Clare Gallagher lives in a suburb of Belfast, Northern Ireland, and has published her debut novel ‘Birds of a Feather Flock Together’ in 2023.
This story will resonate with many readers who have studied at college abroad, made lifelong friends and had the time of their life. Clare loves to spend time reading her journals from years gone by and those memories inspire her writing.
Clare values the dear friends who have supported her through her own trials and tribulations. With many friends living in America, Clare enjoys travelling to the States as much as possible and racking up those air miles!
In addition to writing, Clare has worked in the marketing and events industry for over 20 years and is a highly experienced sales, marketing and client relationship manager. When she is not writing in her journal, Clare is taking long walks along the beautiful Irish coastline and catching up with friends.
They say that diamonds are a girl’s best friend but Cat and Alex came to realise that a best friend is more precious than diamonds.
Cat is a fun-loving, free-spirited Dubliner who enjoys pints with the lads and is very much a city girl but has never experienced America before. Alex is an all-American, blonde-haired Californian who lives in a small town just outside San Francisco and has never been out of her own county before.
Both girls, from very different backgrounds, are living away from home for the first time. As they throw themselves into all fun and drama that college life has to offer, they quickly realise how much they have in common. For Cat and Alex, college is the beginning of a new chapter in their lives and they live life to the full. They experience the college dating scene and discover that love is hard to find for both girls but for very different reasons!
Join Cat and Alex on a hilarious adventure which sees them navigate college life, sticking together through thick and thin, highs and lows, good times and bad times. They are always there for each other and come to realise the value of a true friendship that will last a lifetime.
A tale of an unexpected, deep friendship, it’s a quirky look at girls moving from teens to twenties and dealing with life, love and finding their way in the world. Luckily, they have each other - true birds of a feather always flock together!
I couldn’t put it down! Laughter, friendship, love, heartbreak and mischief! It’s all there! All the things that remind me of my student days. Brought me right back to the best days of my life and told in the most gripping and realistic way. A brilliant read!
H. Smyth
Birds of a Feather Flock Together is a great title for this book as it sums up the characters' adventurous spirit but also showcases the true values of friendship. I very quickly found myself completely engrossed from start to finish. I loved the story of two girls from different cultural backgrounds becoming best friends. Creating memories that will resonate with a lot of people that have travelled abroad during their university years. It instantly sent me back to my younger student days... I loved it!
D. Laverty
"Birds of a Feather Flock Together" is a delightful and heartwarming story. This book is a wonderful exploration of sisterhood, friendship, and the bonds that can form when people from different worlds come together.
The book's light-hearted and comedic elements add a layer of entertainment, making it an enjoyable and easy read. It's the kind of book that you can take with you on a journey, savouring its charm and humour while on the go.
It's a book that will leave you with asmile on your face and warmth in your heart.
N. Skey
With “Birds of a Feather Flock Together”, this first-time author presents a humorous and heartwarming story that takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery, friendship and cross-cultural experiences. Comical language mishaps and their various escapades add a layer of light-hearted humour that keeps the story engaging and relatable.
This novel is a nostalgic must-read that captures the essence of friendship and of finding a soulmate in the unlikeliest of places. It is a reminder that true friendship can bridge the gap between continents and leave an indelible mark on our hearts.
C. Connelly
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