The Story of the Night

A love story full of honesty and truth: Colm Tóibín portrays a difficult relationship during dark times.

Set in Argentina in a time of great change, The Story of the Night is a powerful and moving novel about sex, death, and a man who, as the Falklands War is fought and lost, finds his own way to emerge into the world. From Colm Tóibín, author of Brooklyn and Long Island.

'Beautiful . a thriller, a love story and much more' – Roddy Doyle
'A remarkable achievement . [a] sheer pleasure to read' – The Sunday Times

Richard Garay lives alone with his mother in Buenos Aires, hiding his sexuality from her and the world.

Stifled by a job he despises, he finds himself willing to take considerable risks .

Part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the best of modern literature.

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