The Wexford Trilogy

by Billy Roche

Set in a local dilapidated snooker hall, A HANDFUL OF STARS tells the story of Jimmy Brady, a young Wexford tearaway who refuses to abide by the rules and regulations that are applied in this so-called man's world, and his innocent sidekick, Tony, who yearns to belong; a world that is inhabited by a worn-out boxer, a contrary caretaker, an obnoxious loudmouth and a wily detective. Jimmy bucks the system every chance he gets, and everything is hunky dory until his girlfriend, Linda, ditches him, which drives him over the edge. Jimmy goes on the rampage with a shotgun, robbing a little corner shop and hitting a young cop with the butt of the gun. In the final scene he is holed up like a fugitive in the pool hall as he waits for the detective to come and get him.

Genres: Irish Literature

72 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

Reviews

[Rosemary Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

The nooks, crannies and grey areas of Wexford (or any small town)summed up in three mesmerising plays; the language is superb, I close my eyes and listen and am transported to Wexford Main Street, with the corner boys outside Nolans shop...