THE TOP TEN IRISH BESTSELLER

''Absorbing and heartwarming'' Irish Times

''A wonderfully unexpected tale of life, death and everything in between'' Graham Norton

Seventeen years ago, Jeanie Masterson chose duty over love, giving up the chance of a new life in London with her childhood sweetheart to work in the family undertakers in her small Irish town.

Now, when Jeanie''s parents suddenly announce their plan to retire and leave the business to her and her husband, it brings long-silenced doubts about her job, her marriage and her future to the surface. Faced once again with a choice between stability and freedom, can Jeanie find the courage to listen to her own voice?

''Warm and funny, full of lovely characters and poignant moments.'' Good Housekeeping

''Ireland''s long line of magical storytellers is further enriched by Anne Griffin . . . An outstanding read'' Sunday Express