Chris Binchy

Chris Binchy is an Irish author who has made a name for himself in the world of literary fiction. Binchy, who is the nephew of the renowned Irish novelist Maeve Binchy, graduated from Trinity College Dublin. Before dedicating himself to writing full-time, Binchy worked as a chef, an experience that may have informed his unique narrative voice and style.

Binchy is known for his exceptional ability to explore the human psyche in his work. His writing is characterized by well-honed dialogue, witty narratives, and vivid characters that come to life on the page. His prose is immediate, sparking, and crackling with energy, giving it a highly vivid and rich texture. These qualities have helped Binchy become a worldwide sensation in recent times, with readers and critics alike praising his work for its ability to speak directly to the reader.

Chris Binchy is the author of several critically acclaimed novels, including People Like Us, Open-handed, and The Very Man. The Very Man was shortlisted for the Irish Novel of the Year Award, further cementing Binchy's reputation as a leading voice in Irish literature. He currently resides in Dublin, Ireland, where he continues to write and publish his work.
Open Door Books
# Title Year
1 Lighthouse 2008
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Very Man 2004
2 People Like Us 2005
3 Open-Handed 2008
4 Five Days Apart 2010