A review by ithiliens
The Fourth Island by Sarah Tolmie

5.0

This was lovely and a good decision to read all in one go. Tolmie’s training as a historian shows here very nicely. I loved how interwoven with folklore is into the story; the island itself that recalls Tír na nÓg and the echo of Oisín in the effect the people of the island have on Inis Mór. I was also very happy to see that Tolmie is a poet and how alive poetry is in this. It was delightful to see The Lament of Art O’Leary referenced and indeed to see Nellie compose a keen. I would highly recommend anyone who enjoyed this read Doireean Ní Ghríofa’s A Ghost in the Throat.

I’m glad Tor is publishing these kinds of novellas. A very enjoyable read.