Book review: What is the cost of privilege?

Elizabeth Day’s smart writing expertly weaves the tales of five major characters in the political-themed narrative in 'One of Us'
Book review: What is the cost of privilege?

Even though Elizabeth Day’s 'One of Us' is a sequel to her novel 'The Party', it is a standalone story, and can be read as such.

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 - 01:00
Deirdre McArdle

  • One of Us 
  • Elizabeth Day 
  • 4th Estate, €16.00 

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