Tara Road: A Novel

Authors: Binchy, Maeve
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: FIC044000, FIC045000, FIC019000
ISBN: 9780440337690, Related ISBNs: 0385333951, 0385335121, 0385341814, 0440235596, 0440337690
Classification: Fiction
Number of pages: 656,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “A tender novel of the pleasures and pitfalls of friendship Tara Road is an ultramodern love story for women, about women, between women that is sure to delight.”—Newsday

New York Times bestselling author Maeve Binchy has captured the hearts of millions with her unforgettable novels. Binchy's graceful storytelling and wise compassion have earned her the devotion of fans worldwide--and made her one of the most beloved authors of our time. Now she dazzles us once again with a new novel filled with her signature warmth, humor, and tender insight. A provocative tale of family heartbreak, friendship, and revelation, Tara Road explores every woman's fantasy: escape, into another place, another life. "What if . . ." Binchy asks, and answers in her most astonishing novel to date.

Praise for Tara Road

“Her best work yet . . . Tara Road is like a total immersion in a colorful new world, where the last page comes too soon.”Seattle Times 

“An irresistible tale.”Elle

“Engrossing.”Wall Street Journal

“Difficult to put down!”Denver Post

“One of Binchy's best.”Kirkus Reviews
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