Reviews
Praise for Who Took Eden Mulligan?
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‘A dark, twisting, compelling tale … Sharon is part of a new generation of crime writers able to mine Northern Ireland’s troubled history to craft gripping stories for today.’ Stuart Neville
Claire Allan, ‘A dark, disturbing and gripping read, Who Took Eden Mulligan? is as much a deep dive into the deeply troubled past of Northern Ireland as it is a great police procedural. This is perfect for fans of Jane Casey, Patricia Gibney and Brian McGilloway. Sharon will be one to watch. I can't wait to see what happens next with Rose and Danny.’
Anthony Quinn, 'Deftly and compellingly written, Sharon Dempsey cleverly brings the strands of this story together and creates a disturbing journey towards a shocking truth.'
Brian McGilloway, ‘Long buried secrets and the sins of the past collide in this gripping exploration of fractured families, grieving children and how the crimes of yesterday still echo today. Who took Eden Mulligan? takes the reader on a twisting tale of intrigue that never lets up.’
'An intriguing, sophisticated read told in an authentic voice … A powerful story about conflict and the shadows it leaves behind.' Kelly Creighton.
"A dark and compelling tale from a thrilling new voice in Irish crime fiction." Brian McGilloway
‘A search for identity, set against evil and revenge ... a thrilling debut.’
Bestselling author, Louise Phillips
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Praise for A Posy of Promises
Bestselling writer Claire Allan:
‘Sharon Dempsey writes with such warmth and affection it's hard not to be bowled over by her cast of characters as they deal with all life throws at them. Please tell me there will be a follow up and we will get to see what happens next? I think there is so much more to come from these women. Sharon writes Belfast so well, I almost felt as if I was there and I could really picture myself in Moonstone and in the big house on Mount Pleasant Square. I'd love to sit with a cuppa in that back garden! I think this would make a fab TV series - it has so many heart-warming ingredients.’
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"One of the things you need to show as an applicant for support from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland is that you are that special and committed thing - a real writer. It was clear from the start that Sharon Dempsey was indeed that thing and her plan to develop her skills with assistance was an exceptionally good one. The advice the award enabled her to source has had an obvious benefit and the publication of Little Bird heralds an assured new voice in fiction. The Arts Council is delighted to have played even a small role in her success."
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Damian Smyth
Head of Literature & Drama ACNI
