'Holloway is a rare and immense talent. The Language of Remembering is full of the grit and texture and sweetness of life, the sorrow of loss, the wonderful, terrible mystery of our humanity. The characters feel real, their voices sing from the page and the writing is sublime. I loved every line of this novel, readers are going to love it too - it will soar.'

Donal Ryan, author of The Spinning Heart and From a Low and Quiet Sea, Booker Prize longlisted

'The Language of Remembering is a deeply moving novel about the bonds between a mother and son, and how memory shapes love and loss. When Oisín reconnects with his mother, Brigid, he finds himself piecing together the fragments of her past, and Holloway's writing tenderly weaves seamlessly through her history. A beautiful meditation on family, love, and the fragility of remembering - this novel is a testament to the enduring power of compassion and care.'

Elaine Feeney, author of How to Build a Boat, Booker Prize longlisted

'Tender and humane, this is a novel that examines the stuff lives are made of: language, love, memory. A lyrical and open-hearted debut.'

Seán Hewitt, author of Tongues of Fire and All Down Darkness Wide

'In a profoundly moving tale, Holloway brings us close to real, earthy, honest, human beings whose experience comes from several languages and who live through the day-to-day minutiae of both past and present. The prose is exquisite, energetic and exciting. One of the most beautiful books you will read this year.'

Mary O' Donnell, author of The Elysium Testament and Where They Lie.