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When All is Said

The Number One Irish Bestseller
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When All is Said by Anne Griffin is a deeply moving novel where an elderly Irish man, Maurice Hannigan, reflects on his life. Over a single night in a bar, he raises five toasts to the five people who shaped him, revealing secrets, memories, and the profound impact they each had on his journey. It's an evocative exploration of love, loss, and redemption.
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You might find this book appealing if you enjoy deeply emotional narratives that explore themes of reflection and the power of personal stories. It provides a moving and intimate look into one man's life, filled with love, regret, and ultimately, a profound sense of humanity. If you're drawn to character-driven tales that linger long after reading, this could be the perfect fit for your next read.

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When All is Said

Five toasts. Five people. One lifetime.

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Five toasts. Five people. One lifetime.

'This is how you tell a story' - Cecelia Ahern

'An extraordinary novel, a poetic writer, and a story that moved me to tears.' - John Boyne

'I'm here to remember - all that I have been and all that I will never be again.'

At the bar of a grand hotel in a small Irish town sits 84-year-old Maurice Hannigan. He's alone, as usual - though tonight is anything but. Pull up a stool and charge your glass, because Maurice is finally ready to tell his story.

Over the course of this evening, he will raise five toasts to the five people who have meant the most to him. Through these stories - of unspoken joy and regret, a secret tragedy kept hidden, a fierce love that never found its voice - the life of one man will be powerfully and poignantly laid bare.

Heart-breaking and heart-warming all at once, the voice of Maurice Hannigan will stay with you long after When All is Said.

'A hugely enjoyable, engrossing novel, a genuine page-turner.' - Donal Ryan

'Beautifully written, unhurried and thoughtful, and a character you love from the off' - Kit de Waal

'Masterful storytelling' - Graham Norton

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Anne Griffin's When All is Said has been praised for its extraordinary and poetic storytelling, moving some readers to tears. The narrative is beautifully written, with an unhurried and thoughtful pace, featuring a character that readers fall in love with instantly. It has been described as a hugely enjoyable and engrossing novel, a genuine page-turner with masterful storytelling. The character of Maurice Hannigan is considered rare and unforgettable, and Griffin's debut is seen as the work of a writer with a promising future.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473683020

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 198g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Anne Griffin's first novel When All is Said was a Number One bestseller in Ireland in 2019 and chosen as the Sunday Independent Newcomer of the Year in the An Post Irish Book Awards. It was also shortlisted for the John McGahern Annual Book and the RSL Christopher Bland prizes. Her second novel Listening Still was also a bestseller in Ireland. Her work has been published in 23 territories. The Island of Longing is her third novel. She lives in Co. Westmeath, Ireland.

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