Caoilinn Hughes

Orchid & the Wasp by Caoilinn Hughes delivers a stunning debut that intricately weaves together themes of ambition, family dynamics, and societal upheaval with an astute eye and a biting wit. The novel follows the indomitable Gael Foess, a witty and resourceful young woman whose journey takes her across Dublin, London, and New York. As she navigates the glittering yet...

OLWEN. NELL. MAEVE. RHONA. MEET THE FLATTERY SISTERS. Superb is the only word for this novel. – Irish Times Surprising and delightful... The Alternatives made me laugh, cry, and think. – Louise Kennedy, author of Trespasses Four gifted Irish sisters confront an uncertain future in this dazzling novel from a major literary talent. Perfect for fans of Jonathan Franzen, Maggie...

Equal parts hilarious and profound, The Alternatives is a powerful new novel about four gifted Irish sisters, from a major literary voice. Perfect for fans of Jonathan Franzen, Maggie O'Farrell, and Claire Vaye Watkins. Olwen was plunged prematurely into adulthood when her parents died in tragic circumstances. She and her three younger sisters—each single, each with a PhD—are now in...

EQUAL PARTS HILARIOUS AND PROFOUND, The Alternatives IS A POWERFUL NEW NOVEL ABOUT FOUR GIFTED IRISH SISTERS, FROM A MAJOR LITERARY VOICE. PERFECT FOR FANS OF JONATHAN FRANZEN, MAGGIE O'FARRELL AND CLAIRE VAYE WATKINS. Olwen was plunged prematurely into adulthood when her parents died in tragic circumstances. She and her three younger sisters – each single, each with a PhD...

NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED TITLE FOR 2020 BY THE FINANCIAL TIMES, THE IRISH TIMES, THE MILLIONS & RTÉ 'Extraordinary... A book of wicked intelligence and tender heart.' - Max Porter, author of Lanny It's 2008, and the Celtic Tiger has left devastation in its wake. Brothers Hart and Cormac Black are waking up to a very different Ireland – one...