Old Romantics by Maggie Armstrong is DCU Book Club's featured book in February 2025. Maggie joins us as special guest for an 'in conversation with' event. Venue to be confirmed.
About the Book
In Old Romantics, Maggie Armstrong presents a gripping collection of interconnected short stories that explore the complexities of love and human nature. From a woman's obsessive pursuit of a man who cut in line to the unsettling aftermath of a child left alone on a beach, these tales weave a tapestry of romance both fresh and faded. Armstrong’s narrators, flawed and enigmatic, navigate a landscape where affection intertwines with deception. With sharp observations and dark humor, this astonishing debut delves into the shifting sands of desire and disappointment.
‘As for the prose, you could bathe in it. The details, the clever turns of phrase. A ticking clock is “strict, censorious, like a clacking tongue”. A heart bangs “like a broken toy”.’ – Niamh Donnelly, Irish Times
About the Author
Maggie Armstrong is an emerging literary voice whose work has captivated readers in esteemed publications such as the Dublin Review, The Stinging Fly, and Banshee. Her writing garnered notable recognition when she was long-listed for the 2023 Irish Book Award. Based in Dublin, Armstrong continues to explore and expand the boundaries of contemporary literature with her keen observations and compelling narratives.
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