Delaney Frank - The Last Storyteller A Novel Of Ireland - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: Riveting Readers will quickly warm to Frank Delaney's vividly described Ireland of the 1950s its fully realized inhabitants and the dynamic political and personal relationships that make for a remarkable story. Publishers Weekly (starred review) If we re to live good lives we have to tell ourselves our own story. In a good way. So says Ben Mac Carthy's beloved mentor and it is this fateful advice that will guide Ben through the tumultuous events of Ireland in 1956. The national mood is downtrodden; poverty corruption and an armed rebellion rattle the countryside; and although Ben wants no part of the insurrection he unknowingly falls in with an IR a sympathizer. Yet despite his perilous circumstances all he can think about is finding his former wife and true love Venetia Kelly who after many years has returned to Ireland with her brutish new husband a popular stage performer. Determined not to lose Venetia again Ben calls upon every bit of his passion and courage to win her back while finally reconciling his violent past with his hopes for a bright future. Brimming with fascinating Irish history daring intrigue and the drama of legendary love The Last Storyteller is an unforgettable novel as richly textured and inspiring as Ireland itself. A colorful leisurely tale with dark moments as well as humor and grace. The Star - Ledger A magical tale that weaves in a jackpot of Irish myths. Bookreporter Character - rich and dramatic. Library Journal
Title: The Last Storyteller A Novel Of Ireland
Author(s): Delaney Frank
Publisher: Random House Usa Inc
Barcode: 9780812979756
Pages: 400 Pages
Publication Date: 2/26/2013
Series: A Novel of Ireland
Category: Modern & Contemporary Fiction