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The Wardrobe Department
by Elaine Garvey
Thank you NetGalley and Canongate for this eCopy to review
Mairéad works tirelessly in the wardrobe department of a run-down West End theatre in London. Her days are filled with mending shoes, fixing zips, and handwashing underwear. Despite her skill and growing experience, she feels stuck between her demanding job and the life she left behind in Ireland. As she navigates the challenges of backstage life, including avoiding inappropriate behaviour from colleagues and dealing with a bullying producer, Mairéad struggles to find her true identity and the courage to change her present circumstances. The story beautifully captures her journey of self-discovery and the tension between her past and present.
The Wardrobe Department is a poignant and beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of Mairéad's life. Elaine Garvey's prose is both sharp and tender, capturing the emotional struggles of a young woman caught between two worlds. The depiction of the theatre world is vivid and authentic, adding depth to the narrative.
A heartfelt story and insightful character development.
Mairéad works tirelessly in the wardrobe department of a run-down West End theatre in London. Her days are filled with mending shoes, fixing zips, and handwashing underwear. Despite her skill and growing experience, she feels stuck between her demanding job and the life she left behind in Ireland. As she navigates the challenges of backstage life, including avoiding inappropriate behaviour from colleagues and dealing with a bullying producer, Mairéad struggles to find her true identity and the courage to change her present circumstances. The story beautifully captures her journey of self-discovery and the tension between her past and present.
The Wardrobe Department is a poignant and beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of Mairéad's life. Elaine Garvey's prose is both sharp and tender, capturing the emotional struggles of a young woman caught between two worlds. The depiction of the theatre world is vivid and authentic, adding depth to the narrative.
A heartfelt story and insightful character development.