Book review: Oona Frawley brings readers on a raw exploration of the past

As both her parents are now dead, Frawley feels able to tackle the thorny subject of her father’s alcoholism, his struggles as an actor, and her mother’s reasons for enduring dysfunction for so long
Author Oona Frawley’s delicate memoir skilfully confronts her father’s impact on her life.

Author Oona Frawley’s delicate memoir skilfully confronts her father’s impact on her life.

Sun, 01 Jun, 2025 - 13:56
Paul Whitington

  • This Interim Time 
  • Oona Frawley 
  • Lilliput, €16.95

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