Synopses & Reviews
A highly topical novel about terrorism influenced by the author's childhood in 1960s/1970s Northern Ireland
Desperate to escape his predetermined existence, Danny decides to break out from life in Northern Ireland, and move to London. He then meets Piper, a friendly and outgoing American girl on a quest of her own. Two very different worlds are thrown together as Danny is willingly absorbed into unfamiliar territory. However, the Hammersmith Bridge is then bombed, Piper disappears without a trace, and Danny finds himself the center of a police investigation, hounded by whispers of the IRA. Dark, yet humorous, Danny and Pipers story is one of dysfunctional parenting, clashing motives, and 20-somethings negotiating love and big city life.
Synopsis
'A compelling and entertaining romp... thoroughly engrossing.' --Patricia Wood, shortlisted for the 2008 Orange Prize
'A beautifully paced and balanced novel.' --Seamus Deane, Booker Prize shortlistee
Desperate to escape his predetermined existence, Danny decides to break out from life in Northern Ireland, and move to London. He then meets Piper, a friendly and outgoing American girl on a quest of her own.
Two very different worlds are thrown together as Danny is willingly absorbed into unfamiliar territory. However, when the Hammersmith Bridge is bombed, Piper disappears without a trace and Danny finds himself the centre of a police investigation, hounded by whispers of the IRA.
Dark and humorous, Danny and Piper's story is one of dysfunctional parenting, clashing motives and twenty-something's negotiating love and big city life.
Perfect for fans of Vince Flynn, Tom Clancy and Brad Thor
Synopsis
Ahighly topical novel about terrorism influenced by the author's childhood in 1960s/1970s Northern Ireland
Desperate to escape his predetermined existence, Danny decides to break out from life in Northern Ireland, and move to London. He then meets Piper, a friendly and outgoing American girl on a quest of her own. Two very different worlds are thrown together as Danny is willingly absorbed into unfamiliar territory. However, the Hammersmith Bridge is then bombed, Piper disappears without a trace, and Danny finds himself the center of a police investigation, hounded by whispers of the IRA. Dark, yet humorous, Danny and Piper s story is one of dysfunctional parenting, clashing motives, and 20-somethings negotiating love and big city life."
About the Author
Damian McNicholl is the author of A Son Called Gabriel, which was an ABA Booksense Pick and Lambda Literary Awards finalist. He has appeared on CBS, NPR, Between the Lines, and Irish Radio Network USA's Adrian Flannelly Show among others to discuss his work. He lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.