The Good People

Hannah Kent's haunting debut transports you to 1820s rural Ireland, where superstition and survival intertwine. When a child fails to thrive, three women turn to ancient folk remedies and 'the good people' — the fairies believed to dwell in the valley. Kent weaves a spellbinding tale of community, desperation, and the dangerous gap between belief and reason. Richly atmospheric and deeply moving, this is historical fiction at its finest. Perfect for readers who love atmospheric storytelling, Irish folklore, and complex female characters navigating impossible choices.