1861, Donegal, Ireland

Ten years ago Declan Conaghan’s father died in the Great Famine, and since then, Declan has kept his promise to keep his family out of the workhouse. But all that is threatened with the arrival of new landlord, John Adair. Adair is quick to cause trouble and fear among his tenants. When he turns them off his land, Declan has no option but to break his promise…

Declan is in despair until he receives a letter from America offering him the chance of a new life and salvation for his family. But it would mean signing up to the US Army and fighting for Lincoln. Despite knowing nothing of war, or US politics, Declan leaves behind all he knows.

Set against the wild landscapes of Ireland and the turbulent times of the American Civil War, this sweeping narrative takes us on an epic journey to understand the strength and endurance of the human spirit.

this historical fiction story is exceptional''The author seems to have put all her love into this book … ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I could not put down!‘A moving and fascinating historical fiction story that ’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

my 'best reads' for 2023'This has to be another of’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Highly recommend‘A gripping, realistic tale. .’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I’ve been waiting for a book like this’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A solid book club pick!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Inspired by the true events of the most notorious evictions in Irish history…

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