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Book details
  • Genre:FICTION
  • SubGenre:Romance / General
  • Language:English
  • Pages:230
  • eBook ISBN:9780982114322

Lavender Fields

by Marie O'Byrne

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Overview
This touching tale with universal themes of love and pain, struggle and joy, takes place in the little town of Glendora, nestled in the hills of County Wicklow, Ireland. Follow young Nora Murphy as she struggles to build a life for her self and her baby and experience the ups and downs of a single mother in old Ireland. After a shock pregnancy and unable to seek the support from her alcoholic mother she finds herself alone, with every door slammed in her face. She’s no longer welcome at home, at school, or at her job in the lavender fields. Without giving anything else away, I invite you to find your favorite reading spot, make a cup of tea and enjoy your journey to Glendora.
Description
This touching tale with universal themes of love and pain, struggle and joy, takes place in the little town of Glendora, nestled in the hills of County Wicklow, Ireland. Follow young Nora Murphy as she struggles to build a life for her self and her baby and experience the ups and downs of a single mother in old Ireland. After a shock pregnancy and unable to seek the support from her alcoholic mother she finds herself alone, with every door slammed in her face. She’s no longer welcome at home, at school, or at her job in the lavender fields. Nora's experiences of single motherhood, the prejudices she endures, and the efforts she is required to make to raise her new baby as she wishes, places her in situations she could not have imagined before her surprise pregnancy. Her simple kind heart and positive outlook, provide opportunities that result in unexpected changes for young Nora.
About the author
Marie O’Byrne was born and reared in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, and moved to the United States in 1984. She currently resides in California with her husband and family. This is Marie’s second Irish novel. Her first Book, The Cart Full of Holly, is available for purchase online through her website or by emailing her direct at: marieobyrne@gmail.com. Marie loves to receive feedback on her work and there is a guest book on her website to leave comments. www.MarieOByrne.com