The Last Days of Joy
Will be published approx. on 30. March 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
400 pages
978-1-3997-1405-1 (ISBN)
Description
EVERY FAMILY HAS SECRETS. SOME ARE JUST BETTER AT HIDING THEIRS...
'You will fall in love with every one of the Tobin family' Edel Coffey
'Smart and highly perceptive, this is a writer who is not afraid to tell it as it is. The Last Days of Joy is a brave and profoundly honest book, written with dark humour' Kathleen McMahon
'A really engaging, raw, page turner of a novel about family, dysfunction & how the past always catches up with you' Sinead Moriarty
MEET THE TOBIN FAMILY ...
Conor, the high-achieving CEO and media darling
walking a fine line between self-promotion and self-destruction
Frances, the 'perfect' middle child
on the verge of making a mistake that could destroy her marriage.
Sinead, the acclaimed writer
driven to desperate measures to deliver another guaranteed bestseller to her publisher.
And their mother, Joy
with one last devastating secret to share
As Conor, Frances and Sinead gather to say goodbye to Joy, they finally come to understand her past, and the woman she became.
The Last Days of Joy is a powerful, unforgettable story about family and dysfunction, heartbreak and healing, and how it's never too late to forgive those you love, and yourself.
'Authentic, deeply moving and full of hope, this book broke my heart a little' Jacqueline Bublitz, bestselling author of Before You Knew My Name
'You will fall in love with every one of the Tobin family' Edel Coffey
'Smart and highly perceptive, this is a writer who is not afraid to tell it as it is. The Last Days of Joy is a brave and profoundly honest book, written with dark humour' Kathleen McMahon
'A really engaging, raw, page turner of a novel about family, dysfunction & how the past always catches up with you' Sinead Moriarty
MEET THE TOBIN FAMILY ...
Conor, the high-achieving CEO and media darling
walking a fine line between self-promotion and self-destruction
Frances, the 'perfect' middle child
on the verge of making a mistake that could destroy her marriage.
Sinead, the acclaimed writer
driven to desperate measures to deliver another guaranteed bestseller to her publisher.
And their mother, Joy
with one last devastating secret to share
As Conor, Frances and Sinead gather to say goodbye to Joy, they finally come to understand her past, and the woman she became.
The Last Days of Joy is a powerful, unforgettable story about family and dysfunction, heartbreak and healing, and how it's never too late to forgive those you love, and yourself.
'Authentic, deeply moving and full of hope, this book broke my heart a little' Jacqueline Bublitz, bestselling author of Before You Knew My Name
Reviews / Votes
The Last Days of Joy examines family, mental health and motherhood and is already being described as a worthy successor of Meg Mason's Sorrow And Bliss * Irish Independent * The Last Days of Joy is a page turner, portraying the madness and messiness of family life. This novel is full of humanity, its cast of characters all at the centre of tragedy, but coupled with Tiernan's deliciously dark humour and sharp observations on modern life--it works brilliantly. I loved it! * Elaine Feeney * Moving, funny, sharp, and beautifully written, The Last Days of Joy is an absolutely stunning debut. I laughed and cried my way through and can't wait to read the next Anne Tiernan * Andrea Mara * A bittersweet tale of family betrayal and healing that will keep you engrossed to the last word * Irish Mail on Sunday * This is Tiernan's first novel, but you wouldn't know it from the skilled storytelling, and the real wisdom that lies alongside a vein of dark humour * Sunday Independent * This darkly funny and heartfelt debut ... shines a light on that most universal of things - the complicated family dynamic * Womans Way * The Last Days of Joy is a solid debut of fluent prose, discerning insights and colourful characterisation. Each of the siblings is distinctly drawn; Tiernan has a nose for engrossing scenarios that will keep readers turning the pages * Irish Times * The Last Days of Joy is a powerful and thought-provoking read that delves into the complexities of family life and mental health yet somehow remains uplifting * Irish Independent *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Castleknock
Ireland
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
n/a
Dimensions
Height: 232 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
500 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-3997-1405-1 (9781399714051)
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Person
Born in Zambia, Anne Tiernan grew up in Navan, County Meath. She studied English Literature and Psychology at Trinity College Dublin and spent seven years working in banking. Anne left Ireland with her husband in 2004 to travel the world, arriving in New Zealand in 2005 where they still live - now with three children together.
She is author of two novels: The Last Days of Joy, which was shortlisted for the Kate O'Brien Award 2023, and The Good Mistress.
She is author of two novels: The Last Days of Joy, which was shortlisted for the Kate O'Brien Award 2023, and The Good Mistress.