The Light at Evening by Kevin McManus - Contemporary Fiction Paperback

Dive into 'The Light at Evening,' a poignant contemporary fiction novel by Kevin McManus. This tender and lyrical story, reminiscent of Claire Keegan and Colm Tóibín, explores themes of grief, memory, and the quiet moments of grace that shape a life. Set in rural Ireland, it follows Ciarán, an unfulfilled poet and teacher grappling with loss and responsibility, as he navigates the stillness between dusk and night, finding a gentle illumination and a new way of enduring.

• A tender and lyrical exploration of grief, memory, and finding meaning in everyday life.
• Set against the backdrop of rural Ireland, evoking the rhythms of nature and community.
• Written in a style praised for its empathy, honesty, and keen awareness of life's small rituals.
• Features a protagonist caught between duty and dream, haunted by loss and the possibility of what might still be found.
• Offers a poignant reflection on enduring and the fragile moments of grace that shape existence.

• Author: Kevin McManus
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Publisher: The Book Social
• Publication Date: September 10, 2026
• Print Length: 304 pages
• ISBN-10: 1918291780
• ISBN-13: 978-1918291780
• Item Weight: 500 g
• Dimensions: Not specified
• EAN: 9781918291780
• Release Date: 10 Sep 2026

'The Light at Evening' is a beautifully written novel that captures the extraordinary beauty within ordinary lives. It's a must-read for fans of literary and contemporary fiction seeking a deeply empathetic and resonant story.