Paris-based author Kathleen Curtin draws inspiration from Irish childhood

A west Limerick writer living in Paris for the past 26 years still draws heavily on her Irish background for inspiration.

UCC graduate Kathleen Curtin has published several short stories, but last Thursday, she launched her debut thriller, Madame Lune, at Cork City Library.

Reflecting on her influences, she said:“I was lucky to grow up on a small farm in west Limerick within the Sliabh Luachra region, an area steeped in music, dance, and storytelling.