'Sinead Nolan is one to watch' Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author

‘This is an astonishing study of guilt and grief wrapped up in a mystery that points to a very dark time in Irish history. It is both intriguing and enthralling and beautifully written’ Liz Nugent, author of Strange Sally Diamond

‘Tense and haunting from start to finish, The Counting Game delivers a chilling blend of mystery and dark folklore. A compelling and unforgettable read’ Emiko Jean, New York Times bestselling author of The Return of Ellie Black

‘The tangle of grief and guilt is a kind of haunting in this beautifully wrought and atmospheric mystery. Emotional, deep, and enthralling, The Counting Game takes us deep into the woods of superstition and buried secrets to explore with unflinching humanity all the ways in which we harm and save each other. A remarkable, moving, debut, not to be missed’ Lisa Unger, New York Times bestselling author of Served Him Right

‘The Counting Game is a striking debut steeped in Irish myth and history. Sinead Nolan has written a richly layered psychological thriller that explores the long shadow of trauma and the tangled bonds of family. Atmospheric and surprising’ Caitlin Mullen, author of Please See Us

‘Beautifully crafted, chillingly atmospheric’ LoveReading Debut of the Month

‘Clever and compulsive’ Irish Examiner

'Nolan cranks up the suspense to the maximum, mixing mounting dread and wells of compassion before arriving at a truly surprising finale' New York Times