The Irishman's Daughter
$39.97
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
26 February 2019
Summary
Set in the wild, romantic, northwest coast of Ireland in the fall of 1845, The Irishman’s Daughter pits Briana, her father, and sister, against a reckless English landlord and a plague that will kill and displace millions of Irish men and women.From the acclaimed author of The Magdalen Girls and The Taster comes a powerful, unforgettable novel of strength and resilience, set against the backdrop of the Irish famine.Ireland, 1845. To Briana Walsh, no place on earth is more beautiful than Carro…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781496712295 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1496712293 |
| Author: | V.S. Alexander |
| Publisher: | Kensington Publishing |
| Imprint: | Kensington Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 26 February 2019 |
| Weight: | 372g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 139mm |
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Critics Review
“In this powerful historical saga, Alexander explores how Ireland’s Great Potato Famine of 1845 changes lives forever, and how love can blossom against even the greatest of odds…Alexander’s research lends unquestionable weight to the story…Accompanied by an expertly rendered plot, bold and empathetic characters, and prose that jumps off the page, this tale will particularly satisfy fans of historicals and those looking for stories about the redeeming grace of faith and hard work.”
—Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW
“…an impactful and moving story.”
—Historical Novel Society
“…a powerful story of strength and resilience during one of the darkest times in [Ireland’s] history. … With compassion and vivid detail, Alexander casts a hopeful light on remarkable and complex characters faced with seemingly insurmountable odds.”
—Southern Lady Magazine
“Alexander (The Taster, 2018) immerses readers in 1840s Ireland with characteristic expertise, blending fact with fiction in this compelling and engrossing novel. Fans of Lucinda Riley and Paulette Jiles will appreciate Alexander’s eye for detail and keen sense of place… The Irishman’s Daughter skillfully blends family ties with the horrors of a starving country and the hopefulness of young love.”
—Booklist
About The Author
V.S. Alexander
V.S. Alexander is an ardent student of history with a strong interest in music and the visual arts. Some of V.S.’s writing influences include Shirley Jackson, Oscar Wilde, Daphne du Maurier, or any work by the exquisite Bronte sisters. V.S. lives in Florida and is at work on a new historical novel for Kensington.
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