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Roddy Doyle

A Star Called Henry

This is the first book in Roddy Doyle's 'The Last Roundup' series, which follows the life of Henry Smart, an Irish revolutionary, through the tumultuous events of the 20th century. In 'A Star Called Henry', we see Henry as a young boy growing up in poverty in Dublin, and eventually becoming a soldier in the Irish Republican Army.

Roddy Doyle

Oh, Play That Thing

The second book in 'The Last Roundup' series, 'Oh, Play That Thing' follows Henry Smart to America, where he becomes a musician and becomes involved in the world of jazz and gangsters in Chicago during the 1920s.

Anne Enright

The Gathering

This Man Booker Prize-winning novel by Anne Enright tells the story of a large Irish family coming together for the funeral of their brother. The novel explores themes of memory, family, and the legacy of the past, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

Sebastian Barry

The Secret Scripture

This novel by Sebastian Barry tells the story of Roseanne McNulty, an elderly woman living in a mental institution in Ireland. Through her secret memoirs, we learn about her life and the events that led to her being committed. The novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the troubled history of Ireland, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

John Banville

The Book of Evidence

This novel by John Banville tells the story of Freddie Montgomery, a middle-aged man who has committed a violent crime. The novel explores themes of guilt, memory, and the nature of truth, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

Roddy Doyle

The Commitments

This novel by Roddy Doyle tells the story of a group of young working-class Dubliners who form a soul band. The novel explores themes of music, community, and identity, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

Roddy Doyle

The Snapper

This novel by Roddy Doyle tells the story of Sharon Rabbitte, a young woman who becomes pregnant and must deal with the consequences. The novel explores themes of family, community, and identity, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

Roddy Doyle

Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha

This novel by Roddy Doyle tells the story of a young boy growing up in Dublin in the 1960s. The novel explores themes of childhood, family, and community, much like 'The Last Roundup' series.

Sebastian Barry

A Long Long Way

This novel by Sebastian Barry tells the story of