Where Are the Kings

In this tender and humorous novel by Irish Book Award winner Donal Ryan, eleven-year-old Jack navigates the tumultuous years of adolescence amidst the aftermath of his mother’s mysterious death. As he is introduced to a lively, complex family hiding secrets about his mother's disappearance and his father's institutionalization, Jack's journey of self-discovery unfolds against a backdrop of love, loss, and change. With his world turned upside down, Jack questions what it means to understand himself and the people around him, making for a powerful exploration of family and identity.