If You Could See Me Now

by Cecelia Ahern
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Good Books rating 3.5
Contemporary Fiction
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  • ID: 4920
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • ISBN: 9780007279531
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2009-01-19
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Cecelia Ahern, the No. 1 bestselling author, weaves a tender and magical narrative in 'If You Could See Me Now'. This captivating story explores the bonds of family and friendship, set against the backdrop of an unlikeliest romance. The novel's enchanting blend of magic and reality promises to captivate readers from the very first page. /n/n The story unfolds with a unique charm, offering a glimpse into the lives of its characters and the extraordinary circumstances that bring them together. Ahern's signature style shines through, making this a must-read for fans of heartwarming and imaginative fiction.

Reviews
Books and Bluess · 2021-08-08
mixed 3.00

The book's intriguing premise is explored through the character of Elizabeth Egan, who struggles with emotional order. The narrative's slow start and lack of depth in certain areas are notable.

The reviewer found the premise of 'If You Could See Me Now' quite intriguing, particularly the character of Elizabeth Egan, who likes everything to be in order, including her emotions. However, they noted that the story took a while to get going and felt that some aspects of the narrative lacked depth. The reviewer appreciated the unique elements of the story but felt that the execution could have been stronger. Overall, they found the book to be a mixed bag, with some interesting ideas but also some areas that fell flat.

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    If You Could See Me Now has an intriguing premise.

    The story follows Elizabeth Egan, who likes everything to be in order, even her emotions.

    I felt like she took too long to get to the point.

Intact Awesomeness · 2016-12-26
good 3.50

The book stands out for its unique approach, though the beginning is somewhat slow. The reviewer appreciates Ahern's effort to create something different.

The reviewer notes that Cecelia Ahern always tries to create something different in her books, and this one is no exception. They found the beginning of the book to be a bit slow, but they appreciated the unique approach Ahern took. The reviewer also noted that the book's premise is intriguing and that it explores some interesting themes. Overall, they found the book to be a good read, but not without its flaws. They appreciated Ahern's effort to create something different and found the book to be a refreshing change of pace.

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    Cecelia Ahern always tries to create something different in her books and this was definitely different.

    In the beginning, it was a bit slow.

    The premise is intriguing and it explores some interesting themes.

Book Binge · Rowena · 2007-11-24
great 4.00

The book is praised for its lighthearted yet insightful portrayal of modern women. The reviewer finds it engaging and enjoyable.

Rowena highlights that readers and critics alike adore Cecelia Ahern for her lighthearted yet insightful stories about modern women and their often unusual situations. She finds 'If You Could See Me Now' to be a delightful read that captures the essence of modern life with a touch of whimsy. The reviewer appreciates the engaging narrative and the way Ahern brings her characters to life. Overall, they found the book to be a enjoyable and thought-provoking read that they would recommend to others.

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    Readers and critics alike adore Cecelia Ahern for her lighthearted yet insightful stories about modern women and their often unusual situations.

    The book captures the essence of modern life with a touch of whimsy.

    The narrative is engaging and the characters are well-developed.

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