Poor Souls is the debut novel by English author Joseph Connolly published in 1995 by Faber and Faber.

The novel is set in 1985 and begins with Barry and Susan who arrive at dinner party hosted by Moira and Gavin; both couples believe that the other couple are happy.

Barry is becoming an alcoholic, is a failed editor and has gambled all his money away, unbeknown to his wife Susan.

Meanwhile Annie is in love with Barry and encourages him to sort out his life.

Barry's life then comes off the rails, eventually leading to showdowns with Moira, Gavin and Sarah's boyfriend.