Kevin Barry

Kevin Barry is an Irish writer known for his unique voice in contemporary fiction. His work often blends humor with dark themes, and he has received critical acclaim for his short stories and novels. Barry's notable works include 'City of Bohane,' which won the International Dublin Literary Award, and 'Dark Lies the Island,' a collection of short stories. His writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose and vivid depictions of Irish life.

Books

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  1. 1. City of Bohane

    Cover of 'City of Bohane' by Kevin Barry

    Set in the year 2053, the book is a dystopian tale about the city of Bohane, a place filled with vice, violence, and tribal warfare. The city is controlled by a gangster named Logan Hartnett, who is challenged by his estranged wife Macu and her lover, a rival gang leader. The narrative is filled with colorful characters, rich language, and a unique blend of futuristic and archaic elements, creating a vivid, darkly comic vision of a future Ireland.

  2. 2. Night Boat To Tangier

    Cover of 'Night Boat To Tangier' by Kevin Barry

    "Night Boat To Tangier" by Kevin Barry is a darkly comedic novel that follows two aging Irish gangsters, Charlie Redmond and Maurice Hearne, as they wait in a Spanish port for a ferry that may bring Maurice's estranged daughter back into his life. As they reminisce about their past and contemplate their future, the two men confront their regrets, failures, and the toll that a life of crime has taken on them. With poetic language and a keen eye for detail, Barry explores themes of love, loss, and the human condition in a story that is both haunting and humorous.