I am too A.D.D. to focus on an audio book but I would love to hear a voice with a real Irish lilt reading this. Noa at age 17 has abandoned his priesthood preparation and returned to his grandparents home in the Irish village of Faha. It is the 20th century everywhere else in the world but Faha is rich with old traditions and eternal characters. Also staying with Noa's grandparents is Christy. In his 60's, he is in Faha to get everything ready for the arrival of electricity - not a change welcomed by everyone. He is also hoping to correct an "error of the heart". The story is actually a simple coming of age story which is secondary to the exquisite writing. Rich - maybe a little too rich - with detail, The place, the people, so very present. Every page has some observation or insight that makes you stop and ponder and want to discuss - love, faith, tradition, family, rain... It is sure to frustrate anyone looking for a quick read.
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