14/04/2026
Do the ghosts of the past truly fade away?
Old God's Time by Sebastian Barry is a poignant and beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of memory, the lingering impact of past traumas, and the fragile nature of truth.
Tom Kettle, a retired policeman, is living out his days in a quiet nursing home by the sea. His peaceful existence is disrupted when two young detectives arrive, reopening a cold case from decades ago – one that has unsettling connections to Tom's own history and the devastating loss he has carried for years. As he is drawn back into the shadows of the past, Tom must confront his most cherished memories and question everything he thought he knew.
Old God's Time is a powerful and moving exploration of aging, grief, and the enduring power of the human heart.
It’s waiting to be borrowed - and we have so many other page-turners ready to be discovered at Narberth Library! 😊
