In Her Place

Edel Coffey is like an Irish Jodi Picoult! Her hugely anticipated second novel, In Her Place, examines “the other woman” conundrum from two different perspectives. It’s propulsive, thought-provoking and unputdownable – Marian KeyesIt’s an incredible read of despair, love, hope and betrayal. I thoroughly enjoyed it – Liz NugentEdel Coffey goes right to the heart of human relationships, examining what truly matters to us and how far we might go to secure our dreams. An emotionally complex, compelling and thought-provoking story – Jane CaseyEdel’s second novel is a wild and twisty ride - and, like her debut, guaranteed to get readers talking – Catherine Ryan HowardA thought-provoking thriller with a brilliant premise - this one is going to be a Book Club favourite in 2024! – Louise O’NeillGripping! – Elaine FeeneyWith a brilliant premise and non-stop pace, In Her Place is a stellar example of dilemma-noir. Clever, fresh, dark and thought-provoking - I gulped it down – Andrea MaraA page-turning, twisty, captivating thriller – Sinead MoriartyA slow burning, yet very creepy, thriller that will leave you wondering ‘what would I do?’ * Best *Coffey’s characters are authentic, flawed and human – John Boyne * Daily Mail *An effectively intimate examination of deceit, desperation and mortality … Intelligent use of shifting perspectives gradually reveals a tale rife with lies and curveballs. Readers should make provisions to be astounded, angry and fixated in equal measure * Hot Press *A captivating read with lots of twists * Business Post *An absorbing read that will draw you in and have you blurring your moral stance on “the other woman” * Irish Mail on Sunday *Readers are sure to be obsessed with arguing about who is right and wrong * Irish Times *Coffey is adept at mixing the propulsive page turner with sharp social commentary … A high-concept read that asks difficult but compelling questions * Irish Independent *Dilemma noir! It will have book clubs debating long into the night * VIP Magazine *Original and fascinating * Woman’s Way *

Edel Coffey is an Irish journalist and broadcaster. She has worked as a presenter and reporter with RTE Radio, editor of the Irish Independent Weekend Magazine and books editor of the Irish Independent. She is a regular contributor to The Irish Times and RTE Radio One. Her debut novel, Breaking Point, was a No.1 Irish bestseller, was shortlisted for Best Debut and won Best Crime Novel of the Year at the An Post Irish Book Awards. Her second novel, In Her Place, was also a No.1 Irish bestseller and was shortlisted for the RTE Radio 1 Listeners’ Choice Award. In Glass Houses is her third novel. Coffey lives in Galway with her husband and children.

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