The Colony: A Novel

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“Luminous.” —Jonathan Myerson, The Guardian
“Vivid, thought-provoking.” —Malcolm Forbes, Star Tribune

In 1979, as violence erupts all over Ireland, two outsiders travel to a small island off the west coast in search of their own answers, despite what it may cost the islanders.

It is the summer of 1979. An English painter travels to a small island off the west coast of Ireland. Mr. Lloyd takes the last leg by currach, though boats with engines are available and he...