Book review: Tragicomedy with a very unsettling narrative

This is a very dark tale highlighting the tragedy of mental health struggles and the toxic side of celebrity fandom

Tanya Sweeney is a journalist and a regular contributor on Irish radio and TV. Picture: Ruth Medjber

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 - 01:00

Mairéad Hearne

Esther is Now Following You
Tanya Sweeney
Penguin, €15.99

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