The Lodgers
A story of secrets, friendship, and unexpected connections
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Atlantic Books
Published:27th Jul '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This heartwarming tale explores the lives of three strangers in one house, revealing secrets and connections in The Lodgers.
In The Lodgers, the intertwining lives of three strangers unfold within the walls of a single house, each carrying their own burdens and secrets. Tessa, a 69-year-old activist, finds herself needing help after an unfortunate fall. To regain her independence, she opens her home to two lodgers, offering them a place to stay without charge. This decision sets off a chain of events that will change all their lives forever.
Conn, one of the lodgers, is grappling with profound grief after the recent loss of his brother. He views the opportunity to stay in Tessa's home as a chance for redemption. However, his past weighs heavily on him, and the arrival of Chloe complicates matters further. Chloe, initially there to deliver a package, ends up staying in the house but harbors a strong aversion towards Conn, especially as he remains secretive about his nightly outings.
As the trio navigates their new living arrangement, they each hold onto their secrets, leading to a buildup of tension. The mysterious package, meant for Tessa's daughter who has been missing for a decade, becomes a symbol of hope and unanswered questions. In The Lodgers, friendship, community, and the quest for truth intertwine, ultimately leading to revelations that could bring healing and closure to their lives.
Heartwarming * Daily Mail *
Such a joyful read, written with wit, compassion and humour - and the characters are all so relatable. Throughout the chaos, sadness and uncertainty, hope, community and friendship shine through. I defy anyone to read this without turning the final page with a great big smile on their face! -- Ruth Hogan
This moving, funny, and charming novel is reminiscent of Maeve Binchy; what an absolute joy it was to read -- Louise O'Neill
Romantic, witty and very engaging. A heartwarming read. -- Patricia Scanlan
Both laugh aloud and emotional ... epitomises true family, friendship and home. It's fabulous. * My Weekly *
A sumptuous holiday read ... an endearingly oddball cast of characters, a lovely romance, and several intriguing mysteries, all in one gorgeous package -- Beth Morrey
Immersive, captivating, and full of heart, I fell in love with The Lodgers. A story that's deeply moving but also laugh out loud funny, this is Eithne Shortall at the absolute top of her game. -- Andrea Mara
Ideal summer read ... Expertly balances the joys and absurdities of everyday life with its tragedies ... by turns hilarious and heartbreaking ... Shortall excels in witty, character-driven plots ... you will find it hard to put down * Irish Independent *
I just adored The Lodgers. An evocative setting, page-turning plot and characters that will stay with you long after you turn the final page. Utterly wonderful. -- Becky Hunter
Packed with plot and character ... uplifting ... full of faith in collective action and the power of the many * Sunday Business Post *
With its rich cast of delightful characters, and a plot that swoops effortlessly from humour to tragedy and back again, The Lodgers is a warm embrace of a novel. A wonderfully life-affirming read.
-- Emma RousShortall achieves that Marian Keyes feat of deftly weaving serious topics into her books, with a lightness of touch that never feels preachy * Irish Times *
A brilliantly observed, life-affirming story of friendship, community and hope. Prepare to be touched and tickled in equal measure * Sunday Independent *
I adored this. I love how effortlessly Shortall writes different people and makes them so very real. -- Maia Dunphy
ISBN: 9781838951894
Dimensions: 234mm x 153mm x 33mm
Weight: 695g
464 pages
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