The Lady of Galway Manor
- Fiction
- Publisher: Revell (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2022
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Publisher's Description
"Deibel deftly weaves fascinating details about Irish history and culture into the plot of her latest sweetly romantic love story."--Booklist "A classic boy-meets-girl story that packs a powerful punch."--Library Journal starred review***In 1920, Annabeth De Lacy's father is appointed landlord of Galway Parish in Ireland. Bored without all the trappings of the British Court, Annabeth convinces her father to arrange an apprenticeship for her with the Jennings family--descendants of the creator of the famed Claddagh Ring. Stephen Jennings longs to do anything other than run his family's jewelry shop. Having had his heart broken, he no longer believes in love and is weary of peddling the "lies" the Claddagh Ring promises. Meanwhile, as the war for Irish independence gains strength, many locals resent the De Lacys and decide to take things into their own hands to display their displeasure. As events take a dangerous turn for Annabeth and her family, she and Stephen begin to see that perhaps the "other side" isn't quite as barbaric and uncultured as they'd been led to believe--and that the bonds of friendship, love, and loyalty are only made stronger when put through the refiner's fire. Travel to the Emerald Isle for another poignant and romantic story from the enchanted pen of Jennifer Deibel.
Endorsements (3)
“A gem of a novel set in the Emerald Isle, The Lady of Galway Manor immerses you in a world of differing loyalties, histories, and expectations in 1920s Ireland. With a dash of danger and a soul-satisfying romance, Jennifer Deibel shines through the characters of Annabeth and Stephen, drawing them together through a faith forged and tested amid a backdrop of war. Well done!”
“An immersive read that left me feeling as though I had actually traveled to Ireland. Deibel is proving herself a master at taking readers from all over the world and throwing them into the culture and time of her stories. Pick up this book and be transported to 1920s Ireland, where folklore abounds, conflict is brimming, and love is in the air.”
“What a superb visit to Ireland! Authentic, lively characters are spun to life in this tale based on the captivating legend of the Claddagh ring. Set during the Irish War of Independence, The Lady of Galway Manor showcases a fascinating piece of Irish history alongside the raw, internal struggles of two characters who are destined to be enemies—and a remarkable source of healing for each other. Deibel brings the tension to a heady climax like a seasoned pro, weaving in and out of danger and high stakes until the very end. Anyone wishing to visit Ireland needs to experience a book by this author. I could almost taste the sea air, and I didn’t want to leave!”
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