Foster is a novella by Claire Keegan that explores the themes of family, love, and belonging through the story of a young girl who is sent to live with relatives in rural Ireland.
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Book Blurb
It is a hot summer in rural Ireland. A child is taken by her father to live with relatives on a farm, not knowing when or if she will be brought home again. In the Kinsellas’ house, she finds an affection and warmth she has not known and slowly, in their care, begins to blossom.
But there is something unspoken in this new household—where everything is so well tended to—and this summer must soon come to an end.
About the Author
Claire Keegan is an acclaimed Irish author known for her poignant and beautifully crafted short stories and novellas. Her debut collection, Antarctica, won the Rooney Prize for Irish Literature and was praised for its powerful storytelling.
Her novella Foster received widespread acclaim and won the Davy Byrnes Irish Writing Award. Meanwhile, Small Things Like These was shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2022 and was the winner of The Orwell Prize and The Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year.
Claire Keegan’s writing often explores themes of family, rural life, and human connections, making her a beloved voice in contemporary Irish literature.
What to read next
If you’re a fan of short stories you may also enjoy Larger Than Life by Jodi Picoult and Shine, Pamela! Shine! by Kate Atkinson.
Has Claire Keegan written any other novels?
Claire Keegan has written several other novellas and short story collections. You can find a full list on the link below.
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