Ask Again, Yes
The gripping, emotional and life-affirming New York Times bestseller
(Author) Mary Beth KeaneGillam, upstate New York- a town of ordinary, big-lawned suburban houses. The Gleesons have recently moved there and soon welcome the Stanhopes as their new neighbours. Lonely Lena Gleeson wants a friend but Anne Stanhope - cold, elegant, unstable - wants to be left alone. It's left to their children - Lena's youngest, Kate, and Anne's only child, Peter - to find their way to one another. To form a friendship whose resilience and love will be almost broken by the fault line dividing both families, and by the terrible tragedy that will engulf them all. A tragedy whose true origins only become clear many years later . . .A story of love and redemption, faith and forgiveness, Ask Again, Yes reveals the way childhood memories change when viewed from the distance of adulthood - villains lose their menace, and those who appeared innocent seem less so. A story of how, if we're lucky, the violence lurking beneath everyday life can be vanquished by the power of love.
Mary Beth Keane
Mary Beth Keane is an American novelist known for her insightful exploration of the complexities of human relationships and identity. Her most notable works include "The Walking People," a novel that follows the lives of an Irish immigrant family in New York City, and "Ask Again, Yes," a bestseller that delves into the bonds of friendship and family over several decades.
Keane's writing style is characterized by its emotional depth, rich character development, and nuanced storytelling. She has been praised for her ability to capture the intricacies of everyday life and the profound impact of personal connections.
Keane's contributions to literature include shedding light on the immigrant experience, family dynamics, and the resilience of the human spirit. Her work has resonated with readers for its authenticity and empathy, earning her critical acclaim and a loyal following.
"Ask Again, Yes" is considered Keane's most famous work, receiving widespread acclaim and becoming a New York Times bestseller. The novel has been praised for its compelling narrative, complex characters, and poignant exploration of love, forgiveness, and redemption. It solidified Keane's reputation as a talented and insightful storyteller in contemporary literature.