Donal Ryan

I am fast becoming a fan of Donal Ryan. He writes stories about people who live simple lives in rural Ireland. However, all lives have their own complexities and problems.
Paddy and Kit Gladney lived a quiet, hardworking life tending the farm of the wealthy landowners, the Jackmans and Paddy was also the local postman. There was respect on both sides. When their only daughter Moll catches a bus and disappers from their lives without a word they are devastated. She appeared a meek, obedient young woman and this was perceived as totally out of character. It is five long years before she returns with little explanation untill a stranger arrives in the village seeking the family. How she had spent the past 5 years then comes to light. The reason for her sudden departure thoughis only revealed to the reader in the latter section of the book.
Although this was a slow burner, I found myself drawn into and captivated by this tale and oh what a beautiful cover.… (more)