Hame

Discover the captivating journey of Mhairi McPhail in Hame by Annalena McAfee, published by Vintage Publishing in 2018. This engaging novel spans 592 pages and takes readers on a transformative adventure as Mhairi, reeling from a relationship breakdown, relocates from bustling New York to the serene Scottish island of Fascaray with her 9-year-old daughter, Agnes.

Commissioned to write a biography of the late Grigor McWatt, a renowned yet irascible poet known as the Bard of Fascaray, Mhairi embarks on a quest that intertwines her personal struggles with the rich tapestry of the island's literary heritage. As she delves into McWatt's life, Mhairi must confront her own past and the complexities of motherhood in this beautifully woven tale of resilience and self-discovery.

Join Mhairi on her journey in Hame and explore themes of identity, loss, and the power of place in this poignant work of fiction.