Description

Ironopolis is a warren of streets, memories and people with secrets …

Glen James Brown orchestrates a remarkable novel across these streets as Ironopolis tells its own story across three generations.

Jean unveils a secret on her deathbed … Alan unravels the truth of his father, who has haunted the Burn Council Estate for a lifetime … Corina is trying to get through one last day at the hairdressers before closing it for good.

And then there is the ageless Peg Powler, part myth, part reality and her reason for stalking them all.

Publisher Review

`The most accomplished working-class novel of the last few years.' - Paul Simon, Morning Star; `...a tapestry of working-class life in all its glory and pain.' - Anthony Cartwright, author of Heartland; `Edgy and arresting debut novel.' - The Bookseller; `... an unflinching tale about narratives at the heart of working class communities and the struggle to keep them alive.' - Northern Soul; `You may have to steel yourself to carry on, but it's worth the journey.' - The Northern Echo