Beloved Irish writer Maeve Binchy has died

[DesertRat]

NOVELIST MAEVE BINCHY has died following a short illness. She was 72.

A favourite in households across Ireland, the prolific writer has published dozens of novels, novellas and collections of short stories, as well as non-fiction works. She sold more than 40 million copies worldwide.

A number of her most-loved books, including Circle of Friends and Tara Road, have been taken to Hollywood and adapted for the big screen.

http://www.thejournal.ie/beloved-irish-writer-maeve-binchy-has-died-aged-72-538914-Jul2012/

[xchrom]

1. May Peace be with her family & friends. Nt

[xmas74]

2. So simple, yet I always loved reading her books.

I always looked forward to them. Wonderful to snuggle up to on a cold and rainy day.

[DesertRat]

4. Me too. I really enjoyed her books

My favorite was Tara Road. RIP Ms. Binchy.

[xmas74]

6. That's a good one.

I think my favorite is either Circle of Friends or Light a Penny Candle.

Either way, she's someone whose books I'd love to introduce my daughter to someday.

[KamaAina]

11. London Transports

about a woman who had to travel to England to get an abortion.

[xmas74]

13. I don't think I've ever read that one.

That's one I'll have to look for!

[monmouth]

3. I am so going to miss her wonderful light reading books. She was so down-to-earth and lovely. RIP.

[greatauntoftriplets]

5. That's sad. I loved her books....

even though she stopped writing a few years ago. A friend saw her speak one time.

RIP, Maeve.

[xmas74]

8. I've heard that she was so warm, down to earth, and

a great storyteller in person.

I'd have loved to have heard her.

[greatauntoftriplets]

10. My friend was quite impressed with her.

I tried to get a ticket for the event, but it was sold out by that time.

[xmas74]

12. I bet it was sold out!

All her interviews she always seemed so warm and open.

[VenusRising]

7. She was one of my favorite authors.

That's so sad.

Thanks for the stories, Maeve.

May joy and peace surround you,
Contentment latch your door,
And happiness be with you now,
And bless you evermore.

[KT2000]

9. Oh dear, RIP

Her books may be considered light reading but she managed to capture the intricacies and complications of relationships so easily. That is what sticks with me long after reading the book.
RIP Maeve Binchy.

[mentalsolstice]

14. Barbara Bush's favorite author

However, I'm not going to fault Maeve for that. She always provided a good light read. Godspeed to her, and warm thoughts to her family.

[JohnnyLib2]

15. Very sad news.

She brought her characters to life so well. Darn, darn.