Silver Swan

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Set in 1950s Dublin, the story follows Quirke, a pathologist grappling with personal loss and his sobriety. After being asked to investigate the apparent suicide of Deidre Hunt, he becomes entangled in a dark web of drugs and illicit affairs that could involve his own daughter, Phoebe. The narrative delves into themes of grief, addiction, and moral conflict, offering a psychologically rich and immersive experience that builds on the foundation laid in Christine Falls.