Galway Bay by Mary Pat Kelly is one of those books that I know will be in my library forever. I could not put it down! You can read my review here.
Here's a quick synopsis from the publisher:
"Here at last is one Irish family's epic journey, capturing the tragedy and triumph of the Irish-American experience. In a rousing tale that echoes the myths and legends of Ireland herself, young Honora Keeley and Michael Kelly wed and start a family. But when blight destroys the potatoes three times in four years, a callous government and uncaring landlords turn a natural disaster into The Great Starvation that will kill one million. Honora and Michael vow their children will live. The family joins two million other Irish refugees in one of the greatest rescues in human history: the Irish Emigration to America.
Thanks to the Hachette Book Group, I have a copy to giveaway to a lucky reader. Just comment to be entered. An extra entry if you're a follower (let me know if you are) or become a new follower. And a third entry possible by tweeting or blogging about this giveaway.
Please make sure I have a way to contact you, either by leaving an email address or through your web page. Giveaway is open to both US and Canada, no po boxes please. Runs until Tuesday April 7th, 6 pm EST.
Good luck and thanks for stopping by. Check the sidebar for ongoing giveaways!
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