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Sinéad Moriarty

    January 1, 1971

    This author discovered a passion for storytelling early, nurtured by a childhood steeped in books and inspired by her writer mother. After university and time spent abroad, she honed her craft as a journalist before dedicating herself to fiction. Her novels are known for their bittersweet comedy, delving into the complexities of relationships and family dynamics with both humor and heart. She has a gift for capturing relatable struggles and emotional journeys, resonating deeply with a global readership.

    Sinéad Moriarty
    About Us
    Good Sisters
    Finding Hope
    Antarctica in British Children's Literature
    The Truth About Riley
    Seven letters
    • 2024

      After losing their beloved mother, the Devlin sisters need each other more than ever.Single parent Louise is trying to help her fragile young daughter to navigate life. So, when the nine-year-old insists on finding out who her father is, Louise organizes a sisters' outing to track down her Italian one- night stand.Meanwhile, due to her teenage sons' sporting success, mother-of- four Julie is anointed Cook-Bottlewasher-and-Cheerleader-in-Chief for the rugby parents' WhatsApp group. Worst. Job. EverFinally, glamorous Sophie is determined that her daughter Jess won't be boy-crazy and image-obsessed like she was. But when things go horribly wrong at a teen party, Sophie and her sisters are forced to take drastic measures to protect Jess's future.Squeezed from every side, Louise, Julie and Sophie want to be good sisters - but sometimes that's easier said than done . . .

      Good Sisters
    • 2023
    • 2022

      The new No. 1 bestselling novel from the author of About Us, Seven Letters and The Baby Trail _______________________ What's another branch on the family tree? Things are finally looking up for Anna. Seventeen miserable years of marriage to man-child Connor have left her drained and ready for a new start. So when they separate, she couldn't be more thrilled to move in with James, a handsome lecturer who is everything her ex-husband is not: kind, thoughtful, and above all, reliable. But Anna and James's kids hate living with the loved-up couple and the new set-up. Their teenage daughters - one a studious high achiever and the other a cool rich girl - have nothing in common. And Anna's wild football-mad nine-year-old son declares war on bookish James. Nobody said step-parenting was easy; Anna and James are about to find out exactly how complicated it can be. Do they have what it takes to make their blended family work? ________________________ 'Yours, Mine, Ours is her best to date . . . a hopeful book, full of love' MARIAN KEYES 'A great read, lots of twists and turns, lots of humour' CLAIRE BYRNE 'A story filled with heart and wit. It's impossible not to root for the characters' RACHAEL ENGLISH 'Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant . . . I was on the edge of my seat to know whether it would all work out in the end . . . Sinéad is a true national treasure' CLAUDIA CARROLL

      Yours, Mine, Ours
    • 2022

      When Riley's dad dies suddenly, leaving behind a mountain of debt, the life she's used to starts crumbling around her. But as strangers step up to help her and her mum, Riley realises that sometimes it is those you least expect who will change your life for the better.

      The Truth About Riley
    • 2021

      The New Girl

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      One of Ireland's best-loved writers brings her storytelling magic to a new generation of readers. 'A story about friendship, hope and courage ... I loved it and couldn't put it down!' Christy Lefteri, The Beekeeper of Aleppo

      The New Girl
    • 2021

      'A charming, laugh-out-loud read' - SUNDAY INDEPENDENT SHORTLISTED FOR THE IRISH BOOK AWARDS 2021 Three couples. One therapist's couch ... Alice and Niall used to be lovers, best friends and parents, in that order. Now they're no longer on the same page or even reading from the same book. Ann thought when she and Ken retired, it would be their second spring. Instead, it feels more like an icy winter. Orla is falling in love with boyfriend Paul, but her complicated past makes her unsure if she can ever be intimate with anyone. Three couples find themselves telling a stranger about the most private part of their lives - their hopes, their disappointments, their awkward realisations. Can they learn to be honest with each other? And what life-changing decisions will be made when they do? 'Such a joy to read . . . a brilliant book' - CLAIRE BYRNE 'Moriarty has perfected the fine dance between light and shade, turning some of the most substantial and challenging of life's realities into compelling, companionable reads' - IRISH INDEPENDENT

      About Us
    • 2020

      Seven letters

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.5(179)Add rating

      Sarah loves being a mother - it defines her. Every year she writes a birthday letter of love to her adored daughter, Izzy, now seven. And after she falls pregnant, she promises Izzy that the arrival of a baby brother will make their family complete. So when she collapses a few months later, the safe happy life Izzy knows is shattered. With Sarah's future, and the future of her pregnancy, in their hands, her husband and sister disagree fiercely about her treatment. The once close family starts to fall apart. The clock is ticking, and the doctors need a decision. Can those who love Sarah get beyond the fog of grief and anger to figure out what's for the best? Can they ever forgive each other for the decisions they make? Will Izzy lose everything she knows and loves?

      Seven letters
    • 2020

      For over a century British authors have been writing about the Antarctic for child readers, yet this body of literature has never been explored in detail. Antarctica in British Children’s Literature examines this field for the first time, identifying the dominant genres and recurrent themes and tropes while interrogating how this landscape has been constructed as a wilderness within British literature for children. The text is divided into two sections. Part I focuses on the stories of early-twentieth-century explorers such as Robert F. Scott and Ernest Shackleton. Antarctica in British Children’s Literature highlights the impact of children’s literature on the expedition writings of Robert Scott, including the influence of Scott’s close friend, author J.M. Barrie. The text also reveals the important role of children’s literature in the contemporary resurgence of interest in Scott’s long-term rival Ernest Shackleton. Part II focuses on fictional narratives set in the Antarctic, including early-twentieth-century whaling literature, adventure and fantasy texts, contemporary animal stories and environmental texts for children. Together these two sections provide an insight into how depictions of this unique continent have changed over the past century, reflecting transformations in attitudes towards wilderness and wild landscapes.

      Antarctica in British Children's Literature
    • 2018

      Our secrets and lies

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      3.8(300)Add rating

      Lucy Murphy is thrilled when her twins receive a scholarship to a prestigious school, envisioning a bright future for them after her own dreams were derailed by an unexpected pregnancy. However, her fixation on their success blinds her to the reality that she is projecting her ambitions onto them, particularly affecting her sensitive daughter. As the pressures of adolescence and social media mount, Lucy remains unaware of the emotional toll her expectations impose. A catastrophic event forces the family to confront uncomfortable truths about their relationships and aspirations. The narrative delves into the complexities of motherhood and the challenges faced by teenagers today. Praised for its heartfelt storytelling and emotional depth, the novel is described as both heart-wrenching and uplifting, with readers captivated by its exploration of difficult subjects. Critics highlight the author’s compelling writing and the warmth that permeates the story, making it a gripping and thought-provoking read that resonates deeply with audiences. The journey of Lucy and her children unfolds with sensitivity, inviting reflection on the balance between dreams and reality in family dynamics.

      Our secrets and lies