As Close as You'll Ever Be

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Rooted in Ireland’s history of internal violence, an inescapable brutality that drags like a shadow for natives and exiles alike, the ‘war of Ireland’ ensues in Seamus Scanlon’s short story collection, As Close As You’ll Ever Be.
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As Close As You'll Ever Be: Stories by Seamus Scanlon

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Overview

Rooted in Ireland’s history of internal violence, an inescapable brutality that drags like a shadow for natives and exiles alike, the ‘war of Ireland’ ensues in Seamus Scanlon’s short story collection, As Close As You’ll Ever Be.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780985319717
  • Publisher: Cairn Press LLC
  • Publication date: 7/16/2012
  • Pages: 162
  • Sales rank: 641,089
  • Product dimensions: 5.25 (w) x 8.00 (h) x 0.37 (d)

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  • Posted December 26, 2012

    As someone who enjoys Irish and Irish American history and cultu

    As someone who enjoys Irish and Irish American history and culture this book was very compelling.  It is written in such a way that combines the poetry of violence with the sarcasm of everyday life, to create both humor and nostalgia.  It is a smooth read, alternating between short and long stories, that will keep the reader engaged.  This is a wonderful piece of literature that is difficult to categorize because it reaches across many genres.

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  • Posted December 23, 2012

    Could not put this book down.  It's not "terrifying" i

    Could not put this book down.  It's not "terrifying" in the traditional sense--rather a chilling read. Victor is a most unforgettable character--full of unique and interesting contradictions. His actions perhaps not as shocking as the stoic, measured reactions to chaos , dysfunction and violence. This book is beautifully written and fast paced. An excellent book--especially for those who love deeply psychological reads!

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    Posted December 9, 2012

    The opening story in this book, a collection of short stories al

    The opening story in this book, a collection of short stories all narrated by the same grim Irish assassin, sets up the reader for a gripping ride through a blood-soaked, Tarantino-esque world where you aren't quite sure what memories are truth. Scanlon's prose grabs you and won't let go: It ties you up, holding you hostage to listen to snippets of lyricism from a shady character whom you know you can't trust--but you couldn't stop even if you wanted.

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  • Posted December 7, 2012

    BUY THIS BOOK!

    Excellent book! This isn’t a book for the faint-hearted. If you have a sensitive stomach, or are easily disturbed by violence...don’t read it.

    I’m not a fan of violent stories, or stories that are graphic in nature for the sake being graphic, but this book was really enjoyable.

    The stories were a glimpse into another aspect of society, a darker side. They don’t justify the behavior, nor do they condemn it. They just reveal it. Many times I found myself completely relating to the protagonist, and enjoying his simple, yet permanent solutions to life’s situations. There was a sense of honor and nobility in the violence, with a side order of human emotion and tenderness.

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