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From an unforgettable new voice in Irish fiction, a heart-pounding, life-affirming story about one woman trying to leave her marriage and start over. For fans of Claire Keegan and Louise Kennedy.
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On a bright spring afternoon in Dublin, Ciara makes a split-second decision that will change everything. Grabbing an armful of clothes from the washing line, Ciara straps her two young daughters into her car and drives away. Head spinning, all she knows for certain is that home is no longer safe.
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It was meant to be an escape. But with dwindling savings, no job, and her family across the sea, Ciara finds herself adrift, facing a broken housing system and the voice of her own demons. As summer passes and winter closes in, she must navigate raising her children in a hotel room, searching for a new home and dealing with her husband Ryan's relentless campaign to get her to come back. Because leaving is one thing, but staying away is another.
ISBN: 9781761423239
Author(s): Roisin O'Donnell
This novel is intended for adult readers, particularly those interested in contemporary fiction that addresses social justice, domestic abuse, and women's resilience. It is suitable for readers who appreciate emotionally intense narratives grounded in real-life issues, such as housing insecurity, motherhood, and coercive relationships. Book clubs and readers who favour character-driven stories with psychological depth and societal commentary will find this novel especially compelling.
The book is written at an adult reading level, using accessible yet evocative language. While the prose is straightforward, the novel's themes are complex and emotionally charged, requiring a mature reader able to engage with issues of emotional manipulation, trauma, and personal survival. The narrative structure and tone are reflective, offering insight into the protagonist’s internal world while confronting broader systemic challenges.
