So, I mentioned to DH how much I've enjoyed listening to A Prayer For Owen Meany on Radio Four this week (it's my favourite book) and in a rare moment of philanthropy, he went out and bought me ....

[Sniggerdoon]

A book by Irvine Welsh.

"I knew it was Irvine, Irving, something. I kept thinking Govan, but then I remembered Irvine!".

Is it the thought that counts? Is it?

Still got the receipt ??

God, I wish.

It's a signed copy of "If you liked school, you'll love work", and it has ebay writ large in its future.

that's quite sweet

had forgotten how much I like his books - must dust some off!

Sorry, ramona, before I embrace you as a potential friend - whose books?

Irving? Or Irvine?

Oooh i've loved listening to it too but had to pick DS1 up today early as had swimming so will have to listen again.

LOL!

I also love a Prayer for Owen Meany

may have to re-read it again!

You could always counter by giving him "A Widow For One Year" and say that's what you'll be if he buys you any more Irvine Welsh books...

lol

John Irving

Yes, wilbur, I may well use your suggestion...

are you able to listen to that now on iplayer or something??

I loved that book too.