Shadows on our Skin

(Paperback)

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Recognised as a small masterpiece when first published in 1977, and shortlisted for the Booker Prize. A poignant novel about a boy in Derry jolted into early adulthood by harsh circumstances.

Reviews

Masterly -- Penelope Lively * The Sunday Times *
She has created a world of her own... of such material is the finest literature made -- Derek Mahon * Irish Times *
A bittersweet demonstration of the impossibility of love... shot through with a luminous magic -- John Walsh * Independent *
Superbly executed... both enchanted and enchanting * Daily Telegraph *

Author Bio

One of the foremost Irish writers of her generation, Jennifer Johnston's many awards include the Whitbread and the Evening Standard Best First Novel Award.