Slant by Katherine O'Donnell - Paperback - Irish Lesbian Love Story - 1980s AIDS Crisis to 2015 Marriage Referendum - Second Edition - ISBN 9781835940549
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Experience Katherine O'Donnell's groundbreaking novel Slant, a powerful narrative that spans decades, from the devastating AIDS crisis of the 1980s to the pivotal 2015 marriage equality referendum. This paperback edition, the second print, invites you into the life of Ro McCarthy, a woman in her fifties who finds solace in literature and cherished friendships. Despite her personal reservations about marriage, Ro actively campaigns for a 'yes' vote in the 2015 referendum. As the echoes of her activist past resurface, Ro's drive to confront long-standing discrimination transforms into a profound and emotional journey, compelling her to finally address the deep-seated trauma and loss from her younger years. The story journeys back thirty years to a vibrant young Cork woman, Ro, living her dream life in Boston. Undocumented and navigating multiple jobs, she cultivates enduring friendships and discovers love with Jenny. However, this period of joy is shadowed by the increasing deaths of young gay men, many of whom had become her chosen family, hailing from Ireland and beyond. Grief-stricken and shocked, Ro channels her pain into AIDS activism, finding strength and community with others living their lives fully against immense odds. Emerging from this intense period of survival, her deeply moving connection with Jenny becomes a testament to the resilience and perseverance of an often-invisible generation of warriors. Slant is described as a profound and impactful story, delivered from within a supportive community, celebrating the diverse forms of love essential for navigating life's complexities. This edition featuresISBN 9781835940549 and was published on 15th May 2026.
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Slant by Katherine O'Donnell - Paperback - Irish Lesbian Love Story - 1980s AIDS Crisis to 2015 Marriage Referendum - Second Edition - ISBN 9781835940549 is a product from New Island, currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal (2 offers in total). Prices range from €11.00 to €12.95 depending on retailer.
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It is currently listed by 2 Irish retailers on GetLocal, with 2 offers in total.
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