Late reviewing this book but I enjoyed it. With good writing and characters, plus a good storyline, it’s a nice read.

I couldn't read this as an ebook for some reason so will get it when it comes out! Sorry! (Leaving a 4 star review to be fair.)

Another absolutely superb emotional rollercoaster from Ahern. Brilliant writing and intelligent characters that are hugely relatable and beautifully observed. I couldn’t put this down.

Unusual book. I could not really get into it but it was sensitively written. It moved a bit slower in bits. It wasn't my kind of book unfortunately..

Thanks Netgalley.

Eight-year-old, Alice Kelly struggles to have a normal life. Her father has left the family, and her mother Lilly sleeps a lot. Leaving Alice to look after her younger brother. Her older brother helps when he can. Alice has a difficult relationship with her mother.

Alice’s life falls apart when she starts seeing the moods and feelings of people expressed in colours, Alice is exhausted by all the different colours she sees around people.

Fast paced with lots of twists and turns. This was about mental illness, families and friendships.

I loved the descriptions of colours that Alice sees floating around people.

A beautiful, colorful story with characters you fall in love with. Ahern always manages to sprinkle some magic over the plot, in the best possible way.

Thought provoking story which I enjoyed and was caught up in to read over a few days - quite quick for me these days! The story spans the life of the main character Alice who sees auras, and about how she lives with this. The story jumps between the pertinent points in her life, sometimes back and forwards, with only a few actual chapters so written in unusual format. However the ending came quite abruptly and succinctly. It was almost as if the author had a deadline to finish it off and couldn’t add more to it, so I do feel a bit disappointed by the speedy finish.
Overall a nice, engaging book.

I enjoyed Ahern's writing style and the concept of seeing colours representing emotions. Initially I was veering towards 3 stars - but I realised this was a little unfair. I was going for that because the protagonist's childhood story made me sad - not really a good reason to underscore an innovative, well written story.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishing house for an ARC in exchange for an honest and impartial review.

In A Thousand Different Ways by Cecelia Ahern, a NetGalley review. Alice is like nobody you’ve ever met, she can see all your secrets, she can see the good, the bad and the ugly in people but because of that she loses herself, until she meets someone she cannot read. I will be honest I didn’t enjoy this book, it was readable but not enjoyable. While reading it felt like I wasn’t connecting with the story or the character getting a feel for it, somehow reading in the edge of the story, if that makes sense. With this author I think I always put to much anticipation into it being the authors next great book because for me P.S I Love You was by far her best book. I think the author is a good writer but since her first book has just missed the mark. Personally I felt that it started right in the middle of this strong story line of Alice the main character being able to see peoples auras in colours l, so as the reader it felt hard to understand what this was and this put me off a little. I couldn’t even remember the main characters name until half way through the book because again there was no connection. The other thing that annoyed me was that the story kept flipping back and forth between years and did so without warning or dates or years for perspective; so I would feel like I might me just finding my feet with this story and then in the next sentence/paragraph it would flip back to when Alice was a child. Sadly in parts I found it boring and incredibly hard to continue reading, I was hopefully that as I read in it would improve, but it didn’t and in parts it felt rushed. The one thing I will say is that the concept and the idea of being able to see people’s auras in colour is interesting, in the fact that would it be a good or a bad thing if you had this talent; however in theory a great idea but written down on paper the author somehow failed to grab my attention. This book has great reviews on Amazon some saying it’s her best so far but it just wasn’t for me. At the moment it’s 99p so if you are intrigued or a fan not a bad price, if you go on not to enjoy it. I wan be recommending this going forward so it’s a ⭐️ from me.

What an incredible book! This got me right in the feels. Heartwarming and emotional. Cecelia Ahern has done it again.

Cecelia Ahern's "In a Thousand Different Ways" is a masterful collection of stories that weave together the threads of human emotion and connection. Each tale in this anthology explores the depths of love, loss, and the transformative power of relationships with Ahern's trademark blend of warmth and insight.

Ahern's storytelling prowess shines through in this collection, offering poignant narratives that resonate long after the final page. Her characters are vivid and relatable, each grappling with universal themes in uniquely personal ways. From unexpected encounters to heartrending farewells, "In a Thousand Different Ways" captures the myriad ways in which love manifests and shapes our lives.

This anthology is a testament to Ahern's ability to capture the essence of human experience with empathy and grace. Whether you're a longtime fan of her work or new to her storytelling, "In a Thousand Different Ways" is a compelling read that reminds us of the beauty and complexity found in our shared connections.

I loved this book. Cecelia Ahern has written a really clever unusual book unlike anything I’ve read. Alice is a young child when she develops synthanesisa - the ability to see other people’s moods in colour and this changes her life significantly as well as having a huge effect on her immediate family. A difficult read at times but one full of all the emotions as Alice sees and feels them. A fantastic book

Oh my god! This was such a lovely book, I did shed a few tears at the end! A gorgeous story of social difference, isolation and yet hope, family ties and enduring love. Thank you so much for the reading copy, I adored it.

In A Thousand Different Ways was an emotional read. What I love most about Cecelia Ahern's books is that each storyline is so unique. They are thought provoking stories which stay with you for a long time after you have finished reading them. As usual I was drawn in straight away and remained captivated by Alice's story until the very end. In the past I have described Cecelia Ahern's books as quirky but I would now say her ideas are unparalleled. It is just great to pick up a book knowing you are about to read something a little bit different. My favourites would be The Gift and the young adult series Flawed and Perfect.

This beautiful book was so breathtakingly powerful to read. It has such a novel storyline and is unlike anything I've ever read before. It is a captivating and emotional read that will stay in your mind and your heart long after you've finished that last page.

This is an unusual story. It is very well written. The character development is excellent. I found the middle section of the book was a bit repetitive

A novel about a girl living her life and the auras she feels emitting off those around her.It was a nice read but not my favourite Cecelia read.

Not my usual read but I am open to reading novels about life and death and the paths we take. Alice is an 8 year old girl who realises she can see people as colours. In her younger years this causes her life to become turmoil at home and school. As Alice navigates life she learns how the colours can help her in work and relationships. And then she meets Andy who has no colours and the next chapter of her life begins. This novel will stay with me forever, it’s made me laugh and cry in parts but more importantly it’s taught me to look for the good in people and enjoy the life you’ve been given

I have loved every Cecelia Ahern book I’ve ever read starting with P.S I Love You. This for me was no different.

We first meet Alice as a child. On the the outside she seems the same as you and me. She lives with her mum and first realises at age 8 that she can see things in colour. Not things as much as feelings. Upon her return from school one day there is blue coming from Alice’s mums room. She thinks the worst and thinks she is dead. She then realises that all the feelings that people are feeling have colour. Blue for upset/depression and say red for anger.

Having to live with synesthesia her whole life Alice is drained. She seeks solace in a healer that can help her to block out her gift/curse. Told over the course of Alice’s life with some time jumps. I absolutely adored this book and how the author has derived this story. You won’t regret picking up a copy to try! A firm favourite for years to come.

well what a brilliant book to read and what a life alice had this illness gave sorrow and pleasure and alice had to lead a normal life as she was able there was anger sadness and happiness in this story along with a smile and tears along the way a joy to read