Book review: Debut worth a watchful eye

'Frogs for Watchdogs' is both funny and sad. The last few pages left our reviewer, normally an impassive reader, in tears of happiness
Book review: Debut worth a watchful eye

Seán Farrell’s impressive first outing takes place in 1988 Ireland. Picture: Darek Novak

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025 - 01:00
Alannah Hopkin

  • Frogs for Watchdogs 
  • Seán Farrell 
  • New Island, €16.95 

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