My Name Is HardlyBook Two of the My Temporary Life Trilogy edition by Martin Crosbie Literature Fiction eBooks
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A beautiful girl goes missing and may not want to be found,
A soldier is given his last and most important mission,
A vow is made to a dying friend.
In 1996, Northern Ireland is one of the most dangerous places in the world.
The government calls it a state of unrest, the people living there call it the time of "The Troubles".
Gerald "Hardly" McDougall is a forgotten man. He's abused, bullied, and left behind. The only escape left is to join the British Army. At first, he's a reluctant soldier. Then, everything changes when tensions in Northern Ireland escalate and the Army need a man with a particular set of characteristics. Hardly's assignment takes him into the heart of the troubles where he lives in the same houses as the IRA soldiers he's fighting against.
"My Name Is Hardly"takes the reader on a spellbinding twenty year journey through Hardly's life-from the beginning, when he leaves Scotland and joins the Army, to the tragic final days when he embarks on a search to find the only woman who can answer all of his questions.
Follow-up to the #1 Bestseller, "My Temporary Life"-easily enjoyed as a standalone novel.
My Name Is HardlyBook Two of the My Temporary Life Trilogy edition by Martin Crosbie Literature Fiction eBooks
I read "My Temporary Life" by Martin Crosbie when it first came out. Waiting for the sequel "Hardly" I read "My Temporary Life" a second time (I never read a book twice) and was even better the second time! I was really looking forward to Martin's next book, "Hardly", and was delighted when it was released. Well, it did not let me down and I know I will be reading it again while waiting for the third and final book in the Trilogy."Hardly", to my surprise was filled with a bit of historical fiction (though accurate) which I was I enjoyed (I read a lot of historical fiction). But that's is not all it was.
As I read it I saw the loyalty and intimacy among friends and family, precious, no matter the cost.
Based on the military in Northern Ireland it is also filled with passion and is a read for all.
Martin's descriptions really 'take you there' and are beautifully written reinforcing the passion contained in the book. Actually enough so that I found myself writing excerpts into my journal!! (not a usual occurence for me)
All in all a profound and passionate piece of work.
Upon finishing "Hardly" I feel as though I've lost a best friend and since then have not found a replacement (am always reading at least one book but any book I pick up I put back down finding no interest in it. (resenting Martin Crosbie a bit for):-)
And so, I am awaiting the next book. Maybe I will just re-read "Hardly" next.
BTW-I read many free Kindle books found on Amazon. That is how I found "My Temporary Life". However, I was more than happy to pay for "Hardly".
I will be more than happy to pay for future books from this author.
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My Name Is HardlyBook Two of the My Temporary Life Trilogy edition by Martin Crosbie Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
I purchased this book at the suggestion of a friend, not knowing if I could get into it. To my delight, I was hooked from the very first chapter. Although this is not my normal genre, I quickly became engrossed in the story and wanted to know more about Hardly, his mates and his life.
The story of Hardly is set in the time of the "The Troubles" in the mid 1990's in Northern Ireland. After a painful and abuse-filled childhood, Hardly enlists in the British Army and is stationed in Ireland as a loft-sitter with a few of his fellow Scotsmen.
Hardly is not the normal, larger-than-life hero that one expects, but a normal, average guy that is just trying to get through life. He is of shorter stature, which makes him perfect for the role of a loft-sitter. From this premise, the story unfolds with page after page of riveting narrative and dialog which keeps the reader turning the page to see what happens next. From Hardly's childhood through his military career and to ultimately searching for his friend's sister behind enemy lines, this story will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The characters are well-developed and the writing/grammar is top-notch. Although this is a work of fiction, the historical accuracy is also another item that gives this book a solid 5-stars.
If you have not read the first book in this series, have no fear. "My Name is Hardly" is perfectly written as a stand alone book and one that you will be sure to enjoy.
Well, I must admit that I started to read this some time ago but couldn't get passed the first chapter. I am claustrophobic. The first chapter deals mostly with 2 men in a small attic, and anxieties forced me to put the book away.
I have since read a collection of short stories by Martin Crosbie, and this included the first chapter or so of the book that preceded this one, "My Temporary Life." I was enamored by Mr Crosbie's style of writing, so I decided to give "My Name is Hardly" one more chance—and I am so glad I did!
This is a Coming of Age novel of sorts, but the main character is already a young man. Hardly is a broken young man, a loner, a man without dreams. As he is "growing up," the author weaves in suspense, humor, and strengthening bonds of friendships and love. I enjoyed reading it so much, and now I am looking forward to reading "My Temporary Life."
Although I thoroughly enjoyed My Temporary Life, I LOVED My Name is Hardly, the second book in the trilogy. We follow Hardly as he matures, overcoming his abusive childhood and becoming a thoughtful, loyal friend to his Army mates. His relationship with Malcolm and Alex is shown in glimpses here as well.
Mr. Crosbie's continued evolution as a writer is highly evident. The structure of this story is so well done, alternating between Hardly's current location, crouched in an an Irish attic, with memories of his past. I never experienced difficulty recognizing the shifts, skilfully crafted!
My favorite aspect of this story is the tone. Although Hardly faces many bleak experiences, the overall feeling is one of hope. Yes, lie may hand him difficult moments but there are also moments of happiness, comfort and affection to be found and Hardly realizes this. Although he could have grown to be a man full of bitterness and suspicion, Mr. Crosbie has thankfully chosen to portray him as one who embraces the good things, especially the good people, in his life. So should we all.
I highly recommend this book. Great read!
I read "My Temporary Life" by Martin Crosbie when it first came out. Waiting for the sequel "Hardly" I read "My Temporary Life" a second time (I never read a book twice) and was even better the second time! I was really looking forward to Martin's next book, "Hardly", and was delighted when it was released. Well, it did not let me down and I know I will be reading it again while waiting for the third and final book in the Trilogy.
"Hardly", to my surprise was filled with a bit of historical fiction (though accurate) which I was I enjoyed (I read a lot of historical fiction). But that's is not all it was.
As I read it I saw the loyalty and intimacy among friends and family, precious, no matter the cost.
Based on the military in Northern Ireland it is also filled with passion and is a read for all.
Martin's descriptions really 'take you there' and are beautifully written reinforcing the passion contained in the book. Actually enough so that I found myself writing excerpts into my journal!! (not a usual occurence for me)
All in all a profound and passionate piece of work.
Upon finishing "Hardly" I feel as though I've lost a best friend and since then have not found a replacement (am always reading at least one book but any book I pick up I put back down finding no interest in it. (resenting Martin Crosbie a bit for)-)
And so, I am awaiting the next book. Maybe I will just re-read "Hardly" next.
BTW-I read many free books found on . That is how I found "My Temporary Life". However, I was more than happy to pay for "Hardly".
I will be more than happy to pay for future books from this author.
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