Glass Houses
Glass Houses by Melanie Murphy, published by Hachette Ireland on April 6, 2023, is a reissue that spans 320 pages. This fiction work explores the challenges faced by Jenna Walker, who finds herself without a job, a boyfriend, or a place to live, leading her to seek refuge with her sister. Meanwhile, Rosie Walker grapples with her own struggles, feeling overwhelmed and longing for a change in her life. The narrative unfolds as the sisters reluctantly engage in a community garden project initiated by their neighbor, David, inspired by his late wife.
As the story progresses, readers will witness the transformative power of connection and collaboration. The garden project serves as a backdrop for Jenna and Rosie to confront their personal challenges and foster new friendships. Through their shared experiences, they begin to heal old wounds and discover the potential for growth and hope in their lives. This edition of Glass Houses invites readers to reflect on themes of family, friendship, and the importance of community in overcoming life’s obstacles.
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‘A wonderfully empathetic exploration of human frailties and our capacity to heal … brutally truthful and beautifully uplifting’ Sophie White
‘Moving, unexpected and compassionate’ Louise O’Neill
‘A heartfelt reminder of the importance of connection – to nature, to others, to ourselves’ Calum McSwiggan
Jenna Walker has suddenly found herself with no job, no boyfriend, nowhere to live – and she’s been wondering for a while now if, apart from her beloved cat Bertie, she has anything to live for. The last thing she wants is to turn up on her sister’s doorstep, but that feels like her only option…
Rosie Walker spends a lot of her time thinking about the life she used to have. These days she’s stretched too thin, and she’s not sure she can cope with taking care of another person. If only one thing in her life would work out the way she wants it to…
David is Rosie’s next-door neighbour. A retired doctor, he has had a big idea, one inspired by his late wife June: a community garden project for those who are struggling.
The sisters reluctantly agree to take part, even though they’re sure it’ll be a waste of time. How could fixing up an overgrown plot of land make anyone’s life better? But as the group works together to bring the garden back to life, new friendships blossom and old wounds start to heal. And Jenna and Rosie come to realise that the world around them might have more to offer than they had once believed.
From the author of bestseller If Only, Glass Houses is a heartfelt, uplifting novel about family, growth, friendship and hope.
‘Evocative, emotional and visceral’ Briana Morgan
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