A stirring rural romance steeped in pride, poverty, and quiet courage. This is a tale of Berna Boyle, a young woman whose simple world is touched by secrets, sudden money worries, and a chance for new possibilities. Set against the rhythms of farm life and a close-knit family, it follows how love, loyalty, and stubborn resolve shape destinies when old ways meet hard reality.
Two central threads drive the story: the struggle to balance a fading gentility with dire financial strain, and the pull between duty to family and the lure of personal happiness. As characters negotiate loyalty, pride, and the need for support, small choices grow into turning points that hint at larger changes to come.
What you’ll experience:
- A vivid portrait of family dynamics, with a widow and her daughter navigating hard times.
- Encounters that test trust, resilience, and the cost of social expectations.
- Moments of tenderness, humor, and quiet determination amid rural life.
- Clues to hidden motives and evolving relationships that set up a broader arc.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong emotional undercurrents and a focus on ordinary people facing extraordinary pressures.
Berna Boyle
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book immerses readers in the rural life of Ireland, specifically in the village of Ardilaw, County Down, in the mid-19th century. The author presents a nuanced depiction of the socio-economic dynamics at play within the village and its inhabitants, exposing both the struggles and resilience of the community during a time of hardships. The book delves into the social structure of the village, highlighting the tensions between the established Protestant Anglo-Irish elite and the Catholic Irish peasantry. It also explores themes of female agency, as exemplified by the strong-willed and capable Bell Muir, and the struggles of the socially marginalized, represented by the Dopp family. Through its rich descriptions and compelling characters, this book offers a glimpse into a period in Irish history and a way of life that has long since passed. It provides insights into the complexities of Irish culture, the impact of historical events on rural communities, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330619582_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330619582
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330619582
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)