The Birthday Party

Praise for Roisin Meaney * : *
A cracking yarn ... Meaney can excavate the core of our human failings and present it to us, mirror-like on the page ... Which makes her utterly credible, utterly authentic, utterly irresistible * Irish Independent *
A real treat ... [Meaney's] ability to weave stories around a seemingly random cast is simply uncanny ... she wraps her readers in the company and comfort of ordinary strangers * Sunday Independent *
Meaney weaves wonderful feel-good tales of a consistently high standard. And that standard rises with each book she writes * Irish Examiner *
An addictive read with engaging, flawed characters and a unique writing flair that pulls you into the plot from the very beginning and keeps you entranced to the very end * Books of All Kinds *
A thoughtful, engrossing read. Warm and insightful. Roisin Meaney is a skilful storyteller * Sheila O'Flanagan *
It's easy to see why Roisin Meaney is one of Ireland's best-loved authors ... Should you spot this on a bookshelf, grab a copy * Bleach House Library *
Roisin Meaney has once again done herself proud and written a book that should feature on many people's reading lists for this summer ... Do yourself a favour and buy this book * Shaz's Book Blog *
A delightful read about relationships and the complexities associated with family life ... A cosy read for any time of the year, be it in your beach bag or sitting curled up in front of the fire * Swirl and Thread *
This book is like chatting with a friend over a cup of tea - full of gossip and speculation, and all the things that make life interesting * Irish Mail on Sunday *
The perfect example of an author at the pinnacle of her career * Meath Chronicle *