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Summary - Ask Again, Yes: Based On The Book By Mary Beth Keane

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Duration: 20min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-Fiction

SUMMARY

ASK AGAIN, YES

BASED ON THE BOOK BY MARY BETH KEANE

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: FLASH LIBRARY

CONTENT

Prologue - July 1973

Gillam - 1980s

The Model Ship - 1989

New Year's Eve - 1990

Aftermath - 1990s

High School - Mid 1990s

College and Beyond - Late 1990s

Adulthood - 2000s

Reconciliation - 2010s

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane, is a novel that explores themes of family, trauma, mental illness, and forgiveness across generations. The story revolves around two families, the Gleesons and the Stanhopes, whose lives become intertwined after a tragic event. The novel delves into the complexities of marriage and parenthood, portraying both the joys and the struggles that come with these roles. Mental health and addiction are recurring issues. The story examines how trauma can be passed down from generation to generation, shaping the lives of those affected. Forgiveness emerges as a crucial element in the characters' journeys toward healing.

Release date

Audiobook: 1 March 2025