Gracelin O'Malley by Ann MooreMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wonderfully written historical fiction. Ireland during the 1840's potato famine and uprising.
Gracelin O'Malley is a young girl who has lost her mother but has two brothers, her father and her grandmother. Her father strikes up a marriage bargain for her with a rich English landowner. All is ok for awhile but soon Grace learns that she is only there to supply a male heir and when that falls flat, her husband, Bram becomes violent.
Life is a tremendous struggle for the Irish people during these times. You become very attached to all the characters in the book and look forward to the continuation of the story.
A thoroughly enjoyable and educational read.
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