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The Chainman

By Bill Baxter

The Chainman

By Bill Baxter

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"The Chainman" by Bill Baxter is a gritty, evocative coming-of-age novel set against the turbulent backdrop of mid-20th-century Belfast. Billy, an apprentice shipyard electrician, is caught between loyalty to his wild, reckless friend Spam and his own yearning for a gentler life, symbolized by his blossoming relationship with Sarah. The narrative explores themes of friendship, violence, sectarianism, young love, guilt, and class identity. Told with brutal honesty and vivid prose, this novel plunges readers into a world of backstreet brawls, shipyard politics, and the tender vulnerability of first love.
Perfect for readers who enjoy Irish historical fiction, character-driven drama, and stories that grapple with identity, morality, and personal transformation, The Chainman is both a gripping and deeply emotional read.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
402
Release Date:
2025-08-06
Publication Date:
2025-08-06
Publisher:
Bill Baxte
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1968966455
ISBN13:
9781968966454
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
580 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
22 cm
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