Ask Again, Yes A Novel
Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane is a reprint edition published by Simon and Schuster on May 5, 2020. This novel explores the complexities of family life and the enduring nature of relationships through the intertwined lives of two families in a suburban setting. As rookie NYPD officers, Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope become neighbors, but the struggles within their households set the stage for significant events that will impact their families for decades.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of forgiveness and the challenges of personal connections. The story follows the lifelong friendship and love between Kate Gleeson and Peter Stanhope, whose bond faces trials over thirty years. Keane presents a poignant exploration of the daily intimacies of marriage and the resilience required to navigate life’s hardships. With 432 pages, this edition offers a deep dive into the emotional landscapes of its characters, making it a significant addition to contemporary literary fiction.
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The triumphant New York Times Bestseller *The Tonight Show Summer Reads Pick*
Named one of the Best Books of the Year by People, Vogue, Parade, NPR, and Elle
“A gem of a book.” —Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
How much can a family forgive?
Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope, rookie NYPD cops, are neighbors in the suburbs. What happens behind closed doors in both houses—the loneliness of Francis’s wife, Lena, and the instability of Brian’s wife, Anne, sets the stage for the explosive events to come.
In Mary Beth Keane’s extraordinary novel, a lifelong friendship and love blossoms between Kate Gleeson and Peter Stanhope, born six months apart. One shocking night their loyalties are divided, and their bond will be tested again and again over the next thirty years. Heartbreaking and redemptive, Ask Again, Yes is a gorgeous and generous portrait of the daily intimacies of marriage and the power of forgiveness.
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