Book review: Ageing sleuth fights old and new demons

'The Children of Eve' will undoubtedly hook die-hard Parker fans and leave them eagerly asking what’s next for their favourite private detective
Book review: Ageing sleuth fights old and new demons

John Connolly’s popular Charlie Parker series spans 22 novels. File picture: Rober Solsona/ Europa Press/ Getty 

Sat, 24 May, 2025 - 01:00
Chloe Barrett

  • The Children of Eve 
  • John Connolly
  • Simon and Schuster, €17.99

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