One of my favorite things in the world is a well written, big fat book with a great story that I can't put down.

A car dealer in rural Ireland runs up against the 2007-2008 recession, his business is in trouble, and his and his family's lives start to implode. Dickie, his wife Imelda, and his children Cass and P.J. are forced to confront the lies they have been telling themselves and each other. Each of their lives changes dramatically, and merge in a surprising twist at the end that leaves the reader hanging a bit.

The integration of the stories of each of the characters is really well done. The chapters shift between the characters' points of view while successfully carrying the plot throughout the book. Each character's voice is distinct from the others and each personality is well realized.

This is about what happens when people, especially within a family context, choose not to communicate with each other, and how destructive that can be. The book is also pretty funny.