A review by hileahrious
Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe

adventurous dark informative reflective fast-paced

5.0

An incredible work both journalistically and literarily. It is structured so well that it reads like a novel, and the amount of work and research that goes into that is remarkable. Unfortunately for the “characters,” it is indeed non-fiction. I knew very little about the Troubles (let alone the Belfast Project), and this book really gives you a well-rounded history of all the complexities, rooted in the injustice of occupation, while also honoring the individual stories and tragedies with meticulous detail and empathy. A highly recommended read for history’s sake, as well as for giving perspective on the evils of occupation and the trauma that ensues from violence and hatred.