - the terminology is foreign - Yet, this book was just lovely. The humor is spot on and it stems from being so true. Come on, you've seen people running to get their luggages at airports, right? And also seen how some people are standing right at the mouth of the conveyer belt? How is that not funny!?!?! They attack their suitcases like bees attacking someone who's poked their hive!

Loved this book!
Song for the story: here

[Booklover · Rating 4 out of 5]

LOVED IT!Enjoyed it very very much,disliked Babs a lot wanted to smack her till she turns black blue other then that loved all characters and their back stories.Do not want to give any spoilers so will end my review here itself:)

Wonderful Fun read
Recommend it

[Stephanie Deguara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Love a happy ending!

[Clazzzer C · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was such an easy read and very enjoyable too. Sinead Moriarty really dies know how to portray Irish family life. I have to say I detested Babs though. I know there are always characters who are unlikable and who annoy us but I just could not believe her character at all. She annoyed me so much and she really did take away from my enjoyment of the book. A usurping sister is fair enough but I thought her brashness and narcissism were just too over the top to be in any way credible. I liked the rest of the story though. It would be a great pool side read.

[Jessica Deany · Rating 2 out of 5]

Super easy read, light and positive feel, but not smart. I could see how it was meant to be humorous throughout but it never actually made me laugh. The plot wasn’t bad, so I don’t know what exactly takes a book from being frivolous to meaningful without losing its lightheartedness/positive tone, but this book didn’t have it.

[OxoNewbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the first Sinead Moriarty book that I have read. A fun and quick read. There's a lot of warmth emanating from the pages. I didn't realise this book was a sequel. It works well as a standalone book. I would definitely read more books by this author.

[Renee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book. I highly recommend this author.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really good, easy read.

[Sandra van Dam · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book will have you laughing one minute and all teared up the next.

[Tammy Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book and story. True to life situation when expecting a child, what you may be facing. A great and humorous page turner well worth reading.

[Mel Hynds · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely fabulous!

[Mugdha · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

[Jandira Pimentel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not as super funny as previous books but definitely I will recommend it.

[Patricia McGrory · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great book by Sinead Moriarty x

[Annenz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it and had quite a few lol moments too!

[Gie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Delicious, funny and touching final installment of Emma Hamilton's struggles to become a mother. Just as Emma and her husband James become parents of eight-month-old Russian baby, Yuri, they also find out that Emma is pregnant. Emma discovers that having her dreams come true brings a whole new set of problems as she is faced with well-meaning friends and family – and not-so-well-meaning maternity nazis – telling her how to be a mother. Only her wonderful calm long-suffering husband, a mad family that makes her look like the down-to-earth sensible one, and fantastic friends whose lives are even crazier than her own, keep Emma from losing it, and in the end she comes through with her usual mix of humour, good-natured hysteria and real heart.

[Laura Crosse · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was surprisingly good! Again in my attempt to actually read the hordes of books I have stuffed in every nook and cranny in my house I found this the other day and said I'd give it a go.

So its Irish and I may be a tad biased but I do love some Irish references in a book! I would have preferred one of the characters to have been the coach of Munster not Leinster though!!

Anyway its a really funny read with the main characters mother being possibly the truest and therefore funniest character by far. You cant help but root for every couple in the book and by the end you'll shed a tear and be praying for a happy ending I promise you. Really light, enjoyable, fun book.

[Charanya · Rating 4 out of 5]

OMG. I loved this book. It reminded me of all kind of things.. Dublin, pregnancy, parents, motherhood, friendship, sibling, etc. It is what you call a perfect story which you can relate to. All the character are so real. I actually can understand the frustration which Emma felt about everything, trying to get pregnant and when stop trying, you get pregnant :D and of course, lets not forget the advices from mom and your experianced friends :roll: when you are pregnant. Motherhood with baby crying, sleeping and eating. I totally understand Emma. I actually will give this 4.5 stars if i know how to do that :D

[Jirinka (sony08) · Rating 5 out of 5]

10/10
Love it..I laughed and cried throughout this book. Found myself nodding to most things said about motherhood in this book.
This is the third in a series about Emma and James Hamilton. Having gone through Trying for a baby and fertility treatment in book one, than adoption in book two, this third book takes them on a journey of parenthood.
As they finalize the adoption of their Russian son Yuri, Emma finds out she is pregnant. So on top of having a one year old to deal with Emma and James have to go through pregnancy, labour and all the worry that comes with it.

I love this authors writing. It's funny and sad and exciting and I am looking forward to reading her other books.

[Lobo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Na jó, itt már tényleg abba kell hagyni a történetet. Az elején kicsit sokat vette el az előzmények ismertetése azok kedv��ért, akik esetleg nem olvasták, vagy régebben volt szerencséjük a könyvhöz. Aztán meg túl sok lett a történetszál, Emma testvérei, barátnője és férjének problémái stb., s elég hamar elhagyták a számomra érdekesebb gyerekneveléssel való foglalkozást. De legalábbis az előzményekhez képest e szál kifejtésének alapossága alulmaradt a várakozásaimhoz képest. Viszont a humor és a gördülékeny stílus továbbra is könnyen olvashatóvá tette a regényt, ebben nem csalódtam.

Ja és olyan anyuka, aki felháborodik, ha valaki önszántából nem hajlandó szoptatni, ne olvassa el:)

[Adlynnz · Rating 4 out of 5]

i've always wanted to read sinead moriarty as my next chic-lit author, and this was surprisingly easy to read. she likes to write in a straightforward manner and in simple short sentences, like how i would advise my pupils to write (but of course they don't.) this book is funny with a typical irish humour (you'll know what i mean if you read it) and has issues like motherhood vs career, which i think speaks to girls in our day and age. this was an surprisingly enjoyable read, was able to read it in a day.

[Smitha Parameswaran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Third instalment in the series. Emma is all set to receive her son from Russia. She is busy everyday getting things ready for him, setting his room up, managing her madcap family,supporting James and motivating him in every way possible. At the same time the fertility Gods finally blessed her and she is pregnant!

How she navigates those in between days until Yuri gets to them and they learn to be parents becomes the crux of the story. How Sinead manages to make sure every character is beautifully portrayed is in itself amazing.

A total laugh riot.

[Tonya · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third installation of Emma and James and their adventure of becoming parents. Just as they adopt Yuri, an 8 month old from Russia, Emma discovers she is 7 weeks pregnant. From Here to Maternity is just as enjoyable as the first two novels, and can be read as a stand alone as the back story is explained. The characters are witty and refreshing, I really enjoyed this one. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author!

[Molly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Emma and James have gone through fertility treatments and have just adopted their son, Yuri, from Russia. Now they find out Emma is pregnant and the two embark on the pregnancy journey while navigating new parenthood.

I thought this book was very sweet and I found Emma and James just as enjoyable as in the other books. The ending did feel a bit rushed, but it also moved me. Overall, I liked it.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read this book-- actually the entire series-- several times-- and each time I do I laugh out loud with tears in my eyes! Emma and James are one of my favorite fictional couples!!!

This story-line follows Emma and James as first time parents to their 10 month old son they recently adopted and all the hilarious things that parents experience in their first few months of parenting. Emma is also pregnant in this book-- which adds to it all!!

[Karen · Rating 1 out of 5]

To be honest, the reason I picked this book was to quickly make space on my bookshelf, but it was actually more of a slog to read than the Zadie Smith (at half the number of pages). Every single character is a thinly drawn caricature - the xenophobic mother, slutty sister, Breastfeeding Mafia, etc ....... And there's far too much blethering on about rugby. Rubbish.

[Elena · Rating 3 out of 5]

I couldn't get this book in ebook format. I ended up buying it. I wanted to know the end to the trilogy, and now I do, but ....... eh. It was not my favorite. I liked the middle book the best. I'm not sure why but this book kind of gave me a head ache. I guess that should give it two stars, but I am a sucker for a happy ending.

[Lisa Dyer · Rating 2 out of 5]

A quick pre-holiday read for me! Enjoyed the similarities between my situation and that of the main character. Just as their adoption is going through, Emma finds out she is pregnant.
A comical look at a family dealing with adoption, birth, affairs, marriage, and work.