Heart's Invisible Furies The

''A bold funny epic'' Observer''Compelling and satisfying . . . At times incredibly funny at others heartrending'' Sarah Winman author of Still Life___Cyril Avery is not a real Avery. At least that''s what his parents make sure to remind him. Adopted as a baby he feels more and more disconnected with the family that treats him more as a curious pet rather than a beloved son.So as a young adult Cyril decides to embark on a quest to find his place in the world. Sometimes misguided and often in the wrong place at the wrong time life has dealt him a difficult hand but Cyril is resolute that he can change things and find the courage to be himself.And in doing so his story will come across that of Catherine Goggin a young pregnant woman finding herself alone and isolated at only sixteen. There is a place in the world for both of them and Cyril is determined to find it.The new novel by John Boyne FIRE is available now.___What readers are saying:''The story of the life of one man told against the backdrop of twentieth century Ireland'' ''Simultaneously heart-breaking funny and life-affirming.''''Fantastic eccentric characters and dark humour is underpinned by a touching love story perfect.''''The saddest and happiest book I have read . . . told with great compassion and ultimately a great love of life.''