This is such an interesting look at the troubles. A look that we don’t often see- the American side. The juxtaposition of Geraldine’s story and the story of the gun smuggling in Philadelphia was so well done. I just wish we knew more.

While I think I’ve heard before that Americans were running guns to the IRA, this was a story I had never heard. Watkins does a fantastic job introducing the players and their stories. She also allows you to root for them, which I appreciate. These were real people fully believing in what they were doing. This comes across so clearly.

This is meticulously researched. Following the story of only ONE gun, but telling the story of many. This is a must read for anyone interested in Ireland and the troubles.

This was a really interesting concept for guns and their history in the world. Ali Watkins did a lot of research and worked with what I was expecting form this type of book. I really didn't know anything about this and can't wait to read more from Ali Watkins.