âIreland produces writers the way some countries produce footballers, and the latest is John Patrick McHughâSunday Times
âOne of the most exciting writers working in Ireland todayâ SALLY ROONEY, author ofNormal People
On an island off Irelandâs west coast strange things are afoot: two teenage boys set fires while their worlds fall apart, a couple drive out to the hills in a last-ditch effort to save their marriage, a widow seeks a strangerâs help to bury her grief and a horse crashes a house party. Adrift in the treacherous waters of small-town boredom, the residents reach out with love and cruelty, desperation and hope, in their pursuit of connection.
is a bitterly funny, surprising and profoundly moving short story collection that crackles with the thrilling energy of a bold new literary voice, John Patrick McHugh.Pure Gold
âFull of stylish brioâ Colin Barrett, author ofYoung Skins
âHilarious, shocking, and disturbingly well-observedâVanity Fair
âSearing ⌠John Patrick McHugh joins an illustrious generation of talented writersâIrish Times
âSavagely funnyâ Nicole Flattery, author ofShow Them a Good Time
âRefreshing and ambitiousâ Lisa McInerney, author ofThe Blood Miracles