Nóinín
Nóinín by Máire Zepf, published by Cló Iar-Chonnacht in 2019, is a poignant exploration of teenage relationships and trust. This edition, written in Irish and spanning 277 pages, follows the story of Nóinín, a shy and reserved teenager who finds herself deeply infatuated with a young man she meets online. As her feelings grow, she begins to distance herself from her best friend, Eimear, leading to a dramatic turn when Nóinín disappears after their first offline meeting.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of heartbreak, self-blame, and the complexities of trust in relationships. Eimear’s struggle with her friend’s sudden absence raises questions about the nature of friendship and the risks involved in online connections. The story captures the emotional turmoil of adolescence, highlighting the vulnerability and challenges faced by young individuals navigating their feelings and relationships.
Official synopsis Publisher
Casann Nóinín, déagóir cúthail, ar fhear óg ar an idirlíon. Níl sé cosúil leis na gasúir ar scoil: tuigeann sé go smior í, agus titeann sí i ngrá. Ní maith léi am a chaitheamh lena cara is fearr, Eimear, níos mó – tá sí go huile is go hiomlán gafa. Nuair a théann sí chun casadh leis an fhear óg, ní thagann sí ar ais. Cuireann Eimear an milleán uirthi féin. Nochtann an sceon, an briseadh croí, agus leochaileacht an duine. Léigh scéal Eimear agus í ag dul i ngleic le ceisteanna faoi iontaoibh a bheith agat as daoine agus as an saol=Nóinín is a shy, reserved teenager. When she meets a young man online, she knows he isn’t like the others boys at school: he understands her totally and she falls for him, head over heels. She doesn’t have much time anymore for her best friend, Eimear – she’s hooked on her newfound love. When Nóinín ventures out to meet him offline, she never comes back. Heartbroken, Eimear blames herself for Nóinín’s disappearance. How can anyone know who to trust?
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