From the #1 Irish bestselling author of When All is Said and Listening Still comes a haunting, exquisitely written story of enduring love that asks us - would you ever give up on trying to find your child, if they vanished without a trace?
Anne Griffin Books
January 9, 1969
Anne Griffin is a celebrated Irish novelist whose works delve into the depths of the human experience. Her writing is distinguished by its emotional resonance and insightful exploration of the complexities of relationships and the inner lives of her characters. Griffin masterfully captures the essence of human emotion, examining themes of loss, love, and the search for meaning. Her prose, often described as poignant and honest, leaves a lasting impression on readers, evoking profound reflection.
One unremarkable afternoon, Rosie watched her daughter Saoirse cycle into town, expecting to hear the slam of the door when she returned a few hours later. But the slam never came.Eight years on, after an extensive investigation into her disappearance, Rosie is the only person who stubbornly believes that her child might still be alive. When Rosie receives a call from her father, asking her to return home for the summer, she is forced out of her limbo. Life on the island of Roaring Bay revives old rivalries, but it also brings new friendships and unexpected solace.Yet, when a sudden glimmer of hope appears, Rosie is forced to face an impossible question: is she right to think that Saoirse is still alive? Or will her belief that her daughter will one day return to her come at the cost of everything she has left?
When all is said
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
THE NUMBER ONE IRISH BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE SUNDAY INDEPENDENT NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2021 DUBLIN LITERARY AWARD 'A rare jewel' John Banville 'A genuine page-turner' Donal Ryan 'This is how you tell a story' Cecelia Ahern At the bar of a grand hotel in a small Irish town sits 84-year-old Maurice Hannigan. He's alone, as usual - though tonight is anything but. Over the course of this evening, he will raise five toasts to the five people who have meant the most to him. Through these stories - of unspoken joy and regret, a secret tragedy kept hidden, a fierce love that never found its voice - the life of one man will powerfully and poignantly be laid bare. 'A book to savour and pass on. An absolute joy' Sunday Mirror 'A rich and moving story, a poetic voice and unforgettable character in Maurice' Elle
Listening Still
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
THE TOP TEN IRISH BESTSELLER 'Absorbing and heartwarming' Irish Times 'A wonderfully unexpected tale of life, death and everything in between' Graham Norton Seventeen years ago, Jeanie Masterson chose duty over love, giving up the chance of a new life in London with her childhood sweetheart to work in the family undertakers in her small Irish town. Now, when Jeanie's parents suddenly announce their plan to retire and leave the business to her and her husband, it brings long-silenced doubts about her job, her marriage and her future to the surface. Faced once again with a choice between stability and freedom, can Jeanie find the courage to listen to her own voice? 'Warm and funny, full of lovely characters and poignant moments.' Good Housekeeping 'Ireland's long line of magical storytellers is further enriched by Anne Griffin . . . An outstanding read' Sunday Express
Fünf Drinks, fünf Menschen, ein ganzes Leben. Der hochgelobte Nr.-1-Bestseller aus Irland In einer irischen Kleinstadt sitzt Maurice Hannigan, 84 Jahre alt, an einer Hotelbar und blickt auf sein Leben zurück. Fünf Mal wird er im Lauf der Nacht sein Glas erheben, um auf die Menschen anzustoßen, die ihm am meisten bedeutet haben: seinen Bruder Tony, der jung verstarb, seine geliebte Tochter Molly, seine Schwägerin Noreen, der er vieles zu verdanken hat, seinen Sohn Kevin, der mittlerweile in den USA lebt – und seine Frau und große Liebe Sadie. Maurice erzählt von Momenten der Freude und des Zweifels. Und von der Tragödie seines Lebens, die er vor allen verborgen hielt... Ein Roman über Liebe und Verlust. Traurig und tröstend zugleich hallt die Stimme seines Helden noch lange nach.
«Eine wunderbar unerwartete Geschichte über Liebe, Tod und alles, was dazwischenliegt.» Graham Norton Jeanie Masterson ist die Tochter des Bestatters in dem beschaulichen irischen Städtchen Kilcross. Von ihrem Vater hat sie die Gabe geerbt, mit den Verstorbenen sprechen zu können und deren letzte Wünsche entgegenzunehmen. Diese Fähigkeit verleiht ihr einen besonderen Status, zugleich bedeutet sie aber auch eine große Bürde: Denn sie muss entscheiden, welche Botschaften sie den Verbliebenen übermittelt und welche sie lieber für sich behält. Als ihre Jugendliebe Fionn nach London geht, fühlt Jeanie sich zum Bleiben verpflichtet, weil sie hier in Kilcross gebraucht wird. Aber vergessen kann sie ihn nie. Anne Griffin porträtiert eine junge Frau, hin- und hergerissen zwischen Pflichtgefühl und ihrem Wunsch nach Befreiung und Selbstbestimmung. Ein fesselnder und herzerwärmender Roman über das Leben, das Sterben und das, was das Leben lebenswert macht.
