Falling for a Dancer

This is one of those rare books that I actually preferred the movie over the book. Some of the basic scenarios were the same; however many of the relationships in the book, such as with Daniel and George were very different. I did like this book and her writing, just the story line in the movie was much more to my taste. Her relationship with Mossie seemed more rushed in the book while it embellished far more on the other two men. I get that she was learning about herself and how she handled relationships, but it missed the true romance. And ladies, it didn't hurt that a young Colin Farrell played Daniel, as well as fine actors who played Elizabeth and Mossie. This said, the book should still be recommended reading.

I agree with all the previous reviewers, this is indeed a beautiful book. I could hardly put it down and stayed up late at night reading it. I was anxious to finish it to see how everything turned out and now wish I could still be reading it - I miss all the characters as if they were people I knew. I had just returned from my first trip to Ireland this past summer and was looking for movies and books set in that beautiful country. I found the movie "Falling for a Dancer" and liked it so much I looked for the book. I now want to read the rest of Diedre Purcell's books. She is a talented writer.

Good book

I was delighted that I had finally found this book. I had tried several times before several years ago and it was not available in the US. I read it the moment it arrived and was not disappointed. Like all books made into movies, several plot elements in the book were different than the movie, but I was not disappointed. Loved it.

Loved the movie. Loved the book.

Loved the movie. Loved the story. Well done Deirdre. A love story at its best with a twist. This book led me to her others.

Wow this book is great! I really like the author and how she lays out a great story! I certainly would buy her books.

Super story.

Bought second hand in good condition.It's my favourite book I just wanted to get a 2nd copy because mine is falling apart from rereading.

This is a book that I have read at least 3 times, but this copy was bought as a present for a friend going into hospital, I hope she enjoys it as much as I do

This book kept me riveted, cant wait for the next to arrive

Set in the old wilds of Ireland this love story is full of emotion and torment.If you like those types of ingredients you will like this book.

A very good book . Couldn't wait turn the next page I was lost in time . Would thoroughly recommend this book

This hardback copy of an old book is in excellent condition. I have found that the book isa gripping read and "hard to put down" Most enjoyable!

Great book, arrived in good time for a Birthday present

C'est une vie de femme dans tous ses aspects que l'auteure décrit avec précision et émotions dans le contexte irlandais des années 30. Une jeune femme prise au piège d'un séducteur qui tombe enceinte et verra sa vie profondément transformée. Un texte de qualité, des personnages attachants, une certaine pression constante dûe au poids des traditions ... Un roman très intéressant ! Une série télévisée en a été tirée en 1998.