Published by Penguin Group, Viking Genres: Adult Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction
Format: ARC, eBook
The Queen of Dirt Island is a book that I wasn’t sure about in the beginning. I didn’t think I was going to enjoy it at all. Then, it was as if this book silently walked up behind me, tapped me on the shoulder and grabbed my attention. Initially, I struggled with the short chapters and writing style but was soon won over. To say that this book grew on me is an understatement.
The Aylward women of Nenagh have an interesting relationship. They argue, they fight, they stand up for each other, they support each other, they love each other as only people do who have a tight bond. I enjoyed their family unit and how they live in their own safe place. They face trials, heartbreak, family drama, love, and regret.
This book about four generations of women living in one home. The book begins after a baby is born and a father dies. It shows the life of a grandmother, the life of single mother, the life of her child, and her child. I loved their strong bonds and the descriptions of the community and surrounding areas in which they live. While I initially struggled with the writing, in the end, I savored it.
This was my first book by Donal Ryan and I look forward to reading more of his books in the future.
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Thank you to PENGUIN GROUP Viking, Viking and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.