An easy read but not sure worth all the hype especially as her traumatic past was not really explored.

A small town broken by teenagers and the importance of sport where there is little else.

A mix of Usual Suspects, Shawshank Redemption and Arabian Nights. Despite the length a real page turner with underlying political Napoleon rumblings. #This is my only entry pre-pregnancy but possibly one of my favourite books of all time so had to include!

Growing up in Ireland with religion, homophobia and politics but also love and family.

True grit and perseverance and what one can achieve despite huge barriers and family troubles.

Funny man who says things as it is but also about simple acts of kindness.

So harrowing but yet also a story of love and friendship with life‘s ups and downs.