Last spring I came across a new author, Ann Moore, which has become one of my favorite novels. Ann Moore's novel, "Gracelin O'Malley," is the first of three novels, which tells the story of an Irish farming family, struggling to survive on the brink of the Irish famine.
Moore not only told a story about a heroine overcoming hardships, but also a story of a country fighting a war for independence. "Gracelin O'Malley" is the classic tale of the underdog.
When a character lost strength or motivation in their fight for survival, I found myself wanting to help, wanting to save the good and punish the evil; I wanted to help restore faith in humanity and they want to reunite family and friends that were lost along the way.
"Gracelin O'Malley" gives more to the reader then just romance or action. But gives suspense, intrigue and war. Moore did her research and created a realistic picture of the world 1800s were like for the families in Ireland.
The connection the reader builds with the characters makes this novel worth exploring. Each time you read it, a new part jumps off the pages.
Moore not only told a story about a heroine overcoming hardships, but also a story of a country fighting a war for independence. "Gracelin O'Malley" is the classic tale of the underdog.
When a character lost strength or motivation in their fight for survival, I found myself wanting to help, wanting to save the good and punish the evil; I wanted to help restore faith in humanity and they want to reunite family and friends that were lost along the way.
"Gracelin O'Malley" gives more to the reader then just romance or action. But gives suspense, intrigue and war. Moore did her research and created a realistic picture of the world 1800s were like for the families in Ireland.
The connection the reader builds with the characters makes this novel worth exploring. Each time you read it, a new part jumps off the pages.
I absolutely adore Ann Moore's "Gracelin O'Malley!" This novel was not only a historically accurate reflection of the lives during the famine, but amazingly entertaining. I could not wait to read more...
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