The Red Mouth

The Red Mouth by Sheila Armstrong is a haunting and lyrical novel that explores the uncovering of ancient secrets hidden beneath an Irish bog, linking four interconnected lives across time. As discoveries ranging from prehistoric artifacts to a 2,000-year-old female body are made, the narrative delves into the profound effects these finds have on those involved, revealing the mystical and sinister qualities of the bog's deep history. Richly atmospheric, the story invites reflection on the power of uncovering and concealing buried truths.