Vengeance

In John Banville's latest novel, Quirke is drawn into a complex and deadly feud between the powerful Delahaye and Clancy families after a mysterious sailing incident leaves one man dead and the other claiming suicide. As Detective Inspector Hackett and Quirke delve deeper into the investigation, they confront a cast of intriguing characters, including the deceased's calculating widow and his enigmatic twin sons. With the revelation of further shocking events, Quirke must uncover lurking secrets to prevent additional tragedies in this gripping tale set against the backdrop of Ireland's coastal tumult.