Woodbrook is a poignant memoir set in a rare Irish estate near Sligo, capturing the nuanced world of the Anglo-Irish Kirkwoods in the early twentieth century. Through the eyes of David Thomson, a young tutor who spent a decade there, the narrative delicately explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of Irish history and society. This lyrical work offers a refined reflection on a bygone era, blending personal passion with the broader tensions of pre-war Ireland.