Set in 1986 Gravesend, it follows Risa Franzone, who, after a desperate act to protect her family from an abusive husband, lives through eighteen years of secrets, regret, and changing family dynamics.
Gravesend , published in 2013, serves as a cornerstone of Boyle's repertoire. William Boyle Brachland rar
As of early 2026, Boyle continues to explore this universe with his latest work, Saint of the Narrows Street . Set in 1986 Gravesend, it follows Risa Franzone,
It is a "bruiser and a heartbreaker of a debut," with characters often acting on impulse, nostalgia, and longing for redemption. Set in 1986 Gravesend