Book Review: A fresh perspective on Belfast

Rachel Connolly's 'Lazy City' is about relationships, drink and drug culture, family ties, religion and explores the ways young people negotiate them

'Lazy City' is Rachel Connolly's debut novel. From Belfast now living in London, her essays have appeared in publications including 'The New York Times' and 'The Guardian'.

• Lazy City 
• Rachel Connolly 
• Canongate, €17.50 (Stg£14.99)