Books like Jeden Freitagabend by Maeve Binchy
Every Friday night, a lilac-colored minibus departs Dublin for the country town of Rathdoon, carrying seven weekend commuters. The ride brings together a bank porter, a doctor's daughter, and others, each with their own stories and secrets. In Rathdoon, family histories and village gossip intertwine, revealing betrayal, crime, and new dreams for those aboard. The journey becomes a microcosm of Irish village life, where social customs and hidden affairs surface as passengers cross the bus and the road.
The story captures the rhythms of Irish commuters, the contrast between urban Dublin and rural Rathdoon, and the personal dramas that unfold in the shared space of the minibus.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Maeve Binchy
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