Leonard and Hungry Paul

Ronan Hession

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Melville House Publishing
23 June 2021

Fiction & Literature; Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

A disarming novel that asks a simple question- Can gentle people change the world?

A disarming novel that asks a simple question- Can gentle people change the world?

In this charming and truly unique debut, popular Irish musician Ronan Hession tells the story of two single, thirty-something men who still live with their parents and who are . . . nice. They take care of their parents and play board games together. They like to read. They take satisfaction from their work. They are resolutely kind. And they realize that none of this is considered . . . normal.

Leonard and Hungry Paul is the story of two friends struggling to protect their understanding of what's meaningful in life. It is about the uncelebrated people of this world - the gentle, the meek, the humble. And as they struggle to persevere, the book asks a surprisingly enthralling question- Is it really them against the world, or are they on to something?

By: Ronan Hession
Imprint: Melville House Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 208mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 272g
ISBN: 9781612199085
ISBN 10: 1612199089
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 23 June 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ronan Hession is an Irish writer and musician based in Dublin. As Mumblin' Deaf Ro, he has released three albums of songs, and his most recent album, Dictionary Crimes, was nominated for the Choice Music Prize for album of the year. Leonard and Hungry Paul is his first novel, and was shortlisted for an Irish Book of the Year award.

Reviews for Leonard and Hungry Paul

Praise for the UK edition of Leonard and Hungry Paul ... British Book Awards 2020 Debut Book of the Year Finalist Irish Book Awards 2019 Newcomer of the Year Finalist This quietly brilliant book is as funny as it is wise, as tender as it is ground-breaking. Ronan Hession mines for gold in the modest lives and ordinary friendships that might appear unpromising to another writer, and my goodness, he finds it. It is also a happy book -- and we need those. -- Diane Setterfield, author of The Thirteenth Tale A charming, warm-hearted celebration of all that is treasurable about everyday life. -- The Guardian Charming without being twee, this funny, warm book will bring you sunshine. -- The Irish Times 'God, what a voice Ronan has. It is spectacular and already feels like a cult classic. I was absolutely hooked.' -- Donal Ryan, The Spinning Heart For a book that defies convention I would heartily recommend Leonard and Hungry Paul. It's as simple as it is unique ... a celebration of kindness and having enough and being content -- and living a life devoid of high drama and conflict. It's very funny, and well-written, poetic in places. But above all it's kind, a celebration of often overlooked people. -- Kit de Waal, author of My Name Is Leon