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Sebastian Barry

The Secret Scripture

A compelling narrative that explores the life of Roseanne McNulty, an elderly woman living in a mental institution in Ireland, as she reflects on her past and the secrets she has kept. A beautifully written and moving story that fans of Dublin Dreams will appreciate for its richly drawn characters and evocative sense of place.

John Boyne

The Heart's Invisible Furies

A sweeping epic that follows the life of Cyril Avery, adopted as a baby in 1940s Dublin and raised by eccentric wealthy parents. As Cyril grows up, he grapples with his identity, sexuality, and the secrets of his past. A powerful and moving story about love, loss, and the search for belonging, The Heart's Invisible Furies is a must-read for fans of Dublin Dreams who enjoy complex characters and richly detailed settings.

Brian Moore

The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne

A haunting and deeply moving novel about a middle-aged woman, Judith Hearne, who lives a lonely and isolated life in 1950s Belfast. When she falls in love with a charismatic but untrustworthy man, she must confront the secrets of her past and the limitations of her own desires. A powerful and moving exploration of loneliness, desire, and the search for meaning, The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne is a must-read for fans of Dublin Dreams who enjoy character-driven narratives and vivid depictions of Irish life.

Anne Enright

The Gathering

A powerful and moving novel about a woman, Veronica Hegarty, who returns to her childhood home in Ireland to attend the funeral of her brother. As she grapples with her family's complicated history and the secrets of her own past, she must confront the forces that have shaped her life. A rich and complex portrait of family, identity, and the weight of the past, The Gathering is a must-read for fans of Dublin Dreams who enjoy character-driven narratives and vivid depictions of Irish life.