In “Becoming Belle,” Nuala O’Connor brings the extraordinary life of Isabel (Belle) Bilton into the mind of her readers. As … More
Tag: ireland
Someone You Know by Brian McGilloway
On my first trip to Ireland, I found myself in a bookstore discovering a number of new authors to me, … More
The Pub across the Pond by Mary Carter
Having returned recently from a wonderful trip to Ireland, I really wanted to love this book. The plot is centered … More
Me and my sisters, by Sinéad Moriarty
I read this book on the recommendation of a patron whose two-word justification: “She’s Irish!” apparently explained everything – meaning … More
John the Revelator, by Peter Murphy
It’s rare these days to come across a story that actually makes me laugh out loud. Peter Murphy’s book was … More
In The Company Of Others: A Father Tim Novel by Jan Karon
After a 3 year absence Father Tim is back. I was heartbroken when the Mitford series ended. I felt like … More
A Star Called Henry by Roddy Doyle
I first found Roddy Doyle through the movie, “The Commitments” and was struck by the raw, funny and bawdy … More
The Pig Did It
National Pig Day will soon be upon us. It’s only 7 days away. To clear up any confusion, it’s a … More
If You Could See Me Now
Everyone needs a little magic in their lives, but for Elizabeth Egan, life is black and white .She’s raising her … More
Declan Hughes mystery series
Ed Loy is the private detective who returns to Dublin and encounters the gritty Irish underworld – many of whom are former school mates or neighbours. Suspenseful and rich with characterization.
