kimlockhartga@beige.partyJust finished reading John of John, by Douglas Stuart (Shuggie Bain, Young Mungo) and the author's signature style is strong. In addition to "sturm und drang" angst, and gradually unfolding scandalous secrets, we even get a little Gaelic. Effectively told saga of dysfunctional family dynamics within an insular community. It does require your patience and time.
Next up, we leave the islands off the coast of Scotland to visit the Emerald Isle, in Land, by Maggie O'Farrell (Hamnet). The setting is 19th century Ireland, so you know what that means.
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@kimlockhartga @bookstodon Ooh I’m lining up the O’Farrell for later in the year when I am in the right mood for it, she’s brilliant!
@sarahmatthews @bookstodon It's easily my favorite book of the year, and I haven't even finished it yet.
@kimlockhartga @bookstodon Wow, that’s quite a recommendation!