Melanie Murphy creëert opbeurende verhalen, ondergedompeld in warme magische realisme, met vaak onvergetelijke personages en verkenningen van parallelle levens. Haar schrijven duikt in familiebanden en de nuances van de menselijke ervaring met een onderscheidende, boeiende stem. Naast fictie biedt Murphy inzichtelijke non-fictie, waarin ze levenslessen en belangrijke sociale kwesties behandelt met openhartige observaties. Haar werk resoneert door de mix van fantasievolle verhalen en doordachte commentaren.
Mia Rossi's deep connection to the ocean becomes undeniable when her family relocates to Long Beach, Long Island. In this coastal town, she encounters Claire Benicek, whose presence significantly impacts Mia's journey. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery and the transformative power of relationships against the backdrop of the sea, highlighting how the ocean not only shapes Mia's identity but also her connection with others.
Two sisters. One overgrown garden. And a journey of hope. Glass Houses is a heartfelt, uplifting novel about family, growth, friendship and love.
Erin is about to turn thirty and her life is definitely not where she thought it would be. She hates her job, she's jealous of her perfect flatmate and she has just called off her wedding. She's trying (sort of) to make a fresh start and get things 'on track' finally, but where to begin? A trip home to Ireland to celebrate her birthday with her beloved grandmother is a welcome distraction, but what she's not prepared for is the gift she receives: a secret family heirloom that will change everything. There are so many questions that have been keeping Erin from moving forward. Should she have married Dan? Would she be happier if she lost weight? Was turning down her dream job the giant mistake she's always feared it was? And now she might have a way to find the answers, and a clear path to the life she's always dreamed of. But as Erin gets caught up in one 'if only' after another, is she missing out on all the things her real, present-day life is offering her? If Only, the wonderful debut novel by Melanie Murphy is full of heart, humour, second chances, and a sprinkle of magic.
A warm, illuminating memoir full of wit and wisdom that doubles up as a life guide for millennials - by Irish YouTuber Melanie Murphy