I’m not always huge on short stories but I really got into these. I think they’re so interesting and important as depictions of the early 1900s Dublin middle class and there’s so much to learn about the culture and society, for example, the importance of music. I felt so connected to my roots (even though my family aren’t from Dublin, but I think it’s just the portrait of Ireland generally that resonates). I have to also say I listened to the audiobook in the car on my commute to work which was read by Andrew Scott and wow…just wow!!