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Roar
- Narrated by: Aisling Bea, Adjoa Andoh, Lara Sawalha
- Length: 7 hrs and 50 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories
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Disappointed in this edit of a favourite book...
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Summary
I am woman. Hear me roar.
Original, honest and thought-provoking, Roar is Cecelia Ahern's unforgettable story collection.
With her trademark honesty, Cecelia Ahern gives us 30 linked stories, all titled 'The Woman Who...', that capture the different facets of women's lives. Humorous, moving, surreal and poignant, the stories capture the moments the characters are overwhelmed by guilt, confusion, frustration, intimidation, exhaustion - the private moments when they feel the need to roar.
From 'The Woman Who Slowly Disappeared' to 'The Woman Who Returned and Exchanged Her Husband', discover an extraordinary collection that will resonate with listeners everywhere.
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- Kindle Customer
- 04-01-19
Amazing book and amazing narrative - feminist genius
It’s almost like Cecilia Ahern has crawled into the head of every woman to create this modern feminist gem of a book. There’s a story here for us all and not just one, I struggle to pick a favourite and identify with plenty. A funny moral for today’s world. Read it or listen to it and be moved.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-12-18
real disappointment
I was really disappointed by this book. Short stories similar to the ones I hate on radio 4. Dreary narrators. returned it samr day xxx
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- Jenny
- 12-05-20
Incredible
Absolutely wonderful, a fabulous piece of literature and commentary on modern society, full of morals. I plan to re-listen and re-read. Can not recommend highly enough. Beautifully narrated. Thank you!
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- Sarah Brady
- 31-07-19
lose yourself to find yourself
Fun fiction resonating with strong emotional messages. Though focused on women these sassy snapshots relate to all walks of humanity
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- Danielle
- 12-04-19
LOVED THIS!
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- Julie
- 10-04-19
Not for me
I always loved Cecilia's books but I have not enjoyed this one or Flawed. I couldn't get past the 3rd or 4th chapter.
Sorry
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- LM
- 06-11-18
Disappointed with this one
I usually love this author but this book fell seriously short of the mark. Sad because I was desperate for her next book. Never been disappointed by Cecelia Ahern before.
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