Kildare County Library Service
“So many books, so little time.”
Author: John Banville Genre: Adult - Mystery Reviewer: Kevin - Athy / Castledermot Library Synopsis: While spending some rest time at his fathers’ home, D.I. St John Strafford is directed to attend the horrific murder of Ballyglass parish priest Tom Lawless; whose body was found at the home of the once influential family of Ballyglass; The Osborne’s. Not only… Continue reading Snow
Author: Megan Miranda Reviewed by: Aoife, Newbridge library Genre: Adult Fiction Synopsis Everyone knows the story of the girl from Widow Hills ...When Arden Maynor was six years old, she was swept away in a terrifying storm and went missing for days. Against all odds, she was found alive, clinging to a storm drain. Fame… Continue reading The Girl From Widow Hills
Author: Olive Sharkey Genre: Non-fiction Reviewed by Elaine Patterson, Newbridge Branch/Headquarters Age Range: Adult This short book focuses on an overview of country life during the 1800s to 1930s, and on the everyday crafts used during that time period. The book contains many detailed illustrations and photographs of common tools and vessels used during… Continue reading Irish Country Life
Author: Steven Baker Genre: Historical fiction. Reviewed by Elaine Patterson, Newbridge Branch/Headquarters Age Range: Adult Synopsis: Born into loving family in Famagusta, Yasmin is caught up in the violence that rips her community apart. In the chaos that follows, baby Yasmin is separated from her family, never to see them again. Adopted, she is… Continue reading A Lost Child of Cyprus
Author: Tara Westover Genre: Adult Non-Fiction Reviewed by: Ann , Athy Library This is a difficult read, not because of the language but because of the content. It’s actually impossible to put down because you have to get to the end to see how Tara Westover’s story finds its culmination. This is a memoir of… Continue reading Educated
