The Truth Must Dazzle Gradually

A beautiful bittersweet story of love, loss and families all set in the most irresistible of locations. Tears were shed! -- Graham Norton A moving and powerful novel from one of Ireland's finest new writers -- John Boyne Such a true gift of a novel, with its sumptuous forward momentum, and rare precision, and inspired imagery. The Truth Must Dazzle Gradually generates a very bright light, one that is human, graceful, and healing. It's an absolute pleasure to read -- Sebastian Barry Just loved it . . . so moving on motherhood, depression, family ties and Ireland -- Annie Macmanus A beautiful story. I was gripped and held in a state of love for all the characters -- Sarah Winman, <i>Sunday Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Tin Man</i> I devoured this, falling in love with the setting and with every character - and when I reached the end, I wept. It is just glorious. A sweeping family safe and, at the same time, a close-up on the everyday beautiful details that make up love -- Emma Flint, author of <i>Little Deaths</i> We are seduced by the story of the star-crossed lovers * Sunday Times * Cullen's quietly devastating second novel is both a family saga and a careful exploration of the reality of living with mental health issues * i paper * A beautiful meditation on family life in Ireland -- Elaine Feeney, <i>Irish Times</i> An extremely moving read. Handles the complexities of love, grief, family life and mental illness with sensitivity and depth. A truly gorgeous novel. -- Ali Land, author of <i>Good Me, Bad Me</i>