Séamas O'Reilly was five years old when his mother died, leaving him, his ten siblings, and their father bereaved in Derry, Northern Ireland, during the Troubles. In the midst of loss and fear, the family had to learn how to function without their beloved mother. O'Reilly's masterful storytelling welcomes readers into his big family with tenderness, charm, and refreshing humor that often made me burst out laughing. From family road trips to an unfortunate interaction with Ireland's president, from times of grief and political unrest to learning how to do laundry, this is a book about family—a beautiful tribute to a mother and father, and an absolute joy to read.