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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LOVED this book!, October 5, 2004

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This review is from: Man and Wife: A Novel (Paperback)

This book is about Harry Silver, who following the failure of his first marriage, is trying to build a new `blended' family for him and his son.

This situation is so common nowadays that it should make for pretty boring material... right?

Not so. Tony Parsons is so good at deconstructing feelings that this book is a joy to read.

Parsons' documentation of a Harry's love for his son and his indecision over a faltering relationship, is moving without being sentimental.

Harry Silver is no angel, but I found him to be immensely likeable none-the-less. Even when he's failing, the right intentions are there, and I couldn't help but sympathise.

- Harry only wants what's best for his son ... don't we all?

- Harry just wants the newness of falling in love to last forever ... wouldn't we all?

This book not only realistically tackles the dynamics of modern family relationships (children, parents, and spouses - current and ex), but is also surprisingly tender in addressing the unconditional and endless love one can only truly feel for their children.

This book really struck a chord with me -

Mr. Parsons, I can't thank you enough for writing it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A True Look Inside A Man's Head, May 1, 2003

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Caroline P. Hampton (Columbus, Ohio USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Man and Wife: A Novel (Hardcover)

"Man and Wife" by Tony Parsons is a wonderful and enlightening look into the mind of married men everywhere. This sequel to the very well received "Man and Boy", is a tremendous picture into the lives of "the husband, the ex-wife, the new wife, the son and the new stepdaughter. "Man and Wife" explores the questions that face every blended family and really tackles the tough questions.

The most intriguing part of this book is the fact that it is told from the male perspective and that was really interesting. I loved this amazingly smart, thoughtful and heartfelt journey of a man and his new life.

Great book and would make an interesting book club selection. I bet there are tons of families out there with these same questions.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very special, April 13, 2005

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This review is from: Man and Wife: A Novel (Paperback)

What is not to love about a Tony Parsons novel? (If there is something, I don't want to know.) The people that fill his pagers are practically as real as seeing someone face-to-face.

The relationship between his son and Cyd's daughter is so beautifully written - which can be said for all the character interaction.

Parsons writes flawlessly about imperfect people screwing up and learning from their screw-ups. This book is no exception.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another magnificent book from Tony Parsons.
This is the second book I've read from Tony Parsons, and he is quickly becoming my favorite author. I have to say that I liked this one even more than the first, Man and Boy (as... Read more

Published 16 months ago by Ro7068

5.0 out of 5 stars lovely
A lovely story that is so real and takes your heart, and makes you want to finish it

Published on April 28, 2009 by Amira Nabil Tawfik

5.0 out of 5 stars Another brilliant book from Tony Parsons
Man and a boy was brilliant and this one follows its footsteps. I am generally a slow reader and I cannot believe that I am finishing this book in a week. Read more

Published on November 14, 2007 by Burak Begen

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this one, too
Man and a boy was brilliant and this one follows its footsteps. I am generally a slow reader and I cannot believe that I am finishing this book in a week. Read more

Published on November 14, 2007 by Burak Begen

4.0 out of 5 stars Say it as we feel it.
Say it as we feel it. Insecurities and all. A bird puller who suffers for his art.

No woman should be allowed to read this book or probably any other of Tony Parson's... Read more

Published on October 4, 2006 by just Jack

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED IT
Once I started I could not put it down, I grew more and more enamored with the man character, read it in two days. Read more

Published on January 5, 2006 by J. Ortiz

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read But...
This was a very satisfying read. I felt myself rooting for Harry and hoping that he would not make yet another "wrong" decision. Read more

Published on September 14, 2004 by K. H. Tan

4.0 out of 5 stars great insights for steppparents....
the insights into second marriages & stepparenting were right on target. Also, the caring for the aging parent & loss of a parent - however, you need to overlook Harry's... Read more

Published on June 11, 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars Same formula, lack originality
Man and Wife was a sequel to Man and Boy. It suffered the same sequel syndrome, telling a similar plot with different characters. Read more

Published on February 15, 2004 by Kelly

5.0 out of 5 stars Such Insight!
I read Man and Boy and was so excited for the next book. True to form, in Man and Wife, Mr. Parsons continued with his insightful documentation of the emotional turmoil he went... Read more

Published on February 13, 2004 by dcypherz

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