Brooklyn by Colm Toibin, is a coming of age story set in the 1950’s. Eilis is an Irish girl who comes to Brooklyn for work and finds unexpected love. It is a story that sneaks up on you slowly, as the characters develop and grow.

A quiet and straightforward novel that packs an emotional punch. Eilis is torn between two countries and two men, searching for a place to call home. A beautifully written book, a great read.