The Returned

Set in a picturesque village shrouded in dark secrets, this emotionally charged crime novel follows Nancy as she grapples with a devastating fire, loss, and the mysterious return of a son believed to be dead. Recalling a night she replays endlessly, she encounters a compelling detective who brings her past and present together. Praised for its intricate plot, vivid characters, and evocative writing, the story is a powerful exploration of secrets, motherhood, and redemption from a rising voice in Irish crime fiction.