The Little Red Chairs

In Edna O'Brien's poignant novel, The Little Red Chairs, a mysterious stranger, Dr. Vladimir Dragan, disrupts the quiet life of a small Irish town, captivating the heart of the beautiful Fidelma McBride. As she seeks solace from her troubled life, the facade shatters when Dr. Vlad is unmasked as a notorious war criminal, leaving Fidelma to navigate the ensuing disgrace and loneliness. Her journey takes her from Ireland to London and The Hague, culminating in a profound exploration of love, betrayal, and the quest for redemption in a world overshadowed by evil.