A debut novel based on the history of the mining town of Barnsley as told through three generations of the same family. Grandfather Brian a miner, whose narration was easily my favourite part of the book. Lyrical and powerful they set a scene for an imperfect past. Further views come from his sons, and grandson. This is a story of masculinity, sexuality and the plight of a town robbed of its industry, (with strong references to Thatcher) and its impact on future generations.