Rachel's Holiday

Rachel Walsh has hit rock bottom. At twenty-seven, with a burgeoning addiction to recreational drugs, her life spirals out of control, leading her family to stage an intervention. They send her to Cloisters, Dublin's answer to the Betty Ford Clinic, where Rachel begrudgingly agrees to a stint in rehab. Her dreams of luxurious retreats are quickly shattered as she faces the stark reality of treatment.

Envisioning rehab as a place filled with jacuzzis, gymnasiums, and rock stars going tepid turkey, Rachel's reality is far from glamorous. She is faced with gruelling therapy sessions, toe-curling embarrassments, and stringent regulations that leave little room for the life she knew. Rachel is forced to come to terms with the consequences of her lifestyle, making new connections and confronting old demons.

The experience is a far cry from a holiday. Rachel struggles with her emotions, grapples with her family’s expectations, and endures painfully awkward group sessions. The absence of her ex-boyfriend Luke weighs heavily on her mind, questioning if she's truly ready for a fresh start. Can she reclaim her life and find the strength to build a healthier future?

Rachel’s Holiday is a compelling tale of self-discovery and redemption. Marian Keyes masterfully blends humour and pathos, bringing to life one of her most beloved characters in a story that resonates with authenticity and warmth. This stunning reissue edition is a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction, offering a poignant yet unexpectedly humorous look at addiction, recovery, and the complexities of modern life.