Nora Webster – Colm Tóibín

Set in a small Irish town in the 1960s, Nora Webster follows the titular widow, who is left to raise four children after the death of her beloved husband. As Nora struggles with grief and financial troubles, she contends with the invasive nature of her tight-knit community. Gradually, she finds a way to reclaim her strength and independence, giving voice to her own desires and dreams. This critically acclaimed novel has been lauded for its subtlety and emotional depth, cementing Tóibín’s reputation as one of contemporary literature’s most brilliant writers. It was shortlisted for the 2015 Folio Prize.