PROPHET SONG

Prophet Song by Paul Lynch is a dystopian novel set in a near-future Ireland descending into authoritarianism. The story follows Eilish Stack, a mother of four, as she struggles to keep her family safe amid escalating political repression and civil unrest. Lynch’s unconventional narrative style—featuring continuous prose without paragraph breaks—intensifies the sense of claustrophobia and urgency experienced by the characters. The novel draws inspiration from contemporary global conflicts, such as the Syrian Civil War, and serves as a poignant commentary on the fragility of democracy and the human cost of political turmoil. Prophet Song was awarded the 2023 Booker Prize and became Ireland’s bestselling book of the year, resonating with readers worldwide.