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"The Wonder" is a novel by Donal Ryan that was longlisted for the International Dublin Literary Award and won the An Post Irish Novel of the Year 2020. It follows the story of Moll Gladney, who disappears in 1973 and returns five years later, bringing with her a sense of loss and redemption. The novel explores themes of love, alienation, and the power of forgiveness. It has received critical acclaim for its tender and beautiful writing, with many reviewers praising Ryan's ability to create something new and beautiful from the fragments of broken lives.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 240 pages
\n Publication date: 13 May 2021
\n Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
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Winner of the An Post Irish Novel of the Year 2020, Longlisted for the International Dublin Literary Award, RACHEL JOYCE's novel is a masterpiece of storytelling. Set in 1973, it follows the journey of twenty-year-old Moll Gladney, who takes a morning bus from her rural home and disappears. Her parents, Paddy and Kit, are left in a state of bewilderment and despair, facing the unbearable prospect of never seeing their daughter again.

Five years later, Moll returns, bringing with her a mysterious package that will change the course of her family's life forever. Beautifully and devastatingly, this exploration of loss, alienation, and the redemptive power of love reaffirms Donal Ryan as one of the most talented and empathetic writers at work today.

The novel is praised for its tender and beautifully written prose, which captures the full range of human emotions. It explores the beauty and sorrow of life, reminding readers of the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love to heal wounds.

Several reviewers have highlighted the exquisite craftsmanship of Ryan's writing, noting his ability to gather together the fragments of broken lives and make something new and beautiful from them. Rónán N Hession, author of WHEN ALL IS SAID, describes the novel as "exquisite . . . beautiful," while Anne Griffin, author of WHEN ALL IS SAID, praises it as "outstanding ... tender and beautifully written."

In conclusion, RACHEL JOYCE's novel is a must-read for anyone who appreciates fine storytelling and the exploration of complex human emotions. It is a testament to Donal Ryan's talent as a writer and his ability to create characters that are both relatable and unforgettable.

\n Weight: 170g\n
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781784163044\n \n