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Welcome to the website of bestselling author
Claire Allan
Claire Allan is the author of 'Rainy Days and Tuesdays', 'Feels Like Maybe' and the forthcoming novel, 'Jumping in Puddles' - which will be published by Poolbeg Press in September 09.
"If you like Marian Keyes, You'll LOVE Claire Allan."
What the reviewers said about Feels Like Maybe
Allan has a strong writing style that is smart and funny.
Feels Like Maybe ... is a sparkling and feel good romantic read. - The Irish Independent
Feels Like Maybe was a breeze and a joy to read. At times, my heart hurt for both Aoife and Beth and at others I laughed out loud. Loved it. - Trashionista.com
Claire Allan's second novel has struck the perfect balance between humour and emotion. - The RTE Guide
This is a moving, page turner of a read shot through with moments of laugh-out-loud humour'. - The News Letter
What the reviewers said about Rainy Days and Tuesdays...
"A really lovely debut novel about motherhood, working women, friendship, losing weight, therapy, love and having it all. Don't miss it!" - Sharon Owens
"I truly adored this book.... so clever and funny and even though I don't have !children I really empathised with Grace - a fabulous character - so warm and lovely." - Melissa Hill
"Move over Bridget Jones!" - Sunday Life
"A warm and funny look at life as a working mother"- Mail on Sunday
"I would defy anyone to read the book and not become fond of Grace. As a genuine and real character she reels you in and makes you get to want to know her" - Irish News.
"Her debut novel does not disappoint. It will make you laugh and cry and digs a little bit deeper than your typical chick lit novel" - Limerick Post
"I applaud Allan for not only giving readers a humorous look at life as a mom, but also for tackling a topic that many wouldn't even attempt: depression." - Blogcritics.org
'Rainy Days and Tuesdays' is one book every woman should read this Summer. If you don't like it, I'll eat my RBTs (reliable black trousers).- Verbal Magazine
Now available from Poolbeg Press
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